Sessional Instructional Assistant-FSC316H5F - Forensic Anatomy - Emergency Posting

Date Posted: 07/25/2025
Req ID: 44493
Faculty/Division: UofT Mississauga
Department: UTM:Institute of Forensic Sciences
Campus: University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM)

Description:

FSC316H5F – Forensic Anatomy – Emergency Posting

Course Description: This course examines the body as forensic evidence. Human gross anatomy and histology will be examined from the perspective of forensic pathology, students will learn about the role of the body in crime scene analysis, autopsy procedures such as fingerprinting and forensic imaging of the deceased, and address anatomical anomalies useful for forensic purposes such as identification. Other topics include bodily decomposition, disease, and injuries.

Session: September 1, 2025 – December 31, 2025

Lectures: Monday 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM (In-person)

Practicals: Monday 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM, Tuesday 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM, Wednesday 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM, and Thursday 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (In-person)

Estimated Course Enrolment: 80

Number of Positions: 1

Size of Appointment: 140 hours (total number of assigned hours is dependent on course enrolment and course approvals)

Hourly wage: $54.27

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: Applicants will have a PhD (in-progress or completed) in Forensic Anthropology (or closely related field).  Experience, knowledge and specialized training in human anatomy and/or pathology is required; demonstrated excellence in course subject matter; knowledge and experience in Canadian-based death investigations.

Preferred Qualifications: The ideal candidate will have experience working in Forensic Pathology, or in a closely related field. Relevant qualification, professional designation or professional experience are assets. We are seeking previous experience in teaching, mastery of subject area, forensic science background, and professional experience. 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: Prep and delivery of weekly 2-hour labs and all lab demonstratives; Group in-lab supervision;  Assist with marking/grading assignments; Grade entry on Quercus;  Oversee, schedule  and organize mock trials to ensure smooth execution of trial exercise.

Application instructions:

1. Apply online through the Sessional Lecturer Unit 3 Application  on the Forensic Science Program website
2. Email your CV to Carolyn Loos (Program Manager) at carolyn.loos@utoronto.ca by 11:59pm on July 31, 2025.

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 (Program Manager) at (905) 828 3741 or by email at: carolyn.loos@utoronto.ca.

Closing Date: 07/31/2025, 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.

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.