Sessional Lecturer SDSHQueer Indigenous Politics and Cultures

Sessional Lecturer – Queer Indigenous Politics and Cultures (SDS
385H1S)

Date Posted: 05/22/2026

Req : 48233

Faculty/Division: Faculty of Arts & Science

Department: Sexual Diversity Studies

Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)

Estimated Course Enrollment: 45

Class

Schedule:

Wednesdays, 11:00am‑1:00pm

Dates of Appointment: January 1, 2027 – April 30, 2027

Salary (pro-rated to 0.5 FCE):
$9,997.48 (Sessional Lecturer I)
$10,699.22 (Sessional Lecturer I Long Term)
$10,699.22 (Sessional Lecturer II)
$10,953.96 (Sessional Lecturer II Long Term)
$10,953.96 (Sessional Lecturer III)
$11,228.90 (Sessional Lecturer III Long Term)

Minimum Qualifications: Master’s degree in Indigenous Studies, LGBTQ+ Studies, Sexuality Studies, or related field.

Preferred Qualifications: Doctorate degree in Indigenous Studies, LGBTQ+ Studies, Sexuality Studies, or related field;
Relevant academic background in both Indigenous Studies and LGBTQ+ Studies;
Experience teaching in a university environment.

Description of Duties: All duties associated with teaching an undergraduate course, including preparing the course outline, syllabus, and lectures; delivering lectures; developing, marking and administering course assignments, tests & exams; calculation and timely submission of grades; conducting scheduled office hours for academic counselling of students.

Diversity Statement: The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission.