Sessional Lecturer - ENV338H1S Environmental Research Data and Decision-making

About the role

Course Number and Title: ENV338H1S Environmental Research Data and Decision-making

Course Description: Understanding the natural world and human perturbations to it requires data. All data has inherent biases and constraints. In this class we will explore the world of environmental data from the perspective of those interested in affecting positive change. The class will use case studies and current research to explore topics such as: How do environmental scientists design studies or experiments to answer specific questions? How do we characterize the limitations of the data we have and work within these constraints to answer scientific questions and make informed and meaningful decisions?

Responsibilities

• Develop a detailed syllabus and curriculum for the course
• Teach the course in an in-person format
• Evaluate student performance
• Hold office hours and meet with students as they request
• Manage teaching assistant(s)
• Handle other pedagogical and administrative tasks ordinarily associated with teaching an undergraduate course

Qualifications

• PhD in relevant area of study or equivalent professional and/or academic experience required

Preferred Qualifications

• Relevant academic or professional publications
• Previous experience teaching a similar undergraduate course

Schedule

• Class Schedule: Fridays 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
• Sessional Dates of Appointment: January 1, 2027 - April 30, 2027

Pay

• Sessional Lecturer I: $9,997.48
• Sessional Lecturer I Long-Term: $10,699.22
• Sessional Lecturer II: $10,699.22
• Sessional Lecturer II Long-Term: $10,953.96
• Sessional Lecturer III: $10,953.96
• Sessional Lecturer III Long-Term: $11,228.90