Sessional Lecturer for CIN215H1S – Fantasy Film

Job title:

Sessional Lecturer for CIN215H1S – Fantasy Film

Company

University of Toronto

Job description

Date Posted: 03/29/2024
Req ID: 36713
Faculty/Division: Faculty of Arts & Science
Department: Cinema Studies
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)Description:Course code and title: CIN215H1S – Fantasy FilmCourse description: This course is the study of fantasy films in their cultural and political contexts and the genre’s narrative and conceptual components. The goal of the course is to familiarize students with fantasy as popular genre texts.Estimated course enrolment: 200 studentsEstimated TA support: 800 hours of TA and grader supportClass schedule: Tuesday 12:00-15:00*Please note, the delivery method for this course is currently In Person. In keeping with current circumstances, the course delivery method may change as determined by the Faculty or the Institute.Sessional dates of appointment: January 1 – April 30, 2025.Salary:Sessional Lecturer I: $9,457.90Sessional Lecturer I, Long Term: $9,930.79Sessional Lecturer II: $10,121.77Sessional Lecturer III: $10,362.76Please 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.Minimum qualifications:

• MA or PhD in Cinema/Film.
• At least 5 years of experience teaching cinema at the university level, with a concentration on film history, theory, practice, and/or analysis.
• At least 5 years of experience marking undergraduate essays in cinema.
• Evidence of recent teaching effectiveness.
• Ability to teach online if public health issues require.

Preferred qualifications:

• Demonstrated expertise in fantasy fiction and genres.

Description of duties: The Sessional Lecturer will follow the broad outline of the syllabus that has been established for the course, using any textbooks/films that may have been ordered. Revisions and/or updates to the curriculum should be discussed with the Director. They will lecture, grade assignments, hold office hours each week, and answer queries by email or appointment.Appliction instructions: Those interested should email a curriculum vitae (PDF) and to: .Closing Date: 04/19/2024, 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.All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.Diversity StatementThe University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission.As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see .Accessibility StatementThe University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission.The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact .

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Toronto, ON

Job date

Sat, 30 Mar 2024 06:47:15 GMT

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