Sessional Lecturer - BPM330H1F - Mindfulness-informed interventions for mental health

Description:

The Buddhism, Psychology and Mental Health Program at New College seeks a sessional lecturer from September 1, 2026 – December 31, 2026 for the following in-person course:

BPM330H1F - Mindfulness-informed interventions for mental health

An exploration of how mindfulness-based approaches are being used in biomedical mental health interventions. We study mindfulness from historical, societal, structural, cultural, professional, and personal perspectives, with an emphasis on its Buddhist foundations and on concepts of the embodied mind. We look at how recent socio-political phenomena are inspiring diverse applications and adaptations of mindfulness-based interventions.

Enrolment Estimate: 60 students

Estimated TA Support: 100 hours

Class Schedule:

Lecture: Friday 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Salary:                                                     

Sessional Lecturer I:  $9,997.47

Sessional Lecturer I (Long-term):  $10,699.21

Sessional Lecturer II:  $10,699.21

Sessional Lecturer II (Long-term):  $10,953.96

Sessional Lecturer III:  $10,953.96

Sessional Lecturer III (Long-term):  $11,228.90

Note:  This course will be delivered in an in-person format.  However, please note that, in keeping with current circumstances, the course delivery may change as determined by the Faculty or the Department

Minimum Qualifications

Completed or nearly completed Ph.D. with a scholarly background in an area related to Buddhist Studies, Mindfulness, and/or the intersections between Buddhism and Psychology and/or philosophical theories of mind. Teaching experience required.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience teaching in a university setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

Normal duties related to the design and teaching of a university credit course, including preparation and delivery of course content; development, administration and marking of assignments, tests and exams; calculation and submission of grades; and holding regular office hours.

It is understood that some announcements of vacancies are tentative, pending final course determinations and enrolment.

Application Process

Applicants should submit in one consolidated application package (e.g., PDF or Word document):

(1) a detailed letter of application;

(2) an updated curriculum vitae;

(3) names and contact information (email and phone) for two referees or two reference letters;

(4) evidence of teaching in the relevant area, including student evaluations if available;

(5) the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 application form located here: CUPE 3902 Unit 3 Application Form .

Applications should be sent, by July 16, 2026, to:

BUDDHISM, PSYCHOLOGY AND MENTAL HEALTH

c/o New College Program Administrator

E-mail:  View email address on jobs.utoronto.ca

Only applications submitted to the email address listed above will be considered .

Closing Date: 07/16/2026, 11:59PM EDT
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This job is posted in accordance with the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 Collective Agreement.

It is understood that some announcements of vacancies are tentative, pending final course determinations and enrolment. Should rates stipulated in the collective agreement vary from rates stated in this posting, the rates stated in the collective agreement shall prevail.

Preference in hiring is given to qualified individuals advanced to the rank of Sessional Lecturer II or Sessional Lecturer III in accordance with Article 14:12 of the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 collective agreement.

Please note: Undergraduate or graduate students and postdoctoral fellows of the University of Toronto are covered by the CUPE 3902 Unit 1 collective agreement rather than the Unit 3 collective agreement, and should not apply for positions posted under the Unit 3 collective agreement.