Sessional Lecturer- MHIInformation and Communication Technology Health Care

Sessional Lecturer Position

Program:
Master of Health Informatics (MHI)

Sessional Dates of Appointment:
Fall 2026, September to December

Existing Vacancy:
Yes

Course

Title:

MHI
1001H - Information and Communication Technology for Health Care

This course will introduce the fundamental concepts of information and communication technology for those students with a health science background, but no formal training in computer or information technology. The course will cover material that is relevant to health informatics and focus on the understanding of hardware and software systems. We will focus on the proper design and specification of health information systems.

This course will provide you with the background knowledge to understand the technical details of healthcare ICTs and apply this knowledge to the design and specification of systems.

• Explain the usage of computer networks for distributed health services.
• Discuss advanced health technology concepts with stakeholders.
• Model a computerized solution for a decentralized healthcare process.
• Explain vibe coding and advancements in the use of AI for coding applications.

Class schedule:
Weekly sessions from 9:10 am to noon on Wednesdays between September 9 and December 2, 2026.;
Delivery mode:
In‑person.;
Estimated enrolment: 60.;
Estimated TA support:
None.

• A PhD or Masters level education with experience in health informatics, preferably in the areas of ICT adoption, implementation, and evaluation.
• A robust understanding of information technology, operating systems, networks, system security.
• Experience with the use of AI in coding healthcare applications.
• Past teaching experience related to health informatics, preferably at the graduate level.
• Prior experience in curriculum development and adult teaching‑learning methods.
• Comfortable with electronic teaching tools such as Learning Management Systems (e.g., Quercus), PowerPoint, as well as on‑line collaboration tools (Blogs, Wikis, Discussion Boards, Webinars, or Video‑conferencing).

• Course instructor for a professional graduate course using competency‑based learning and assessment methods.
• Must be accessible to students outside of classroom hours.
• Available evenings and weekends.

$9,997.47 - Sessional Lecturer I
$10,699.21 - Sessional Lecturer I - Long Term
$10,699.21 - 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
Rates may vary in accordance with the collective agreement.

June 29, 2026

Preference in hiring is given to qualified individuals advanced to the rank of Sessional Lecturer II or Sessional Lecturer III in accordance with Article 14:12 of the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 collective agreement. Undergraduate or graduate students and postdoctoral fellows of the University of Toronto are covered by the CUPE 3902 Unit 1 collective agreement rather than the Unit 3 collective agreement and should not apply for positions posted under the Unit 3 collective agreement.

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.

The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission. The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.

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