Sessional Lecturer, TOX 402 (01) at University of Saskatchewan

Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

20 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Lecturing, Oral Communication, Course Management, Student Assessment, Canvas LMS, Systemic Toxicology, Scientific Teaching

Industry

Higher Education

Description

Sessional Lecturer, TOX 402 (01) The Toxicology Centre invites applications for a Sessional Lecturer to teach the following course during the 2026-2027 Fall session: Course Number, Section, and Name: TOX 402.3, Section 01, Systemic Toxicology Term and Course Dates: Fall Session, September 1 to December 31, 2026 CRN: 85159 Delivery Mode: Lecture in Person Course Schedule: Monday, Wednesday, Friday (10:30 am – 11:20 am) Expected Enrollment Limit: 20 Qualifications: Minimum of a PhD degree or equivalent in Toxicology, Pharmacology or a related discipline. The successful candidate will have excellent oral communication skills and will be comfortable in teaching the scientific material to undergraduate students. Experience lecturing at the university level will be preferred but not required. View the academic calendar for term course dates at: https://www.usask.ca/programs/calendar.php Course Overview This course will provide an overview of the types of injury produced in specific organs by chemical stressors. We discuss how structural and functional changes at the molecular, cellular, tissue, and organ level can alter organ system function to produce adverse effects (e.g. disease). Students will become familiar with traditional biomarkers of organ injury as well as introduced to new approach methods in systems toxicological assessment. The course is organized into modules according to target organ systems with focus on adverse effects in mammals. Accountabilities: Delivery of lecture material during scheduled lecture hours Setting up and maintaining the course on Canvas (USask Learning Management System) Marking and providing timely student feedback Invigilating exams/quizzes Student consultation via email and in-person appointments 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 Adriana.brown@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: Toxicology Centre Status: Term Employment Group: CUPE 3287 Academic Calendar: Course Dates and Academic Calendar Stipend: CUPE 3287 Stipends Posted Date: 5/20/2026 Closing Date: 6/2/2026 Number of Openings: 1 Work Location: On Campus #LI-DNI The University of Saskatchewan aspires to be what the world needs and embraces equity, diversity and inclusion as foundational to excellence and innovation. We actively seek to create a welcoming environment where all individuals feel empowered to thrive, contribute, and grow. Applications from equity-deserving groups are encouraged as part of our ongoing efforts to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve: EDI Framework for Action. 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 the 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 provides an accessible and inclusive workplace. Should you require support through any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us for assistance.

Responsibilities

Deliver in-person lectures on Systemic Toxicology and manage the course via the Canvas LMS. Responsibilities include marking assignments, providing student feedback, and invigilating exams.