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Foundations 1 is the first of a two-course series centered on developing the core knowledge in the basic, pharmaceutical, clinical and social sciences required for their roles as future health care professionals. Students will learn and apply the course content in the context of their professional roles of scientist, professional, care provider, communicator, collaborator, advocate, scholar, and leader. This course provides the foundation for understanding the pharmacist role in the health care system and explores professional identity.

Estimated course enrolment: 275

Estimated TA support: TBD

Class schedule

Tuesday – 10:00 am – Noon

Thursday – 2:00 – 3:00 pm

Sessional dates of appointment: August 25, 2024 – November 14, 2024

Salary: $4910.34

Minimum qualifications: Candidates should possess a doctoral degree in a relevant discipline as well as demonstrated currency and mastery in the following areas:

  • Biochemistry
  • Immunology

Mastery may be demonstrated, but not limited to scholarly publications establishing expertise in the area, Teaching or TA experience in course with similar content. Demonstrated knowledge and practice of equity, diversity and inclusion required.

Preferred qualifications: Experience with management and delivery of courses using University of Toronto or similar online systems (e.g., Quercus, Canvas-based technologies, Zoom, etc.) is preferred.

Description of duties: Prepare, organize, and delivery of course material, preparation and delivery of exam questions; be available to students seeking assistance between classes; evaluate and provide students with feedback on their work.

To Apply: Applicants are required to submit a cover letter, Curriculum Vitae (CV) and a completed CUPE Local 3902 Unit 3 Employment Application Form to Natalie Crown, Director, PharmD by e-mail to: academichr.phm@utoronto.ca.CV’s will be used to help determine an applicant’s mastery in the subject matter. Candidates should provide results of teaching evaluations, when available.

Closing Date: 08/12/2025, 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.

Diversity Statement

The 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 http://uoft.me/UP.

Accessibility Statement

The 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 uoft.careers@utoronto.ca.

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