Sessional Lecturer, Animal Welfare and Behaviour, Western College of Veteri at University of Saskatchewan

Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

08 Apr, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Animal welfare, Animal behaviour, Teaching, Curriculum delivery, Academic instruction, Animal sciences

Industry

Higher Education

Description

Sessional Lecturer, Animal Welfare and Behaviour, Western College of Veterinary Medicine The Western College of Veterinary Medicine invites applications for a Sessional Lecturer to teach the following course during the 2026-2027 Fall session: Course Number, Section, and Name: VLAC 215.2 Animal Welfare and Behaviour Term and Course Dates: Fall Session (August to October) CRN: 88595 Delivery Mode: This course will be offered as a series of Lectures and Labs Course Schedule: Aug 19 (8:30am), Aug 24 (11:30am & 3:00pm), Aug 25 (10:30am & 2:30pm), Aug 26 (11:30am), Aug 27 (11:30am & 3:00pm), Aug 31 (2:30pm), Sep 2 (10:30am), Sep 3 (10:30am), Sep 4 (10:30am), Sep 8 (10:30am & 1:30pm), Sep 10 (2:30pm), Sep 11 (2:30pm), Sep 14 (10:30am), Sep 15 (2:30pm), Sep 17 (1:30pm), Sep 18 (2:30pm), Sep 23 (9:30am), Sep 24 (9:30am), Oct 7 (8:30am), Oct 8 (8:30am), Oct 19 (2:30pm), Oct 20 (1:30pm & 2:30pm), Oct 22 (2:30pm), Oct 23 (10:30am), Oct 27 (9:30am), Oct 29 (8:00am) Expected Enrollment Limit: 88 Qualifications: Minimum of M.Sc. degree or equivalent in Animal Sciences. Minimum three years of post-secondary teaching experience in the field of animal welfare and/or behaviour. A valid driver’s license is required for off-campus courses. Appointment periods include additional days in recognition of preparation and marking time required. Courses may be cancelled due to low enrolment. Application Process: Complete the CUPE 3287 Employment Application Form and email the completed form, along with your curriculum vitae (if applicable), to andrew.allen@usask.ca If you are currently employed by the University of Saskatchewan in a full-time non-teaching position, discuss your application with your people leader to ensure the appointment is suitable relative to your current position. Department: Western College of Veterinary Medicine Status: Casual Employment Group: CUPE 3287 Academic Calendar: Course Dates and Academic Calendar Stipend: CUPE 3287 Stipends Posted Date: 4/8/2026 Closing Date: 4/14/2026 Number of Openings: 1 Work Location: On Campus #LI-DNI The University is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion, and are proud to support career opportunities for Indigenous peoples to reflect the community we serve. We are dedicated to recruiting individuals who will enrich our work and learning environments. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. We are committed to providing accommodations to those with a disability or medical necessity. If you require an accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please notify us and we will work together on the accommodation request. We continue to grow our partnerships with Indigenous communities across the province, nationally, and internationally and value the unique perspective that Indigenous employees provide to strengthen these relationships. Verification of Indigenous Membership/Citizenship at the University of Saskatchewan is led and determined by the deybwewin | taapwaywin | tapwewin: Indigenous Truth policy and Standing Committee in accordance with the processes developed to enact the policy. Successful candidates that assert Indigenous membership/citizenship will be asked to complete the verification process of Indigenous membership/citizenship with documentation. The University of Saskatchewan’s main campus is situated on Treaty 6 Territory and the Homeland of the Métis. We pay our respects to the First Nations and Métis ancestors of this place and reaffirm our relationship with one another. Together, we are uplifting Indigenization to a place of prominence at the University of Saskatchewan.

Responsibilities

The Sessional Lecturer will be responsible for teaching the VLAC 215.2 Animal Welfare and Behaviour course through a series of lectures and labs. The role involves managing course delivery, student instruction, and assessment during the Fall session.