Sessional Instructor: SCIE , Natural Sciences Program, Faculty of Science

Job Description

The Natural Sciences Program within the Faculty of Science invites applications for a Fall 2026 Term Sessional Instructor. The successful candidate will teach SCIE 501 in the Fall 2026 session with responsibilities for lecture instruction, meetings with the teaching team, scoring assessments, and other associated duties for this 3‑unit course during the term.

Science 501 – Project Course in Natural Science. This course acts as the capstone experience for Natural Sciences students, intended to achieve integration and interdisciplinarity within the Natural Sciences program.

By the end of the course, students will be able to:

• critically analyze current research and developments in a scientific topic, evaluating significance and identifying limitations;
• apply principles of ethical and responsible research design to propose a project that addresses a scientific problem and social contexts;
• communicate ideas and concepts effectively in written, visual, and oral presentations to peers and to create a bridge between scientific research and society;
• collaborate in multidisciplinary teams, provide feedback to peers, and reflect on their learning in this course, in their degree, and in the future.

Fall 2026 Term Dates:
Monday, 24 Aug 2026 – Thursday, 24 Dec 2026.

Delivery Mode:
All course components will be delivered in person.

Teaching

Schedule:

Mo We Fr 15:00 – 15:50.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Preference to candidates with a Ph.D. in a scientific discipline or with evidence of previous post‑secondary teaching experience and effectiveness.
• Experience with the Desire 2 Learn (D2L) course‑management system, knowledge of best practices for assessments, and techniques for engaging students considered assets.

Remuneration is calculated according to the Collective Agreement, Schedule B. The appointment is governed by the collective agreement between the Faculty Association of the University of Calgary and the Governors of the University of Calgary.

As an equitable and inclusive employer, the University of Calgary recognizes that a diverse staff/faculty benefits and enriches the work, learning and research experiences of the entire campus and greater community. We are committed to removing barriers that have been historically encountered by some people in our society. We strive to recruit individuals who will further enhance our diversity and will support their academic and professional success while they are here.

In particular, we encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible/racialized minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply. To ensure a fair and equitable assessment, we offer accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities. Questions regarding EDI at UCalgary can be sent to the Office of Institutional Commitments and requests for accommodations can be sent to People & Culture.

Applicants who have taught as a sessional instructor in the Faculty of Science may choose to only submit a cover letter and current curriculum vitae.

For further information about the Natural Sciences Program, please visit the program website.

For details about benefits and conditions, please consult the Faculty Association website.