Sessional Lecturer - BPM332H1S - Buddhism and Psychotherapy

Description

The Buddhism, Psychology and Mental Health Program at New College seeks a sessional lecturer from January 1, 2027 – May 6, 2027 for the course:

• BPM332H1S – Buddhism and Psychotherapy

A multi-cultural and interdisciplinary study of therapeutically-oriented practices and theories of the mind. Areas considered include positive psychology, psychoanalysis, cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness meditation, and Jungian psychology, with comparison to various Buddhist teachings and practices.

Enrolment Estimate: 100 students
Estimated TA Support: 165 hours

Class Schedule

Lecture: Monday 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

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. with a scholarly background in areas related to Buddhist Studies, Mindfulness, and/or the intersections between Buddhism and Psychology and/or philosophical theories of mind.
• Teaching experience required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience teaching in a university setting is 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