Sessional Lecturer - MMFHF: Risk Management; Section LEC

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Date Posted: 07/21/2026
Req : 49471
Faculty/Division: Faculty of Arts & Science
Department: Dept of Economics
Campus:St. George (Downtown Toronto)
Existing Vacancy: Yes

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Description:

The intent of this course is to introduce student to contemporary risk management concepts used by Canadian banks as well as many global financial institutions.

The course provides an introduction to key risk concepts as well as providing a deeper dive into a few select topics. Lectures provided by 5 instructors from a variety of institutions.

The delivery method for this course is in-person.

Sessional dates of appointment :
October 1 – November 19, 2026

Salary (per section):

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.

• Advanced degree in Mathematical Finance
• Industry experience in risk management and global financial institutions
• Prior experience teaching this course (or a similar course) at the university level
• Ability and experience teaching large classes

Preferred qualifications:

• Industry experience in institutional managed risk and methodologies and modelling techniques

Description of duties :

• Preparation and delivery of lectures in this course
• Preparation, supervision and grading of tests and examinations in accordance with university regulations
• Providing scheduled office hours for academic counseling of students

Please attach the additional documents in one PDF file format to the application form. If you have any questions, please contact ses All applicants must have a valid email address.

Closing Date:08/14/2026, 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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