Closing date: July 31, 2024
Applications are invited for a part time Sessional Lecturer position in 2024 Winter Term 1.
BIOL 121 Genetics, Evolution and Ecology – 3 credits.
Course Description: Principles of storage and transmission of genetic variation; origin and evolution of species and their ecological interactions.
Job Description: Primary duties include teaching a lecture section in the course, setting up and maintaining the course section Canvas page, preparing materials for in-class and homework activities (materials developed by other instructors are available), collaborating with instructors of other sections in the development of BIOL121 assessment items, mentoring and managing the course section Teaching Assistants and Peer Tutors, marking students’ exams, maintaining records of students’ grades. The term runs from September 3 – December 21, 2024.
We seek an innovative educator with demonstrated experience in teaching or TAing biology using evidence-based and learning-centred pedagogical approaches, and engaging students in active learning classroom environment.
Candidates should have at least a MSc. in Biology, Zoology, Botany, or a related Life Sciences field. Previous relevant experience in biology post-secondary teaching is an asset.
The current salary for a 3-credit course is $10,300.
Applications should include an up-to-date curriculum vitae, including the names, addresses and e-mail or telephone contact information of three people who can be contacted to provide reference letters, and a teaching statement. Application deadline is July 31, 2024
Applications should be emailed to Dr. Pam Kalas, Associate Head of Biology, kalas@zoology.ubc.ca
Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence. An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person. Our department is committed to confronting systemic biases, particularly as they affect individuals from Black, Indigenous and People of Colour (BIPOC) communities, and intersect with other forms of discrimination.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.