Sessional Lecturer - CSBHAdvanced Cell Biology; FCE

sessional lecturer – csb
331h1s: advanced cell biology (0.25 fce)

course number and title: csb
331h1s: advanced cell biology (25% fce of full course). The development of multicellular organisms is dependent on complex cell‑cell and cell‑matrix dynamics. The course examines the molecules and mechanisms involved and how they act in concert to regulate distinct developmental and physiological events. Emphasis is placed on the experimental approaches and technology used to study the molecular interactions and dynamics that alter structure‑function relationships in cells and organisms.

number of positions: 1

estimated course enrolment: 24 students

estimated ta support: 2 × 70 hrs

class schedule: mondays 2–3 pm, wednesdays 3–5 pm

appointment dates: january 1 , 2027 – april 30 , 2027

• $4,998.74 – sessional lecturer i (minimum, includes 4% vacation pay)
• $5,349.61 – sessional lecturer i (long‑term minimum, includes 6% vacation pay)
• $5,349.61 – sessional lecturer ii (minimum, includes 6% vacation pay)
• $5,476.98 – sessional lecturer ii (long‑term minimum, includes 6% vacation pay)
• $5,476.98 – sessional lecturer iii (minimum, includes 6% vacation pay)
• $5,614.45 – sessional lecturer iii (long‑term minimum, includes 6% vacation pay)

please note that should rates stipulated in the collective agreement vary from rates stated in this posting, the rates stated in the collective agreement shall prevail.

phd in cell biology research or related field. Demonstrated excellence in teaching is required. Prior experience teaching this or similar course at university level is preferred.

delivery of lectures prepared by other instructors in this course; design and delivery of review sessions; prepare and grade assignments and tests in accordance with university regulations as described in the faculty of arts & science and hold office hours.

applicants should submit a detailed letter of application; an updated curriculum vitae; names and contact information (email and phone) for two referees or two reference letters; evidence of teaching in the relevant area, including student evaluations if available; and the cupe 3902 unit 3 application form located at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Applications should be sent electronically by july 3 , 2026 to: baljit brar at

candidates who are members of indigenous, black, racialized and 2slgbtq+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity‑deserving groups are encouraged to apply, and their lived experience shall be taken into consideration as applicable to the position.

please note that, in keeping with current circumstances, this course may be delivered online instead of in person as determined by the department of cell and systems biology.

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