Expression of Interest - Sessional Instructors, Science

Overview

Expression of Interest - Sessional Instructors, Science

Employment opportunity number: 25.124

Department:
School of Science

Salary: $5750-$6500 stipend per 3-credit course

Term:
January 2026 – April 2026

Campus:
Whitehorse, Ayamdigut

Closing date:
October 27, 2025

• Teach courses in the School of Science during the Winter 2026 semester on a casual basis.
• Deliver course content, assess student work, and provide feedback as appropriate for the assigned course(s).
• Collaborate with program staff as needed and adhere to Yukon University teaching guidelines.

• Minimum:
  Master of Science (M.Sc.) in a relevant discipline;
  Ph.D. preferred.
• Prior post-secondary teaching experience is an asset.
• Strong communication and organizational skills; ability to engage students in a remote or in-person setting as required.

AREC 365:
Natural Resource and Environmental Economics. Other courses may become available.

Yukon University is committed to the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion. All qualified persons are encouraged to apply; however, qualified candidates who self-identify as Yukon First Nations, Métis, Inuit or with Indigenous ancestry will be given priority.

Please quote the employment opportunity number (25.124) and send your cover letter and resume to the contact below.

• Contact:
  Dr. Katie Aitken, Associate Professor/Coordinator, Northern Environmental and Conservation Sciences
• Email:
• Phone:

Quoting the employment opportunity number, please send your cover letter and resume to:
Yukon University, Human Resource Services, Box 2799, Whitehorse, Yukon, Y1A 5K4. Fax: . Email:

Applicants should clearly outline all relevant qualifications since selection for interview will be based on applications submitted. Please be prepared to provide official transcripts upon request. We thank all applicants for their interest, but advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.