Sessional Lecturer - PSLY: Human Physiology

Position Title: Sessional Lecturer - PSL
201Y:
Basic Human Physiology

Department: Department of Physiology, University of Toronto (St. George campus)

Posting: Recruits a Sessional Lecturer to teach the renal section of PSL
201Y during Fall 2026. The course runs from September 2026 to April 2027 inclusive of term tests and examinations.

Course Code and

Title:

PSL
201Y – Basic Human Physiology

Course

Description:

A survey course covering all organ systems intended for students who are not proceeding further in Physiology.

Estimated Course Enrollment: 120

Estimated TA Support: 1

Sessional Dates of Appointment: November 2026 to January 2027

Salary: $2,399.39 inclusive of vacation pay per CUPE 3902 Unit 3 Collective Agreement.

Qualifications: PhD in physiology or a related discipline and Quercus experience are required. Lecturing experience in renal physiology, teaching large classes, and previous teaching in PSL
300/301H or PSL
201Y are assets.

Description of Duties: Deliver 5 sessions of 50‑minute pre‑recorded lectures on renal physiology; deliver online help sessions; create term test questions, final exam questions, make‑up test and make‑up final exam questions; and interact with the Course Director or the Department of Physiology Undergraduate Coordinator. This represents 12% of the workload for this course.

Application Instructions: Submit an application form (available at ), a letter of interest and current CV to:
Alexander Hoy, Teaching Support Coordinator, Department of Physiology, physiology

Closing Date: July 17, 2026

Accommodations: The University is committed to accessibility (AODA). If you require accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, contact  For more information about accommodations at U of T, please visit the Accommodation webpage.

Diversity Statement: The University of Toronto embraces diversity, encourages applicants from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. Applicants of equity‑deserving groups are encouraged to apply. A brief voluntary Diversity Survey will be part of the application.

Accessibility Statement: The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, providing accommodations for applicants with disabilities as required (AODA). For accommodations during employment, contact supervisor or department chair and/or Health & Well‑being Programs & Services at

Job Segment: Physiology, Equity, Healthcare, Finance

This posting is made in accordance with the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 Collective Agreement. Preference is given to qualified individuals rank Sessional Lecturer II or III per Article 14:12 of the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 collective agreement. Rates stated in the collective agreement prevail over rates stated here. Candidates who are undergraduate or graduate students or postdoctoral fellows of U of T are covered by CUPE 3902 Unit 1 and should not apply for positions posted under Unit 3.