Sessional Lecturer - COGY Introduction to Cognitive Science

Sessional Lecturer – COG
250Y Introduction to Cognitive Science 1

An introduction to the problems, theories and research strategies central to the interdisciplinary field focusing on the nature and organization of the human mind and other cognitive systems. Interrelations among the philosophical, psychological, linguistic and computer science aspects of the field are emphasized.

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200

4 TAs (114hrs each)

Wednesdays from 9am – 12pm (in-person delivery, may change due to public health advisories)

1 September 2026 to 30 April 2027 (Fall/Winter semesters)

• $19,994.95 (Sessional Lecturer
  1)
• $21,398.43 (Sessional Lecturer 1 – Long Term)
• $21,398.43 (Sessional Lecturer
  2)
• $21,907.92 (Sessional Lecturer 2 – Long Term)
• $21,907.92 (Sessional Lecturer
  3)
• $22,457.80 (Sessional Lecturer 3 – Long Term)

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.

A Master’s degree in Cognitive Science or a cognate field is required.

Ph.D. in progress or completed in Cognitive Science or a cognate field; demonstrated teaching and research expertise on topics relating to Cognitive Science, such as the nature and organization of the human mind and other cognitive systems; demonstrated evidence of excellence in undergraduate teaching.

Past teaching experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.

Normal duties related to the design and teaching of a university credit course, including preparation and delivery of course content; development, administration and marking of assignments, tests and exams; calculation and submission of grades; holding regular office hours. Supervising the TAs, preparing and supervising tests and exams. The delivery method for this course is currently in-person. The course delivery method may change as determined by the Faculty or the College.

Applicants must submit an updated curriculum vitae, the contact details for two references (preferably academic), evidence of teaching in the relevant area (including student evaluations, if available), and the CUPE Local 3902 Unit 3 application form located at  to:
Leila Farrow, Undergraduate Program Administrator and Academic Liaison  during the application and/or selection process you require accommodation due to a disability, please contact Leila Farrow  . A valid email address is required.

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