Job Description

Sessional Lecturer - JHA384H1F Japan in the World, Mid-16th to Mid-20th century

Course Description:

This course examines Japan within the context of world history from the mid-16th to the mid-20th century. Rather than seek comprehensive coverage of Japan's national history along a linear timeline, we will use Japan as a lens through which to consider key moments in the history of the modern world.

Minimum qualifications:

Master of Arts in History or related field required. Mastery of the subject area as related to the course description

Preferred qualifications:

PhD in History preferred. Demonstrated evidence of superior undergraduate teaching.

Description of duties:

Developing syllabus; course preparation; Teaching one two-hour classes weekly, in-person lectures; Marking; Conducting scheduled office hours (1 hour/week)

Duties of this position shall be performed at the campus on which the position is located.

Sessional Dates of Appointment:

September 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025

Estimated Course Enrolment:

45

Estimate of TA Support:

-

Schedule:

Monday 17:00-19:00

Rate of Pay:

Sessional Lecturer I: $ 9,820.70

Sessional Lecturer 1, Long term: $10,510.36

Sessional Lecturer II: $10,510.36

Sessional Lecturer II, Long term: $10,760.28

Sessional Lecturer III: $10,760.28

Sessional Lecturer III, Long term: $11,030.36


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.

Application instructions:

Applications should be emailed to history.cupe3@utoronto.ca, addressed to the Associate Undergraduate Chair, Prof. Heidi Bohaker and must include:

cover letter
+ application form available at https://uoft.me/CUPE-3902-Unit-3-Application-Form
+ Updated CV
+ teaching evaluations
+ two letters of reference, sent directly from your referees, that address your teaching skills

Closing Date:

Friday, July 25, 2025