Biological Sciences

Sessional Instructorships for the 2011/2012

The Department of Biological Sciences invites applications for sessional instructorships for the 2011/2012 Fall/Winter Terms.  Currently, courses for which sessionals may be required (to teach all or part of) includes the following list.  Other courses may be available as conditions change:

BIOL 201 – Eukaryotic Cellular Biology – Winter Term

BIOL 361 – Marine Science – Winter Term

BOT 380 – Drug Plants – Winter Term

ZOOL 340 - Comparative Environmental Physiology – Winter Term

ZOOL 407 – Biology of Birds – Winter Term 

This list of courses is subject to change until positions are filled.

Additional information on the courses above can be found in the 2011-2012 calendar, on the Department’s web site, or by visiting the Student Services Office (3rd Floor, Centre Wing).

These appointments normally require a Ph.D. degree in a relevant discipline, and successful teaching experience (including laboratory teaching).  If you are interested in being considered for one or more of these positions, or for any other sessional opportunities that may arise, provide a c.v. and a covering letter outlining your teaching experience and mentioning the course(s) and/or subject areas for which you would like to be considered. Include the names of two references who are willing to give information on your teaching experience and abilities.  People who have recently provided this information or who have recently taught as sessionals for this department need only send an email indicating their interest in the upcoming positions.

Please address this information to:

Brenda Metherell
Department of Biological Sciences
CW-312 Biological Sciences Building
University of Alberta
Edmonton, Alberta, T6G 2E9

or Email: Brenda.Metherell@ualberta.ca

Positions will be filled as suitable candidates are identified.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. If suitable Canadian citizens or permanent residents cannot be found, other individuals will be considered.

The University of Alberta hires on the basis of merit. We are committed to the principle of equity in employment.  We welcome diversity and encourage applications from all qualified women and men, including persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and Aboriginal persons.