Applications are invited to apply for a part-time Sessional Lecturer position (term-appointment) in the Faculty of Forestry at the University of British Columbia to deliver lectures and labs for FRST307 (Biotic Disturbances, 3 Credit) in the Department of Forest and Conservation Sciences. The start date is September 1, 2026, for a duration of one term, ending on December 31, 2026. There will not be any renewal for this position.
Position details
The sessional lecturer must be extremely familiar with all aspects of forest biotic disturbances and tree diseases in particular. They will be responsible for preparing and delivering lectures and leading active learning in the classroom and in the lab. The course (FRST307 Biotic Disturbances) is worth 3 credits and has 3 lectures (1100:1150 on Monday, Wednesday and Friday) 3 laboratory sections per week. This is a part-time position worth 1.5 credits. A full-time teaching load in the Department of Forest and Conservation Sciences is 12 credits per term, making this position equivalent to 12.5% of a full-time load. The expected salary for this position is $4,000 per credit.
Required qualifications
Candidates must have a graduate degree in Forest Sciences and research experience in Forest Pathology, focusing on pathogen biology, epidemiology and management. Candidates must also have a proven track record of teaching upper-level courses.
Preferred qualifications
In addition to the required qualifications, preference will be given to applicants with:
Applications should include: cover letter, curriculum vitae, and names and contact information of three references. This position is a limited one term appointment.
All positions are subject to enrolment and funding, and will be governed by UBC's Agreement on Conditions of Appointment for Sessional and Part-time Faculty Members.
An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority.
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