Sessional Lecturer – SAS318H1F – Colonialism and Tradition

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Sessional Lecturer – SAS318H1F – Colonialism and Tradition

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University of Toronto

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Date Posted: 07/04/2024
Req ID: 38475
Faculty/Division: Faculty of Arts & Science
Department: Asian Institute
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)Description:Course number and title: SAS318H1F: Colonialism and TraditionCourse description: This course analyzes the impact of colonialism in South Asia and the various ways in which tradition intersects with and has reshaped colonialism in postcolonial South Asia. The course will examine the role of religion, education, ethnicity, gender, and caste. Some attention will be paid to postcolonial and indigenous theory.Estimated course enrolment: 50 studentsEstimated TA support: 25 hoursClass schedule: Tuesday 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM*Please note, the delivery method for this course is currently in-person. Please note that, in keeping with current circumstances, the course delivery method may change as determined by the Faculty or the Department.Sessional dates of appointment: September 1, 2024 – December 31, 2024Salary: Sessional Lecturer I (SL I): $9,457.90; Sessional Lecturer I – Long Term (SL I -LT): $9,930.79; Sessional Lecturer II (SL II): $10,121,77; Sessional Lecturer II – Long Term (SL II -LT): $10,326.62; Sessional Lecturer III (SL III): $10,362.76; Sessional Lecturer III – Long Term (SL III – LT): $10,570.02.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.Minimum qualifications: Completed PhD in the disciplines of Anthropology, History, Sociology, Asian Studies, or related fields, as well as current knowledge of research in these areas are required. A strong scholarly background in disciplines relevant to the course is required. Applicants should have a strong commitment to teaching.Preferred qualifications: Demonstrated evidence of excellence in undergraduate teaching and mastery of the subject area is preferred. Previous experience in teaching a similar course is preferred.Description of duties:Preparation of course syllabus and course marking schemePlanning and teaching weekly lecturesSetting and marking assignments/tests/exams and course administration in accordance with University regulations as described in the Faculty of Arts & Science Academic Handbook for InstructorsCreate and maintain Quercus site for the courseSubmission of gradesAvailable for office hours for academic counselling of studentsDealing with student enquiries, appeals and petitionsSupervising and training TAApplication Procedure:All individuals interested in this position must submit an updated Curriculum Vitae and the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 application form, available at . Prior syllabi and teaching evaluations, if available, may be submitted as part of the application package. Please submit materials to:Program Administrator and Communications Officer, Contemporary Asian Studies ProgramAsian Institute at the Munk School of Global Affairs & Public Policy, University of TorontoEmail:Closing Date: 07/29/2024, 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.

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Location

Toronto, ON

Job date

Fri, 05 Jul 2024 22:32:02 GMT

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