Sessional Instructor: Art & Law, Faculty of Arts & Science, Fall​/Winter

Sessional Instructor:
Art & Law, Faculty of Arts & Science, Fall/Winter 2026-27 Job Code 3820 Department Faculty of Arts & Science

Employment Type
Temporary/Contract

VISC-S Art & Law (0.5 credit)
(Fall 2026: 9 September 2026 – 8 December 2026; Wednesday 11:50 AM - 2:50 PM; In-Person)

COURSE

DESCRIPTION:

This course explores intersections between the visual arts and the law. Artworks are often accorded special legal status, generating ethical and political entanglements. Students will learn the basic legal principles that inform the context in which artists, institutions, and other art‑world agents operate. Classes will examine case studies and controversies related to copyright, intellectual property, censorship, free expression, artists’ moral rights, business practices, cultural heritage protection, repatriation, stolen art, forgeries, and court definitions of artistic works.

RESPONSIBILITIES: Teaching and teaching‑related responsibilities may include but are not limited to: course outline development, studio preparation and delivery inclusive of lectures, critiques, grading, mid‑term evaluations, final evaluations/reviews, and health & safety oversight; meeting academic and curricular requirements and deadlines.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Terminal degree in art, design or a relevant discipline and/or equivalent professional/practical experience.
• Experience teaching at the post‑secondary level is an asset; equivalent relevant experience will be considered.
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrated leadership and experience promoting a respectful and inclusive learning environment for students, staff, and faculty.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Sessional appointments are fixed‑term annual contracts. Compensation includes a per‑course pay scale with a salary level of $7,508.00 (per 0.5 credit course) plus 7% in lieu of benefits and vacation pay, per the provisions of the Employment Standards Act. Positions are subject to budgetary approval and satisfactory enrolment levels.

APPLICATION MATERIALS:

• A letter of intent stating the candidate’s interests in the areas of teaching by identifying relevant courses above.
• A statement of teaching philosophy that responds to the profile of the position.
• A link or web address to your digital portfolio of recent and current work/publications (if applicable).
• Names and contact information of three references.

Please apply no later than Friday July 24th, 2026 at 11:59 PM.

Applicants must be eligible to work in Canada for any employer (with a valid work or study permit, SIN and Canadian bank account).

EEO & Diversity Statement: OCAD University is an employer committed to employment equity. We encourage applications from members of equity‑deserving communities including women, racialized and Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and persons of all sexual orientations and gender identities/expressions. In order to alleviate the under‑representation of racialized and Indigenous faculty, priority in hiring will be given to qualified racialized and Indigenous persons who self‑identify as such in the application process.

All qualified persons are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority. While we thank all candidates for their interest, only those short‑listed will be contacted.