Closing date: October 21, 2025
Applications are invited for a part time Sessional Lecturer position in 2025 Winter Term 2.
BIOL 112 Biology of the Cell- 3 credits.
Course Description: The principles of cellular and molecular biology using bacterial and eukaryotic examples.
Job Description: Primary duties include teaching a lecture section in the course, and developing materials for in-class and tutorial activities and assessments in Biol 112. The term runs from January 5 to April 25, 2026.
We seek an innovative educator with demonstrated experience in teaching introductory cell and molecular biology using learning-centred pedagogical approaches, mentoring and managing teaching assistants, and engaging students in active learning classroom environment.
Candidates should have a PhD in Biology, Zoology, Botany, or a related Life Sciences field, and a background in cell biology in both bacteria and eukaryotes. Previous experience in teaching or administering tutorials in BIOL 112 is required. Other relevant teaching experience at the post-secondary level will be 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 October 21, 2025.
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.