Sessional Lecturer - BPM232H1F: Buddhism and Psychology

Date Posted: 06/20/2025
Req ID: 43667
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 in-person course:

BPM232H1F – Buddhism and Psychology

An overview of the encounter between Buddhism and psychology over the last century, with cross-disciplinary study of topics such as self, embodiment, impermanence, suffering, liberation, and insight. We explore how (and why) scientists, psychologists, and Buddhist reformers have reinterpreted Buddhism as “science” and how Buddhist contemplative practices such as mindfulness or compassion training have been transformed and promoted by modern psychology.

Enrolment Estimate: 240 students

Estimated TA Support: 400 hours

Class Schedule:

Lecture: Wednesdays 5:00 PM – 8:00 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 in-person 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. in an area related to Buddhist Studies, Mindfulness, and/or the intersections between Buddhism and Psychology and/or philosophical theories of mind. 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.