Sessional Lecturer | FORHF - Ecological Principles of Agroforestry

Course Information

Course number and title: FOR
417H1F – Ecological Principles of Agroforestry

Course description:
This course explores the roles of trees and forests in agricultural land‑use systems primarily in the third world. An examination of the biological and management aspects of agroforestry within the socio‑economic constraints of the developing world. The sustainability of particular agroforestry systems is a theme throughout.

Estimated enrolment: 40

Estimated TA support: N/A

Number of positions: 1

Sessional dates of appointment: 1 September 2026 – 31 December 2026 (includes completion of any coursework and grading not completed by 31 December 2026).

Class schedule:
Lecture – Tuesday 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM;
Tutorial – Tuesday 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

• Sessional Lecturer I: $9,997.58 (per half‑course, inclusive of vacation)
• Sessional Lecturer I Long Term: $10,699.22
• Sessional Lecturer II: $10,699.22
• Sessional Lecturer II Long Term: $10,953.96
• Sessional Lecturer III: $10,953.96
• Sessional Lecturer III Long Term: $11,228.90

Preferably holding a PhD degree with extensive experience in forest agroforestry and conservation; teaching experience an asset.

Prepare and deliver lectures, organise guest speakers, maintain course notes and readings, set and mark course assignments (mid‑term, essay, final examination or other assignments), compile, record and submit final marks. Be available to students through regular online office hours.

The Daniels Faculty uses a centralized application system. Submit a cover letter and CV via the faculty’s application portal:  For questions contact se

07/15/2026, 11:59 PM EDT

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