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Sessional Lecturer – CHI308H5S Chinese Cultural Studies Seminar

at University of Toronto, Toronto, Canada

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Closing date
19 November 2026
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Job Posting Sessional Lecturer - CHI308H5S Chinese Cultural Studies Seminar

This job is posted in accordance with the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 Collective Agreement.

Course number and title :

CHI308H5S Chinese Cultural Studies Seminar

Course description :

This seminar course provides a platform for critical discussion of what we call "Chinese culture". Students will consider ideas of invented traditions, the essentialization of culture, and questions about modern states and regions. Topics may include Chinese civilization, customs, rituals, religion, philosophy, ideology, morals, literature, folk art and craft, performance arts, martial arts, cuisine, medicine, etc. The discussions will draw from historical and contemporary topics.

Estimated course enrolment : 35

Estimated TA support : None.

Number of Positions : 1

Class schedule : Mondays (11:00am - 2:00pm)

(Please see ttb.utoronto.ca)

[NOTE: The mode of instruction for this course is expected to be in-person . However, if this changes for any reason, you will be provided with as much advance notice as practicable.]

Sessional dates of appointment : January 1, 2027 to April 30, 2027

Salary :

Sessional Lecturer I - $9,997.48 inclusive of vacation pay (0.5 FCE)

Sessional Lecturer I Long Term - $10,699.22 inclusive of vacation pay (0.5 FCE)

Sessional Lecturer II - $10,699.22 inclusive of vacation pay (0.5 FCE)

Sessional Lecturer II Long Term - $10,953.96 inclusive of vacation pay (0.5 FCE)

Sessional Lecturer III - $10,953.96 inclusive of vacation pay (0.5 FCE)

Sessional Lecturer III Long Term - $11,228.90 inclusive of vacation pay (0.5 FCE)

Please note that should rates stipulated in the collective agreement vary from rates stated in this posting, the rates stated in the collective agreement shall prevail.

Minimum qualifications :

Ph.D. in Chinese literature or cultural studies or a closely related field is required.

Demonstrated expertise in Chinese cultural studies and experience teaching university-level courses in Chinese film or culture are required.

(Near-)native fluency in Mandarin Chinese is required.

Preferred qualifications :

Demonstrated excellence in teaching this course, or a similar course at the university level, is preferred.

Preference in hiring is given to qualified individuals advanced to the rank of Sessional Lecturer II and Sessional Lecturer III in accordance with Article 14:12.

Description of duties :

All normal duties related to the design and teaching of a University credit course, including preparation and delivery of course content; out-of-class interactions with students via e-mail and office hours; development, administration and marking of assignments, tests and exams; calculation and submission of grades; order all necessary readings.

Application instructions:

Please visit: https://tracs.utoronto.ca/dept/fgi/app/sl for detailed information on how to apply.

Applications must include:

Cover letter (this should specify the way in which the applicant’s background and experience give them mastery of the topic)

Current academic CV

Most recent course evaluations (if any)

Please do not apply on this website; only applications submitted to website above will be considered.

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Please note that an interview may be part of the hiring process.

This job is posted in accordance with the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 Collective Agreement.

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