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Date Posted: 03/02/2026 Req ID: 47025 Faculty/Division: UofT Mississauga Department: UTM: Anthropology Campus: University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM) Overview Course Description: This course will guide students through the common fundamentals of quality assurance, health & safety, resiliency and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) training and report writing in forensic science professions. [24L,12S] Session: May 1, 2026 June 30, 2026 Schedule Lectures: Tuesdays 6:00 PM 9:00 PM and Thursdays 6:00 PM 9:00 PM (In-person) Practicals/Tutorials: None Estimated Course Enrolment: 40 Estimated TA Support: Up to 60 hours (total number of assigned hours for all positions is dependent on course enrolment and course approvals). Salary $9,820.70 for Sessional Lecturer I $10,510.04 for Sessional Lecturer I - Long Term $10,510.04 for Sessional Lecturer II $10,760.28 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) in any of the sub disciplines of Forensic Science (i.e.: Anthropology, Biology, Chemistry or Psychology), or at minimum an Honours Bachelor of Science with 10+ years experience working in a forensic science laboratory. Familiarity with regulatory policies and procedures for ensuring forensic lab accreditation is required. Preferred Qualifications Experience acting as an expert witness in a Canadian court of law is preferred. We are seeking previous experience in teaching, mastery of subject area, forensic science background, and professional experience. Previous experience in teaching similar courses is highly desirable. 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; 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 Apply online through the Sessional Lecturer Unit 3 Application on the Forensic Science Program website Email your CV to Carolyn Loos (Program Manager) at by 11:59pm on March 18, 2026. 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 at (905) 828 3741 or by email at: . 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 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 . Job Segment Chemistry, Forensic Science, Anthropology, QA, Quality Assurance, Science, Social Sciences, Technology, Quality #J-18808-Ljbffr