Sessional Instructor: BCEM , Department of Biological Sciences, Faculty of Science

BCEM 411 Sessional Instructor – Fall 2026

Department: Department of Biological Sciences, Faculty of Science, University of Calgary.

Start Date: August 1, 2026

Responsible for all components of the BCEM 411 course, including lecture delivery, labs, tutorials, and associated duties such as preparation and assessment of course material. The instructor will design and run laboratory sessions covering protein purification and characterization, bioinformatics, chromatography, electrophoresis, enzyme assays, antibodies, and protein–protein interaction studies.

BCEM 411 – Laboratory Techniques I focuses on practical laboratory experience in biochemistry, particularly protein purification and characterization techniques.

Term Dates: Monday, August 24, 2026 – Thursday, December 24, 2026

Delivery Mode: In person

Teaching

Schedule:

Lectures on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 09:30–10:45

• Minimum MSc in a biological science;
  PhD preferred.
• Expertise in biochemistry laboratory techniques, especially protein purification and characterization.
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness; prior teaching experience in similar courses preferred.

Calculated according to the Collective Agreement, Schedule

B. Further details are available on the Faculty Association website.

• Cover letter
• Curriculum vitae
• Statement of teaching philosophy
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness
• Three letters of reference (not required for those who previously taught as sessional instructors in the Faculty of Science)

Applicants should submit an online application via the university portal. Final date to receive applications:
July 10, 2026.

The University of Calgary is an equitable and inclusive employer. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Applicants who identify as women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, visible/racialized minorities, or who have diverse sexual orientations and gender identities are especially encouraged to apply. Accommodations are available for candidates with disabilities. For further information or to request accommodations, contact the Office of Institutional Commitments at [email protected].

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