Sessional Instructor - Department of Biology - Faculty of Science - Winter 2025

Competition Number:
59SI24
Position Type:
Sessional Opening
Closing Date:
Date of Posting:
Department:
Department of Biology - Faculty of Science
Position:
Sessional Instructor
Contract:
Winter 2025

The Department of Biology at the University of Prince Edward Island has an opening for a Sessional Lecturer during the forthcoming Winter 2025 semester, subject to final budgetary approval.  Individuals qualified to teach the following course are encouraged to apply by August 15, 2024.

WINTER 2025

BIO 1020 – HUMAN HEALTH

(Classes: Monday 3:30 – 6:20 p.m.)  WEB

An introductory course dealing with the structure and function of the human body as the biological foundation of human health and disease. Course topics will include a survey of human organ systems and prevalent diseases of the adult human, introducing concepts of disease prevention and wellness.
Three hours lecture a week

QUALIFICATIONS:  Applicants must hold an M.Sc. or Ph.D. in a field of science/biology related to the respective course content.  Documented experience teaching these courses would be a definite asset.

Preference will be given to qualified candidates with seniority on the UPEI Sessional Roster, and to those with experience in teaching university level courses.

SALARY: As per Sessional Instructor Stipends outlined in the Collective Agreement of the UPEI Faculty Association, Bargaining Unit #1 

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

A cover letter, a Curriculum vitae, and the names of two individuals who can provide letters of reference should be emailed to:

Dr. Christian Lacroix, Chair

Department of Biology

University of Prince Edward Island

Charlottetown, PE  C1A 4P3

lacroix@upei.ca

 

UPEI is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and reconciliation and believes in providing a positive learning and working environment where every person feels empowered to contribute. UPEI is committed to the principle of equity in employment and encourages applications from underrepresented groups including women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities.

Closing date for applications is August 15, 2024.  

UPEI encourages all qualified applicants to apply for job openings; however, in keeping with the terms and provisions of the university’s various employment and collective agreements, first priority will be given to internal candidates.