Sessional Lecturer - FSC311H5F - Forensic Chemistry

Sessional Lecturer

FSC311H5F - Forensic Chemistry

Course Description: This course focuses on the analysis of physical evidence based on the principles of analytical chemistry. Students will gain knowledge in the theory and operation of forensically relevant chemical and instrumental techniques used for the analysis of evidentiary items, including drug/alcohol analysis, gunshot residue, explosives, paint analysis, etc. Students will also develop skills relating to the interpretation, limitation, and implications of analytical results in a forensic context.

Session: September 1, 2024 – December 31, 2024

Lecture: Thursday 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM (In-person)

Practicals/Tutorials: Tuesdays 10:00 am-1:00 pm, and 2:00-5:00 pm

Estimated Course Enrolment: 32

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

Salary: 

• $9,457.90 for Sessional Lecturer I
• $9,930.79 for Sessional Lecturer I - Long Term
• $10,121.77 for Sessional Lecturer II
• $10,362.76 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:  A PhD (completed or ABD with active student status at issuing institution) in Chemistry or closely related field, or at minimum an Honours Bachelor of Science with 5-10 years’ experience in a forensic chemistry/toxicology lab.  Extensive experience in the field of Forensic Chemistry or equivalent; and experience teaching chemistry courses. We are seeking candidates with teaching excellence and mastery of the subject area. 

Preferred Qualifications: The ideal candidate will have a forensic science background, scientific research, and casework experience. Experience acting as an expert witness in a Canadian court of law is highly desirable. 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, as well as practicals; supervision of teaching assistants (includes providing instruction on how to mark, as well as holding office hours); marking of students’ work (during the term and beyond if an extension of time is granted by the university officials); submission of grades to university officials; and holding regular office hours. 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 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 18, 2024.

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.

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

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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.