Sessional Lecturer - BPM214H1F: Socially Engaged Buddhism

Date Posted: 06/20/2025
Req ID: 43666
Faculty/Division: Faculty of Arts & Science
Department: New College Prog
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)

Description:

The Buddhism, Psychology and Mental Health Program at New College seeks a sessional lecturer from September 1, 2025 – December 31, 2025 for the following online synchronous course:

BPM214H1F – Socially Engaged Buddhism

Explores how Socially Engaged Buddhism has developed in response to global conversations on systemic oppression, climate justice, equity, decolonization, and trauma. We examine the roots of Engaged Buddhism in countries such as Vietnam, China & Taiwan, Sri Lanka, Thailand, and India, and its transformation into a global movement. Themes include Buddhist environmental activism, and Buddhist protest movements, along with research on the application of Buddhist teachings in healthcare, education, business, and the criminal justice system.

Enrolment Estimate: 100 students

Estimated TA Support: 165 hours

Class Schedule:

Lecture: Wednesdays 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Salary:                                               

Sessional Lecturer I:  $9,820.70

Sessional Lecturer I (Long-term):  $10,510.04

Sessional Lecturer II:  $10,510.04

Sessional Lecturer II (Long-term):  $10,760.28

Sessional Lecturer III:  $10,760.28

Sessional Lecturer III (Long-term):  $11,030.36

Note:  This course will be delivered in an online synchronous format.  However, please note that, in keeping with current circumstances, the course delivery may change as determined by the Faculty or the Department

Minimum Qualifications

Completed or nearly completed Ph.D. (or equivalent) in an area related to Buddhist Studies and/or the interactions between Buddhism and Psychology. Teaching experience required.

Preferred Qualifications

Relevant teaching experience at the university level preferred.  

Responsibilities

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.

It is understood that some announcements of vacancies are tentative, pending final course determinations and enrolment.

Application Process

Applicants should submit in one consolidated application package (e.g., PDF or Word document):

(1) a detailed letter of application;

(2) an updated curriculum vitae;

(3) names and contact information (email and phone) for two referees or two reference letters;

(4) evidence of teaching in the relevant area, including student evaluations if available;

(5) the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 application form located here: CUPE 3902 Unit 3 Application Form.  

Applications should be sent, by July 14, 2025, to:

BUDDHISM, PSYCHOLOGY AND MENTAL HEALTH

c/o New College Program Administrator

E-mail:  nc.hiring@utoronto.ca

Only applications submitted to the email address listed above will be considered.

Closing Date: 07/14/2025, 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.