Date Posted: 06/29/2022
Req ID: 25482
Faculty/Division: Faculty of Arts & Science
Department: New College Programs
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)
Description:
The Critical Studies in Equity and Solidarity Program at New College seeks a sessional lecturer from September 1, 2022 – December 31, 2022 for the following course:
Course Number and Title: CSE348H1F – SPECIAL TOPICS IN EQUITY STUDIES: INDIGENOUS RELATIONSHIPS WITH PLACE IN URBAN CENTRES (Section LEC0201)
Course Description: This course looks at how Indigenous perspectives inform our relationships with place, with a focus on cities, where over half of Indigenous people in Canada now live. What are the implications of these perspectives for large, multicultural urban contexts? How might this play out ethically in the potential evolution of ‘modern civilization’? We will explore these questions through readings, lectures, discussion and visits to the land and water in Toronto.
Enrolment Estimate: 31 students
Estimated TA Support: None
Class Schedule: Monday, 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Note: This course will be delivered in-person. However, please note that, in keeping with current circumstances, the course delivery may change as determined by the Faculty or the Department
Sessional Dates of Appointment: September 1, 2022 – December 31, 2022
Salary: $8,489.67 (Sessional Lecturer I) – $8,869.25 (Sessional Lecturer I Long Term) – $9,085.58 (Sessional Lecturer II) – $9,301.90 (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.
Minimum Qualifications: A PhD in progress or completed PhD in Education, Environmental Studies or Urban Studies with a focus on Indigeneity. Knowledge, research and experience with urban land and water based education from an Indigenous perspective is required. Extensive experience working with urban Indigenous groups is also required.
Description of Duties: 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.
Application Instructions: Applicants should submit a detailed letter of application; an updated curriculum vitae; names and contact information (email and phone) for two referees or two reference letters; evidence of teaching in the relevant area, including student evaluations if available; and the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 application form located here: https://uoft.me/CUPE-3902-Unit-3-Application-Form. At least one referee must be able to speak to experience with ethical engagement with Indigenous communities.
Applications should be sent, by July 25, 2022 to:
CRITICAL STUDIES IN EQUITY AND SOLIDARITY
c/o New College Program Administrator
E-mail: nc.hiring@utoronto.ca
Electronic applications preferred.
Only applications submitted to the email address listed above will be considered. Do not submit your application via this website.
Closing Date: 07/25/2022, 11:59PM EDT
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Diversity Statement
The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons / persons of colour, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.
Accessibility Statement
The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission.
The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.
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.
Diversity Statement
The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons / persons of colour, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.
As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see http://uoft.me/UP.
Accessibility Statement
The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission.
The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.
If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact uoft.careers@utoronto.ca.