Sessional Lecturer ARC3319H1S: Advanced Design Theories: Interrogating Space Place Built Environment

Sessional Lecturer - ARC3319H1S: Advanced Design Theories - Interrogating Space and Place in the Built Environment

Course Description: This course is intended to serve as an advanced architectural analysis course that is also situated as an advanced introduction to critical design methods primarily rooted in sociology, human geography and phenomenology. By drawing upon a diverse body of literatures and a broad range of fields, disciplines and practices, this course will provide an avenue for the exploration of contemporary issues in architecture and design history and theory and contemporary practice that will include critical race theory, post-colonial theory, settler-colonial theory and others, while centering discussions on the notions of space and place.

 

Estimated TA Support: TBD

 

Estimate Course Enrollment: 16

 

Class schedule: TBD

 

Sessional dates of appointment: July 1, 2025 - August 31, 2025.

*The delivery method for this course is currently In Person. Please note that, in keeping with current circumstances, the course delivery method may change as determined by the Faculty.

 

Salary: 

 

Sessional Lecturer I - $9,457.90

Sessional Lecturer I – Long Term - $9,930.79

Sessional Lecturer II - $10,121.77

Sessional Lecturer II – Long Term - $10,326.62

Sessional Lecturer III - $10,362.76

Sessional Lecturer III – Long Term - $10,570.02

*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: The successful candidate must have a strong background in architectural history and theory. 

 

Preferred Qualifications: A Master's or PhD in a relevant field is preferred. 

 

A brief description of the duties: Preparation and delivery of course material; supervision of teaching assistants; preparation and delivery of assignments, tests, final examinations and deferred final examinations; marking of student work, submission of grades, dealing with student enquiries, appeals and petitions and student contact hours.

 

Applications Instructions: All individuals interested in this position must submit a Curriculum Vitae and the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 application form, available at https://uoft.me/CUPE-3902-Unit-3-Application-Form, by email to sessionals@daniels.utoronto.ca. Please use the subject line Application for Sessional Lecturer: ARC3319H1S

 

The deadline to apply to this position is May 16, 2025, 11:59PM EST. No late applications will be accepted. 

 

 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.

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

Diversity Statement

The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission.

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.


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