Sessional Lecturer - EESCH

Job Title

Sessional Lecturer – EESC
22H3

Course number and title:
EESC
22H3 – Environmental Geophysics

Course description:
This course instructs students on the application of geophysical techniques (including gravity and magnetic surveys, electromagnetics, resistivity and seismology) to important environmental issues, such as monitoring climate change and natural hazards, clean energy assessments, and how to build sustainable cities. This lecture‑based course teaches students the societal importance of environmental geophysics as well as how to effectively communicate uncertainty when interpreting data.

20 students

0.5 FCE

September 1, 2026 to December 31, 2026

Starting September 1, 2026: $9,997.48 for a Sessional Lecturer I; $10,699.22 for a Sessional Lecturer I‑Long Term; $10,699.22 for a Sessional Lecturer II; $10,953.96 for a Sessional Lecturer II‑Long Term; $10,953.96 for Sessional Lecturer III; and $11,228.90 for a Sessional Lecturer III‑Long Term. Rates are established by the collective agreement.

• A Ph.D. or M.Sc. degree specializing in geophysics.
• Experience teaching a course in geophysical techniques and the underlying principles at the university level.
• Professional Geoscientist of Ontario (P.Geo.) designation is an asset.
• Experience with planning and guiding geophysical surveys, processing, and interpretation.
• Experience operating ground‑penetrating radar, resistivity, and seismic survey equipment (including sub‑bottom profilers) and demonstrating the use of processing software (, RES2
  
  DINV, REFLEXW, Edge Tech Discover) in a similar course.
• Teaching excellence, mastery of subject area, geoscience background, scientific research, and field experience.
• Knowledge of appropriate local field sites, safe fieldwork practices, and First Aid Certification is preferred.
• Past teaching experience is a relevant criterion.

• Effectively deliver the course, including lecture and practical preparation and delivery.
• Set, supervise, and mark assignments/exams, and determine final course marks.
• Conduct course evaluations and hold regular office hours in person.

Lectures:
Mondays 3:00 PM–5:00 PM

July 10, 2026 11:59 PM EDT

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. The University of Toronto is strongly committed to equity and diversity and welcomes applications from racialized persons, women, Indigenous/Aboriginal People, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ persons, and others. Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.