Sessional Lecturer - BPM232H1S - Buddhism and Psychology

Description

The Buddhism, Psychology and Mental Health Program at New College seeks a sessional lecturer from January 1, 2027– May 06, 2027 for the course:

• BPM232H1S – Buddhism and Psychology

An overview of the encounter between Buddhism and psychology over the last century, with cross-disciplinary study of topics such as self, embodiment, impermanence, suffering, liberation, and insight. We explore how (and why) scientists, psychologists, and Buddhist reformers have reinterpreted Buddhism as “science” and how Buddhist contemplative practices such as mindfulness or compassion training have been transformed and promoted by modern psychology.

Enrolment Estimate: 100 students
Estimated TA Support: 165 hours

Class Schedule

Lecture: Wednesdays 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Pay

• Sessional Lecturer I: $9,997.47
• Sessional Lecturer I (Long-term): $10,699.21
• Sessional Lecturer II: $10,699.21
• Sessional Lecturer II (Long-term): $10,953.96
• Sessional Lecturer III: $10,953.96
• Sessional Lecturer III (Long-term): $11,228.90

Minimum Qualifications

• Completed or nearly completed Ph.D. in an area related to Buddhist Studies, Mindfulness, and/or the intersections between Buddhism and Psychology and/or philosophical theories of mind.
• Teaching experience required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Relevant teaching experience at the university level preferred.

Responsibilities

Normal duties related to the design and teaching of a university credit course, including preparation and delivery of course content; development, administration and marking of assignments, tests and exams; calculation and submission of grades; and holding regular office hours.

Application Process

Applicants should submit in one consolidated application package (e.g., PDF or Word document): (1) a detailed letter of application;
(2) an updated curriculum vitae;
(3) names and contact information (email and phone) for two referees or two reference letters;
(4) evidence of teaching in the relevant area, including student evaluations if available;
(5) the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 application form located here: CUPE 3902 Unit 3 Application Form.

Applications should be sent, by July 16, 2026, to:
BUDDHISM, PSYCHOLOGY AND MENTAL HEALTH
c/o New College Program Administrator
E-mail: nc.hiring@utoronto.ca

Only applications submitted to the email address listed above will be considered.

Closing Date

07/16/2026, 11:59PM EDT