Sessional Lecturer, MSL- Curating Science

Sessional Lecturer – MSL
2050H Curating Science

University of Toronto – Faculty of Information

Winter Term 2027 (January 2027 – April 2027)

Science subjects dominate the museum field — natural history, zoology, botany, anthropology, astronomy, paleontology, archaeology, and classical physics, to name but a few. The history of modern science is tied to the history of museums and in many ways public displays of science have influenced the development of science itself. Few museum professionals speak and understand the language of science. This course introduces students to the fundamentals of scientific thinking and key issues related to curating science subject matter.

Specific examples of science‑based museum displays and exhibitions are explored in an engaging series of lectures, workshops, excursions and conversations with museum professionals.

The student will come away with the tools needed to engage with science and museums at an advanced professional level.

• Estimated enrollment: 35
• Estimated TA support:
  None anticipated; 75 hours if enrollment reaches 36 or greater
• Class schedule:
  To be determined; students must be located in geographical proximity to the University premises as of the starting date
• Sessional dates of appointment:
  January 1, 2027 – April 30, 2027

• Sessional Lecturer I: $10,889
• Sessional Lecturer I Long Term: $11,652
• Sessional Lecturer II: $11,652
• Sessional Lecturer II Long Term: $11,924
• Sessional Lecturer III: $11,924
• Sessional Lecturer III Long Term: $12,202

Preferably candidates will have a completed, or nearly completed, PhD degree in an area related to the course or a Master’s degree plus extensive professional experience in an area related to the course. Teaching experience is preferred.

Preparing course materials; delivering course content (seminars, lectures, and labs); developing and administering course assignments, tests & exams; grading; holding regular office hours.

June 18, 2026

Applicants must submit a CV and a completed CUPE 3902 Unit 3 application form in one PDF file to the attention of Nafiseh Yazdian, Administrative Coordinator, Faculty of Information, 140 St. George Street, University of Toronto. Email: s

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.

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Anthropology, Scientific, Botany, Physics, Engineering, Social Sciences, Science