Sessional lecturer

The University of British Columbia (UBC) Vancouver Campus is seeking a part-time sessional lecturer for :
Biomimicry and Biocomposites (3 credits) for the 2026 Winter Session (Term1).

• Deliver core lectures on bioinspired material design, natural structural systems, and biocomposites.
• Coordinate guest lectures and lead class discussions.
• Supervise teaching assistants.
• Provide feedback on student work, hold weekly office hours, and assess quizzes, reports, presentations, and final project papers.
• Guide student projects focused on developing biomimetic designs for practical applications.

• Strong background in biomaterials, bio‑based composites, biomimicry, polysaccharides, (bio‑)fabrication, and rheology.
• Experience teaching, mentoring students, and assessing written and oral assignments.
• Prior teaching or teaching‑assistant experience in biomimicry, biocomposites, or closely related courses.
• Ability to connect fundamental concepts with current research developments in bio‑based materials.
• Extensive research experience in biomimicry systems related to the lecturing topics.
• Experience in interdisciplinary research environments involving materials science, engineering, and biological systems.
• Familiarity with the BEST program or similar interdisciplinary curricula; prior teaching‑assistant experience in BEST courses is an asset.
• Completed PhD (or current PhD candidate) in Forestry, Materials Science, Chemical/Biological Engineering, Polymer Science, Wood Science, or a related discipline (mandatory).
• Provide a teaching philosophy statement, CV, and the names and email addresses of two references.

UBC is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized under any grounds enumerated in the B.C. Human Rights Code. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, though Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.