Sessional lecturer-FSC483H5Y - Collaborative Research Internship

Description:

Course Description: As the alternative capstone experience, this course provides students the opportunity to work in a cross-disciplinary collaborative environment to address case-based research questions.

Session: September 1, 2026 – April 30, 2026

Lecture: TBA

Estimated Course Enrolment: 30

Estimated TA support: Up to 140 hours (total number of assigned hours is dependent on course enrolment and course approvals)

Salary :

Note: This course is counted as 0.25 FCE as there are multiple sections with 5-10 students per section.

• $9,997.48 for Sessional Lecturer I
• $10,699.22 for Sessional Lecturer I - Long Term
• $10,699.22 for Sessional Lecturer II
• $10,953.96 for Sessional Lecturer III

Please note that should rates stipulated in the collective agreement vary from rates stated in this posting, the rates stated in the collective agreement shall prevail.

Qualifications: We are seeking candidates with mastery of several different subject areas for multiple sections of this course. Substantial science course background at the graduate level in data collection, analysis and reporting; An active publication record, with appropriate degree(s) or professional designation; Mastery of one of the subject areas; Research experience is required, including knowledge of writing and reviewing research proposals.

Subject areas include:

• Forensic Biology: Research expertise should focus on experimental validation DNA lab technique; and/or designing/optimizing PCR primers
• Forensic Toxicology: Research expertise should include impaired driving-related toxicities; and/or identification of illicit substances from bodily fluids

Preferred qualifications: The ideal candidate will have a forensic science background, scientific research, and casework experience. We are seeking candidates with teaching excellence and mastery of the subject area.  Experience with management and delivery of courses using University of Toronto or similar systems (e.g., Quercus, Canvas-based technologies, Zoom, etc.) is preferred.

Duties: Preparation and delivery of course material, preparation and delivery of assignments, tests and/or exams; reviewing and grading ethics applications and research proposals submitted by students; providing feedback on proposals; conducting a mock interview; providing feedback to students regarding their presentations; helping students develop professionalism in the practice of forensic science. The mode of instruction for this course is expected to be in-person. However, if this changes for any reason, you will be provided with as much advance notice as practicable.  

Application instructions:

1. Apply online through the on the Institute of Forensic Sciences website
2. Email your CV to Carolyn Loos (Department Manager) at View email address on jobs.utoronto.ca by 11:59pm on July 13, 2026. 

Both requirements are necessary to be considered. Questions can be directed to Carolyn Loos, Department Manager, at the above email.

Applicants not able to apply online should contact Carolyn Loos (Department Manager) at View phone number on jobs.utoronto.ca or by email at: View email address on jobs.utoronto.ca .

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.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Candidates who are members of Indigenous, Black, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity-deserving groups are encouraged to apply, and their lived experience shall be taken into consideration as applicable to the position.