Sessional Lecturer GGRHF - Introduction to GIScience; Sci

Job Posting for Sessional Lecturer

Course: GGR
278H5F:
Introduction to GIScience (Sci)

Introduction to models of representation and management of geographical data for scientific analysis. Basic quantitative methods and techniques for geographic data analysis, including collection, manipulation, description and interpretation. Practical exercises using GIS and statistical software packages with examples drawn from both physical and human geography. (24L/12P)

• LEC
  0101 – Thursdays 09:00 - 11:00
• PRA
  0101 – Fridays 10:00 - 11:00
• PRA
  0102 – Fridays 10:00 - 11:00
• PRA
  0103 – Fridays 11:00 - 12:00
• PRA
  0104 – Fridays 11:00 - 12:00
• PRA
  0105 – Fridays 13:00 - 14:00
• PRA
  0106 – Fridays 13:00 - 14:00

Estimated enrolment: 144

TA support: will be subject to final enrollment figures

September 1, 2026 - December 30, 2026

In accordance with the current CUPE 3902 Unit 3 Collective Agreement, rate of pay is $9,997.48 for a half (F/S) course, $19,994.95 for a full (Y) course. All pay rates are inclusive of vacation pay.

PhD or PhD candidate in Geomatics or a related field. Proficient with ArcGISPro and other GIS software. Demonstrated evidence of teaching excellence would be an asset. Previous experience teaching a similar course is highly desirable.

All 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 TA's assigned to course; ordering all necessary readings.

To be considered for a position applicants must submit the CUPE application form as well as their CV of no more than 3 pages together with recent course evaluations by email to the department Chair, Laura Brown, at

07/14/2026, 11:59PM EDT

This job is posted in accordance with the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 Collective Agreement.

It is understood that some announcements of vacancies are tentative, pending final course determinations and enrolment. Should rates stipulated in the collective agreement vary from rates stated in this posting, the rates stated in the collective agreement shall prevail.

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.

Please note:

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.

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