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Accolades and Awards

MD Program Teaching Excellence Award - 2021-22

Congratulations to Kevin Santiago on being awarded the Teaching Excellence Award from the Faculty of Medicine! The award recognizes faculty, residents, graduate student teachers and clinicians in the MD Program that have attained Teaching Evaluation Scores in the top 10% in one or more of the teaching activities to which they have contributed.

Dean's Merit Award, Department of Surgery, University of Toronto - 2021

Congratulations to Dr. Judi Laprade on being awarded the Dean's Merit Award at the University of Toronto! At the discretion of the Dean of Medicine, this internal award is bestowed upon a selected few faculty who demonstrate excellence in research, academic achievement or service within the Faculty of Medicine. 

University of Toronto Early Career Teaching Award - 2020-21

Congratulations to Dr. Danielle Bentley on being awarded the Early Career Teaching award at the University of Toronto! This award recognizes faculty members who are effective teachers and demonstrate an exceptional commitment to student learning, pedagogical engagement, and teaching innovation. 

Teaching Excellence Award - 2020  

Congratulations to Professor Barbara (Dee) Ballyk on being awarded the Teaching Excellence Award from the Faculty of Medicine! This award recognizes faculty in the MD Program who have attained Teaching Evaluation Scores in the top 10% in one or more of the teaching activities to which they have contributed.

MRS Program Excellence in Classroom Teaching Award - 2019-20

Congratulations to Dr. Danielle Bentley on being awarded the MRS Program Excellence in Classroom Teaching Award! This award recognizes course instructors of core curriculum and discipline specific courses in the UT/TMI Medical Radiation Sciences Undergraduate Program. 

MD Program Teaching Excellence Award - 2019-20

Congratulations to Dr. Danielle Bentley on being awarded the Teaching Excellence Award from the Faculty of Medicine! This award recognizes faculty, residents, graduate student teachers and clinicians in the MD Program that have attained Teaching Evaluation Scores in the top 10% in one or more of the teaching activities to which they have contributed. 

Queen's School of Rehabilitation Therapy Distinguished Alumni Award in Physical Therapy - August 2019  

Congratulations to Dr. Judi Laprade on being awarded the Queen's School of Rehabilitation Therapy Distinguished Alumni Award in Physical Therapy! The award is given on the basis of the graduate's exceptional contributions to their chosen profession/field and/or their community.  

The Class of 8T9 Medical Alumni Award - 2019

Congratulations to Professor Barbara (Dee) Ballyk on being awarded the Medical Alumni Award by the Class of 8T9! Annually, one recipient is chosen by the graduating MD class for “acting as a role model, for displaying outstanding compassion, understanding and guidance to undergraduate medical students.”

Lister Prize - May 2019

Congratulations to Dr. Cindi Morshead on being awarded the Lister Prize. The Lister Prize is awarded to an investigator who has shown outstanding and continuing productivity of international stature as evidenced by research publications, grants held, students trained and other evidence of stature of the work produced.
 

Faculty of Medicine Graduate Teaching Award 2018 - 2019
Mid-Career Excellence in Graduate Teaching and Mentorship

Congratulations to Cindi Morshead on being awarded the Mid-Career Excellence in Graduate Teaching and Mentorship Award.  This is one of three annual graduate faculty teaching awards to honour and celebrate outstanding contributions to graduate education.  Candidates are nominated by their Graduate Unit through a student (or recent graduate) -initiated process and the awards are adjudicated by the Faculty of Medicine Graduate Awards Committee consisting of faculty and graduate students. 

W.T. Aikins Award

Congratulations to Professor Barbara (Dee) Ballyk. She is the recipient of the 2017 W.T. Aikins Award, the Faculty of Medicine’s “most prestigious award for sustained commitment to, and excellence in, undergraduate teaching” in the M.D. Program. This award came in the category of Teaching Performance, Large Group. Professor Ballyk was nominated for this award by first-year medical students.

Also in 2017, the graduating medical class chose her to receive the Pre-clinical Dr. E. Mary Hollington Teaching Award for having “taught with distinction in the preclinical or basic science portion of the curriculum”. Congratulations, Dee!

University of Toronto Community of Champions [Recognition for the FEAT program embedded in the Kinesiology Anatomy Course] - 2017

Congratulations to Dr. Judi Laprade! Community of Champions is a campus recognition program for those individuals who use strategies and approaches that support all students, especially those who experience marginalization and underrepresentation at U of T. 

Faculty Members Receive Teaching Awards-2015

Congratulations to the following faculty members who were honored this year with teaching awards:

Dr. Mike Wiley was awarded the Dr. Mary Hollington Award for 2015.  The graduating class selected him as the "faculty member who has taught with distinction in the pre-clinical or basic science portion of the curriculum".

Drs. Dee Ballyk and David Chan received the W.T. Aikins Award for Excellence in Course/Program Development.   The Award is the most prestigious Faculty award for commitment to, and excellence in, undergraduate medical education.  Both instructors were praised for their teaching, organization and commitment and "their ability to take a good course and make it great". 

Dr. Mike Wiley was awarded the Harry Whittaker Memorial Teaching Award in the Faculty of Medicine in 2012.  The award is decided upon annually by the students of the first year medical class and awarded to a lecturer, demonstrator or tutor who gave encouragement and displayed genuine concern for student well-being and, through personal commitment to quality teaching, provided practical and clear insights in the basic sciences during the first year of the undergraduate medical program.

Dr. Ian Taylor was the recipient of the Dr. E. Mary Hollington Pre-Clinical Teaching Award. The Dr. Mary Hollington Excellence in Pre‐clinical Teaching
This award is presented to a teacher who has demonstrated excellence in the preclinical undergraduate medical education curriculum. The winner of this award is selected by the fourth year students.

Dr. Hong Sun received a grant from the Canadian Foundation for Innovation entitled "Cellular and molecular mechanisms of stroke in diabetes and its potential therapeutic treatments".  

Dr. Paulo Koeberle was awarded funding from two highly competitive national funding agencies for his work on neural regeneration and repair.  He received a 5 year CIHR grant entitled "Focal adhesion kinase:  a pivotal role in CNS apoptosis and regeneration"  and a 5 year NSERC grant " Molecular interactions that modulate P13 kinase and MAP kinase pathways during apoptosis".

Dr. Cindi Morshead has received the Excellence in Undergraduate Teaching in the Life Sciences 2015-2016 Award, as part of the Undergraduate Faculty Teaching Awards. This award recognizes sustained excellence in teaching, coordination and/or development of undergraduate lecture or seminar courses in Arts and Science offered by the Basic Science Departments in the Faculty of Medicine.

Department of Physical Therapy Team Award 2015-16
Anatomy Lab (Unit 8) Team
Anne Agur, Mary Chang, Miriam Granek, Carol Heck, Judi Laprade, Teresa Wesolowski

Job Opportunities

Division of Anatomy, Department of Surgery
Faculty of Medicine
Teaching Assistant Positions

The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission. The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities. If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact uoft.careers@utoronto.ca. During employment, to request accommodation from the University, contact the supervisor or department chair and/or Health & Wellbeing Programs & Services at hwb@utoronto.ca. For more information about accommodations at U of T, please visit our Accommodation webpage.

The hiring criteria for Teaching Assistant positions are academic qualifications, the need to acquire experience, previous experience and previous satisfactory employment under the provisions of this Collective Agreement.

Candidates who are members of Indigenous, Black, racialized and LGBTQ2S+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity seeking groups are encouraged to apply, and their lived experience shall be taken into consideration as applicable to the position.

The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons / persons of colour, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.

These jobs are posted in accordance with the CUPE 3902 Unit 1 Collective Agreement.

The position(s) posted below is (are) tentative, pending final course determinations and enrolments.

Positions posted here are open to Graduate Students in the School of Graduate Studies, Postdoctoral Fellows and Undergraduate Students in the University of Toronto.

Preference in hiring shall be given to Graduate Students enrolled in the School of Graduate Studies of the University of Toronto or those who have made application to be enrolled in the School of Graduate Studies of the University of Toronto.


Job Posting – Teaching Assistant Position

Winter Term 2024 (January - April)

Posted on October 2, 2023

The Division of Anatomy, Department of Surgery seeks up to 1 Teaching Assistant for the following course:

LMP2211H – ADVANCED ANATOMY DISSECTION

A half year course covering a regional approach to study the human body with correlation to its clinical application. Topics will expand general core knowledge of the human body, focusing on gross anatomy of organs, muscles, nerves, and blood vessels - structure and basic function. Pertinent clinical pathologies are also presented. This course serves as the foundational anatomy for the Pathologists’ Assistant graduate program.

Qualifications

Successful completion of a full body dissection course at the University of Toronto or equivalent is required. An academic background in anatomical studies (all organ systems) at the graduate level or equivalent is an asset. Familiarity with online learning via QUERCUS required.

Duties:

 

  • Basic Training / Attendance at Meeting with Course Instructor

  • Facilitating In-Person Group Dissections

  • Marking of Written Laboratory Exams

  • Marking of Assignments

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

Hours of work: 50.5 hours 

Estimated Course Enrolment: 5 students

Rate of Pay: UG/SGS I/II - $47.64 per hour + 4% vacation pay

Application Process

Applicants should submit a cover letter, C.V. (including statement of teaching experience), and a list of references by October 31st, 2023. Applications should be sent to:

Dr. Kristina Lisk

Division of Anatomy, Department of Surgery
Temerty Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto
1 King's College Circle
Medical Sciences Building, Rm 1185
University of Toronto
Toronto, Ontario M5S 1A8

E-Mail: kristina.lisk@utoronto.ca


Job Posting – Teaching Assistant Position

Fall & Winter Terms 2023-24 (September - April)

Posted on June 16, 2023

The Anatomy Division seeks up to 3 Teaching Assistants for the following course:

DENS106Y – DENTAL ANATOMY

A full year course covering an overview of all organ systems, with a detailed review of the head and neck regions.

Qualifications

An academic background in anatomical studies (all organ systems) at the graduate level (or equivalent) with a detailed knowledge of the head and neck region, particularly with respect to dissections is preferred.  Experience in teaching anatomical material to dental students and/or having relevant clinical experience in dentistry a plus.

Relevant Criterion

Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.

Duties:

 

  • Leading 2 lab sessions per week (could be either in-person or online)
  • Marking lab quizzes and/or assignments
  • Exam and/or quiz invigilation
  • Assistance with online duties for instruction/lab

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

Hours of work: 155 hours per TA (average 5-6 hours per week)

Estimated Course Enrolment: 96 students

Rate of Pay: UG/SGS I/II - $47.64 per hour + 4% vacation pay

Application Process

Applicants should submit a cover letter, C.V. (including previous teaching evaluations (if applicable), and a list of references by July 16, 2023. Applications should be sent to:

Dr Judi Laprade

1 Kings College Circle

Anatomy Division (room 1184)

Medical Sciences Building

University of Toronto

M5A 1S3

E-Mail: judi.laprade@utoronto.ca


Job Posting – Teaching Assistant Position

Fall Term 2023 (September - December)

Posted on June 16, 2023

The Anatomy Division seeks up to 2 Teaching Assistants for the following course:

MRS159/ANAT110 – ANATOMY FOR MEDICAL RADIATION SCIENCES

This course is an introductory course designed to serve as the foundation in Human Anatomy for students in the Medical Radiation Sciences program. The course will introduce learners to the components of the human body, relationships of the surface anatomy and the body's internal components and discuss the basic function of these components. The course will encompass a regional approach to study the human body with correlation to its clinical application. Anatomy for MRS will also serve to prepare learners for ANRD121/ MRS164H1 (Relational Anatomy).

Qualifications

Previous completion of a full-year Human Anatomy course, with a laboratory.

Previous experience as a laboratory TA preferred.

Previous experience with online/virtual/remote instruction preferred.

Relevant Criterion

Completion of an human anatomy course is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.

Duties:

 

  • Attendance at Meeting with Course Instructor
  • Preparation and Instruction of Virtual Review Sessions and Virtual Q&A Sessions
  • Marking of Course Assessments (i.e. in-class case studies, written term tests, final exam)

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

Hours of work: 53 hours per TA

Estimated Course Enrolment: approx. 300 students

Rate of Pay: UG/SGS I/II - $47.64 per hour +4% vacation pay

Application Process

Please submit CV and cover letter (including statement of teaching experience(s) and previous evaluations (if applicable) to Dr. Danielle Bentley. Applications should be sent to (email preferred):

Dr Danielle Bentley

1 Kings College Circle

Anatomy Division (room 1180)

Medical Sciences Building

University of Toronto

M5A 1S3

E-Mail: danielle.bentley@utoronto.ca


Job Posting – Teaching Assistant Position

Fall - Winter Terms 2023-24 (September 1, 2023 - May 31, 2024)

Posted on June 16, 2023

The Division of Anatomy, Department of Surgery seeks approximately 3 Teaching Assistants for the following course:

MED100H, MED120H, MED130H – Introduction to Medicine; Concepts, Patients and Communities-1; Concepts, Patients and Communities-2

Qualifications

Successful completion of a practical course in human gross anatomy at the University of Toronto or equivalent is required.

Experience in human cadaveric dissection is an asset.

Experience teaching practical human gross anatomy is an asset.

An MD Degree, completed or in progress, from the University of Toronto or equivalent is an asset.

Relevant Criterion

Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.

Duties:

 

  • Basic Training / Attendance at Onboarding meeting with Course Director
  • Leading in-person, hands-on, human anatomy laboratories that focus on the gross anatomy of the head and neck, thorax, abdomen, pelvis, and perineum.
  • Demonstrating dissection of human cadavers.
  • Demonstrating gross anatomy using models, bones, and human cadaveric prosections.
  • Meeting with the Course Director prior to every in-person laboratory.
  • Participating in TA training sessions.

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

Hours of work: approx. 83 hours per TA

Estimated Course Enrolment: 260 students

Rate of Pay: UG/SGS I/II - $47.64 per hour (+ vacation pay)

Application Process

Applicants should submit a cover letter, C.V. including previous teaching evaluations, if applicable by July 16, 2023. Applications should be sent via email to:

D.C. Bentley, Ph.D., Assistant Professor, Teaching Stream

Medical Science Building, MS1180

University of Toronto

1 King’s College Circle

Toronto, Ontario M5S 1A8

E-Mail: danielle.bentley@utoronto.ca


Job Posting – Teaching Assistant Position

Winter Term 2024 (January - April)

Posted on June 16, 2023

The Anatomy Division seeks up to 2 Teaching Assistants for the following course:

ANA301 – HUMAN EMBRIOLOGY

A half year course covering topics from fertilization to the end of the fetal period. Current concepts in mammalian morphogenesis applied to the development of the various organ systems; etiologies and pathogenesis of some of the more common human congenital abnormalities.

Qualifications

An academic background in embryology (preferably completion of ANA301 or equivalent). Experience in teaching to undergraduate students and/or having relevant clinical embryology experience is a plus.

Relevant Criterion

Completion of an embryology course is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.

Duties:

 

  • Marking term tests and/or assignments
  • Term test invigilation
  • Creation of weekly review videos
  • Facilitating online and/or in-person group discussions
  • Assistance with online course learning management system (QUERCUS)

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

Hours of work: approx. 43 hours per TA

Estimated Course Enrolment: approx. 300 students

Rate of Pay: UG/SGS I/II - $47.64 per hour + 4% vacation pay

Application Process

Please submit CV and cover letter (including statement of teaching experience(s) and previous evaluations (if applicable) to Dr. Danielle Bentley. Applications should be sent to (email preferred):

Dr. Danielle Bentley

1 King's College Circle

Anatomy Division (room 1180)

Medical Sciences Building

University of Toronto

M5A 1A8

E-Mail: danielle.bentley@utoronto.ca


Job Posting – Teaching Assistant Position

Fall Terms 2023 (September - December)

Posted on June 16, 2023

The Anatomy Division is seeking 2 Teaching Assistants for the following course:

MSC1001YF – HUMAN ANATOMY 

Gross anatomy of the human body taught using a regional approach. The main component of the course is the dissection laboratories, involving human dissection. Anatomical structure and function is emphasized. The students will develop an integrated understanding of the spatial and functional interrelationships of the structures forming the human body.

Qualifications

Applicants will be expected to have successfully completed one year of teaching a full body dissection course in Human Gross Anatomy

Duties:

  • Supervise student dissections.
  • Teach surface anatomy, osteology, and clinical application.
  • Attendance at Meeting with Course Instructor
  • Test invigilation

Hours of work: 105.5 hours

Estimated Course Enrolment: approx. 20

Rate of Pay: UG/SGS I/II - $47.64 per hour + 4% vacation pay

Application Process

Please submit CV and cover letter (including statement of teaching experience(s) and previous evaluations (if applicable) to Dr. Anne Agur. Applications should be email to:

Dr. Anne Agur

E-Mail: d.ballyk@utoronto.ca


Job Posting – Teaching Assistant Position

Fall - Winter Terms 2023-24 (September 1, 2023 - April 30, 2024)

Posted on June 1, 2023

The Division of Anatomy, Department of Surgery seeks approximately 1 Teaching Assistant for the following course:

ANA300F – HUMAN ANATOMY AND HISTOLOGY

Structure of the human body and its relationship to function. Basic human histology, gross anatomy and neuroanatomy.

Qualifications

Successful completion of an undergraduate course or courses in human gross anatomy, histology and neuroanatomy at the University of Toronto or equivalent is required. Experience teaching human gross anatomy, histology, and neuroanatomy is an asset.

Relevant Criterion

Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.

Duties:

 

  • Leading in-person, hands-on, practical sessions on human gross anatomy and neuroanatomy.
  • Demonstrating human gross anatomy and neuroanatomy using models, bones and human plastinated cadaveric prosections.
  • Leading virtual workshops on human histology.
  • Preparing for all sessions.
  • Setting up, invigilating and tearing down 6 in-person tests over the course of the academic year, 3 per term.
  • Marking a portion of each of 2 practical lab tests, 1 per term.
  • Meeting with the Course Director prior to the start of the course and for a Midcourse Review.
  • Participating in TA training sessions.

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

Hours of work: approx. approx. 70 hours per TA

Estimated Course Enrolment: 400 students

Rate of Pay: UG/SGS I/II - $47.64 per hour (+ vacation pay)

Application Process

Applicants should submit a cover letter, C.V. including previous teaching evaluations, if applicable by June 25th, 2023. Applications should be sent via email to:

B. A. Ballyk, Ph.D., Associate Professor, Teaching Stream

Course Director, ANA200F

Medical Sciences Building, MS1160

University of Toronto

1 King's College Circle

Toronto, Ontario M5A 1A8

E-Mail: d.ballyk@utoronto.ca


Job Posting – Teaching Assistant Position

Fall Term 2023 (September 1 - December 20, 2023)

Posted on June 1, 2023

The Division of Anatomy, Department of Surgery seeks approximately 2 Teaching Assistants for the following course:

ANA200F – HUMAN VISCERAL ANATOMY 

This course introduces students to the gross anatomy of human visceral systems.

Qualifications

Successful completion of an undergraduate course or courses in human gross anatomy, histology and neuroanatomy at the University of Toronto or equivalent is required. Experience teaching human gross anatomy, histology, and neuroanatomy is an asset.

Duties:

  • Leading in-person, hands-on, practical sessions on human histology, gross anatomy and neuroanatomy.
  • Demonstrating human histology, gross anatomy and neuroanatomy using images, models, bones and human plastinated cadaveric prosections.
  • Meeting with the Course Director prior to every teaching session.
  • Assisting with the set up of 3 lab tests.
  • Invigilating 3 in-person tests.
  • Marking a portion of each of 3 practical lab tests and transcribing grades.
  • Meeting with the Course Director prior to the start of the course and for a midcourse review.
  • Participating in TA training sessions.

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

Hours of work: approx. approx. 43 hours per TA

Estimated Course Enrolment: 60 students

Rate of Pay: UG/SGS I/II - $47.64 per hour (+ vacation pay)

Application Process

Applicants should submit a cover letter, C.V. including previous teaching evaluations, if applicable by June 25th, 2023. Applications should be sent via email to:

B. A. Ballyk, Ph.D., Associate Professor, Teaching Stream

Course Director, ANA200F

Medical Sciences Building, MS1160

University of Toronto

1 King's College Circle

Toronto, Ontario M5A 1A8

E-Mail: d.ballyk@utoronto.ca


Job Posting – Teaching Assistant Position

Winter Term 2023 (January - April)

Posted on December 26, 2022

The Division of Anatomy, Department of Surgery seeks up to 1 Teaching Assistant for the following course:

LMP2211H – ADVANCED ANATOMY DISSECTION

A half year course covering a regional approach to study the human body with correlation to its clinical application. Topics will expand general core knowledge of the human body, focusing on gross anatomy of organs, muscles, nerves, and blood vessels - structure and basic function. Pertinent clinical pathologies are also presented. This course serves as the foundational anatomy for the Pathologists’ Assistant graduate program.

Qualifications

Previous experience in Anatomy Dissection required, preferably completion of ANA400H. Familiarity with online learning via QUERCUS required.

Duties:

  • Basic Training / Attendance at Meeting with Course Instructor
  • Facilitating In-Person Group Dissections
  • Marking of Written Laboratory Exams
  • Marking of Written Laboratory Exams

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

Hours of work: approx. 51.5 hours

Estimated Course Enrolment: 6 students

Rate of Pay: UG/SGS I/II - $47.64 per hour + 4% vacation pay

Application Process

Applicants should submit a cover letter, C.V. (including statement of teaching experience), and a list of references by January 6, 2023. Applications should be sent to:

Dr. Danielle Bentley

Course Instructor

Anatomy Division

1 King's College Circle

Medical Sciences Building

University of Toronto

Toronto, Ontario M5A 1A8

E-Mail: danielle.bentley@utoronto.ca


Job Posting – Teaching Assistant Position

Fall Term 2022 (September - December)

Posted on July 14, 2022

The Division of Anatomy seeks up to 2 Teaching Assistants for the following course:

MRS159/ANAT110 – ANATOMY FOR MEDICAL RADIATION SCIENCES

A half year course covering a regional approach to study the human body with correlation to its clinical application. Topics will introduce components of the human body, relationships of the surface anatomy and the body's internal components and discuss the basic function of these components (including some histology). This course serves as an introductory foundation in Human Anatomy for students in the Medical Radiation Sciences program.

Qualifications

An academic background in gross anatomy and histology (preferably completion of ANA300Y1 or equivalent). Experience teaching undergraduate students (virtual and/or in person) is an asset.

Relevant Criterion

Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.

Duties:

  • Marking term tests and/or assignments
  • Invigilation of in-person final exam
  • Creation of weekly review videos
  • Facilitating online and/or in-person group discussions
  • Assistance with online course learning management system (QUERCUS)

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

Hours of work: approx. 53 hours per TA

Estimated Course Enrolment: 100 students

Rate of Pay: UG/SGS I/II - $47.17 per hour + 4% vacation pay

Application Process

Applicants should submit a cover letter, C.V. (including statement of teaching experience), and a list of references by August 5, 2022. Applications should be sent to:

Noor Al-Attar

Course Instructor, MRS159/ANAT110

Anatomy Division

1 King's College Circle

Medical Sciences Building

University of Toronto

Toronto, Ontario M5A 1A8

E-Mail: noor.al.attar@utoronto.ca  


Job Posting – Teaching Assistant Position

Winter Term 2023 (January - April)

Posted on July 12, 2022

The Division of Anatomy seeks up to 2 Teaching Assistants for the following course:

ANA301 – HUMAN EMBRYOLOGY

A half year course covering topics from fertilization to the end of the fetal period. Current concepts in mammalian morphogenesis applied to the development of the various organ systems; etiologies and pathogenesis of some of the more common human congenital abnormalities.

Qualifications

An academic background in embryology (preferably completion of ANA301 or equivalent). Experience in teaching to undergraduate students and/or having relevant clinical embryology experience is a plus.

Relevant Criterion

Completion of an embryology course is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.

Duties:

  • Marking term tests and/or assignments
  • Term test invigilation
  • Creation of weekly review videos
  • Facilitating online and/or in-person group discussions
  • Assistance with online course learning management system (QUERCUS)

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

Hours of work: approx. 43 hours per TA

Estimated Course Enrolment: 300 students

Rate of Pay: UG/SGS I/II - $47.17 per hour + 4% vacation pay

Application Process

Applicants should submit a cover letter, C.V. (including statement of teaching experience), and a list of references by August 2, 2022. Applications should be sent to:

Dr Danielle Bentley

1 Kings College Circle

Anatomy Division (room 1180)

Medical Sciences Building

University of Toronto

M5A 1S3

E-Mail: danielle.bentley@utoronto.ca


Job Posting – Teaching Assistant Position

Fall & Winter Terms 2022-2023 (September - April)

Posted on July 11, 2022

The Division of Anatomy seeks up to 5 Teaching Assistants for the following course:

DENS106Y – DENTAL ANATOMY

A full year course covering an overview of all organ systems, with a detailed review of the head and neck regions.

Qualifications

An academic background in anatomical studies (all organ systems) at the graduate level (or equivalent) with a detailed knowledge of the head and neck region, particularly with respect to dissections is preferred.  Experience in teaching anatomical material to dental students and/or having relevant clinical experience in dentistry a plus.

Relevant Criterion

Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.

Duties:

  • Leading 2 lab sessions per week (could be either in-person or online)
  • Marking lab quizzes and/or assignments
  • Exam and/or quiz invigilation
  • Assistance with online duties for instruction/lab

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

Hours of work: approx. 155 hours per TA (average of 5-6 hours per week)

Estimated Course Enrolment: 96 students

Rate of Pay: UG/SGS I/II - $47.17 per hour + 4% vacation pay

Application Process

Applicants should submit a cover letter, C.V. (including previous teaching evaluations (if applicable), and a list of references by August 2, 2022. Applications should be sent to:

Dr Judi Laprade

1 Kings College Circle

Anatomy Division (room 1184)

Medical Sciences Building

University of Toronto

M5A 1S3

E-Mail: judi.laprade@utoronto.ca


Job Posting – Teaching Assistant Position

Fall Term 2022 (September 1, 2022 - October 31, 2022)

Posted on June 22, 2022

The Division of Anatomy seeks approximately 2 Teaching Assistants for the following course:

MED200H –Concepts, Patients and Communities-3

 

Qualifications

  • Successful completion of a practical course in human neuroanatomy at the University of Toronto or equivalent is required.
  • Experience in human cadaveric dissection is an asset.
  • Experience teaching practical human neuroanatomy is an asset.
  • Experience teaching clinical neuroanatomy is an asset.
  • An MD Degree, completed or in progress, from the University of Toronto or equivalent is an asset.

Relevant Criterion

Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.

Duties:

• Leading in-person, hands-on, human neuroanatomy laboratories.

• Demonstrating neuroanatomy using models, bones and human cadaveric specimens.

• Meeting with the Course Director prior to every in-person laboratory.

• Leading virtual clinical problem-solving workshops.

• Preparing for virtual clinical problem-solving workshops.

• Participating in TA training sessions.

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

Hours of work: approx. 30 hours per TA

Estimated Course Enrolment: 260 students

Rate of Pay: UG/SGS I/II - $47.17/hour (+ vacation pay)

Application Process

Applicants should submit a cover letter and C.V. including previous teaching evaluations (if applicable) by July 22, 2022. Applications should be sent via email to:

B. A. Ballyk, Ph.D., Associate Professor, Teaching Stream

Course Director, ANA300Y

Medical Science Building, MS1160

University of Toronto

I King’s College Circle

Toronto, Ontario M5S 1A8

E-Mail: d.ballyk@utoronto.ca


Job Posting – Teaching Assistant Position

Fall Term 2022 (August 15, 2022 - September 31, 2022)

Posted on June 22, 2022

The Division of Anatomy seeks approximately 2 Teaching Assistants for the following course:

MED200H – Concepts, Patients and Communities-3

 

Qualifications

  • Successful completion of a practical course in human gross anatomy at the University of Toronto or equivalent is required.
  • Experience in human cadaveric dissection is an asset.
  • Experience teaching practical human musculoskeletal anatomy is an asset.
  • An MD Degree, completed or in progress, from the University of Toronto or equivalent is an asset.

Relevant Criterion

Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.

Duties:

• Leading in-person, hands-on, human anatomy laboratories that focus on the gross anatomy of the upper and lower limbs.

• Demonstrating musculoskeletal anatomy using models, bones and human cadaveric prosections.

• Meeting with the Course Director prior to every in-person laboratory.

• Participating in TA training sessions.

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

Hours of work: approx. 21 hours per TA

Estimated Course Enrolment: 260 students

Rate of Pay: UG/SGS I/II - $47.17/hour (+ vacation pay)

Application Process

Applicants should submit a cover letter and C.V. including previous teaching evaluations (if applicable) by July 22, 2022. Applications should be sent via email to:
B. A. Ballyk, Ph.D., Associate Professor, Teaching Stream

Course Director, ANA300Y

Medical Science Building, MS1160

University of Toronto

I King’s College Circle

Toronto, Ontario M5S 1A8

E-Mail: d.ballyk@utoronto.ca


Job Posting – Teaching Assistant Position

Fall - Winter Terms 2022-2023 (September 1, 2022 - May 31, 2023)

Posted on June 22, 2022

The Division of Anatomy seeks approximately 5 Teaching Assistants for the following course:

MED100H, MED120H, MED130H – Introduction to Medicine; Concepts, Patients and Communities-1; Concepts, Patients and Communities-2

 

Qualifications

  • Successful completion of a practical course in human gross anatomy at the University of Toronto or equivalent is required.
  • Experience in human cadaveric dissection is an asset.
  • Experience teaching practical human gross anatomy is an asset.
  • An MD Degree, completed or in progress, from the University of Toronto or equivalent is an asset.

Relevant Criterion

Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.

Duties:

• Leading in-person, hands-on, human anatomy laboratories that focus on the gross anatomy of the head and neck, thorax, abdomen, pelvis and perineum.

• Demonstrating dissection of human cadavers.

• Demonstrating gross anatomy using models, bones and human cadaveric prosections.

• Meeting with the Course Director prior to every in-person laboratory.

• Participating in TA training sessions.

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

Hours of work: approx. 83 hours per TA

Estimated Course Enrolment: 260 students

Rate of Pay: UG/SGS I/II - $47.17/hour (+ vacation pay)

Application Process

Applicants should submit a cover letter, C.V. including previous teaching evaluations, if applicable, by July 22, 2022. Applications should be sent via email to:

 
B. A. Ballyk, Ph.D., Associate Professor, Teaching Stream

Course Director, ANA300Y

Medical Science Building, MS1160

University of Toronto

I King’s College Circle

Toronto, Ontario M5S 1A8

E-Mail: d.ballyk@utoronto.ca


Job Posting – Teaching Assistant Position

Fall - Winter Terms 2022-2023 (September 1, 2022 - April 30, 2023)

Posted on June 22, 2022

The Division of Anatomy seeks up to 4 Teaching Assistants for the following course:

ANA300Y1Y – HUMAN ANATOMY AND HISTOLOGY

Structure of the human body and its relationship to function. Basic human histology, gross anatomy and neuroanatomy.

 

Qualifications

Successful completion of an undergraduate course or courses in human gross anatomy, histology and neuroanatomy at the University of Toronto or equivalent is required. Experience teaching human gross anatomy, histology, and neuroanatomy is an asset.

Relevant Criterion

Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.

Duties (identify if duties are to be other than in-person)

• Leading in-person, hands-on, practical sessions on human gross anatomy and neuroanatomy.

• Demonstrating human gross anatomy and neuroanatomy using models, bones and human plastinated cadaveric prosections.

• Leading virtual workshops on human histology.

• Preparing for all sessions.

• Setting up, invigilating and tearing down 6 in-person tests over the course of the academic year, 3 per term.

• Marking a portion of each of 2 practical lab tests, 1 per term.

• Meeting with the Course Director prior to the start of the course and for a Midcourse Review.

• Participating in TA training sessions.

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

Hours of work: approx. 70 hours per TA

Estimated Course Enrolment: 400 students

Rate of Pay: UG/SGS I/II - $47.17/hour (+ vacation pay)

Application Process

Applicants should submit a cover letter, C.V. including previous teaching evaluations, if applicable, by July 22, 2022. Applications should be sent via email to:

B. A. Ballyk, Ph.D., Associate Professor, Teaching Stream

Course Director, ANA300Y

Medical Science Building, MS1160

University of Toronto

I King’s College Circle

Toronto, Ontario M5S 1A8

E-Mail: d.ballyk@utoronto.ca

 


Job Posting – Teaching Assistant Position

Summer Term 2022 (May 1, 2022 - August 31, 2022)

Posted on February 23, 2022

The Division of Anatomy, Department of Surgery seeks approximately 1 Teaching Assistant for the following course:

ANA 300Y – HUMAN ANATOMY AND HISTOLOGY

Structure of the human body and its relationship to function. Basic human histology, gross anatomy and neuroanatomy.

 Qualifications

Successful completion of undergraduate courses in gross anatomy, histology and neuroanatomy at the University of Toronto or equivalent is required. Experience teaching gross anatomy, neuroanatomy and histology is an asset.

 Relevant Criterion

Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.

 Duties (identify if duties are to be other than in-person)

  • Leading a total of 20 hours of tutorials and laboratories, some virtual and some in-person.
  • Set-up, invigilation and tear-down of 6 in-person tests.
  • Marking a portion of each of 2 practical lab tests, 1 per term.

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

Hours of work: approx. 60 hours per TA

Estimated Course Enrolment: 110 students

Rate of Pay: UG/SGS I/II - $47.17/hour (+vacation pay)

 Application Process

Applicants should submit a cover letter, C.V. (including previous teaching evaluations (if applicable)), and a list of references by March 18, 2022 Applications should be sent to:

Kristina Lisk, Ph.D., Assistant Professor Teaching Stream
Course Director, ANA300Y
Medical Science Building, MS1193
University of Toronto
1 King’s College Circle
Toronto, Ontario M5S 1A8
E-Mail: kristina.lisk@utoronto.ca


Job Posting – Teaching Assistant Position

Winter Term 2021-2022 (January 2022 - May 2022)

Posted on October 26, 2021

The Division of Anatomy seeks up to 2 Teaching Assistants for the following course:

 ANA 301H – HUMAN EMBRYOLOGY

Human embryology from fertilization to the end of the fetal period. Current concepts in mammalian morphogenesis applied to the development of the various organ systems; etiologies and pathogenesis of some of the more common human congenital abnormalities.

 Qualifications

A strong academic background in embryology at either the undergraduate or graduate level is required. Please list all relevant courses successfully completed—for example, ANA 301H or MSC 1008—in your application. In addition, familiarity with Quercus and Zoom is preferred.

 Relevant Criterion

The need to acquire experience is the more relevant criterion than previous experience in respect of this posted position.

 Duties

  • Leading Online Q&As with the students and maintaining the course discussion board
  • Grading 3 terms tests, 1 assignment
  • Invigilating tests
  • Leading term test reviews

Duties of this position shall be performed both, at the campus on which the position is located and online.

 Hours of work (approx.): 43 hours per TA

Estimated Course Enrolment: 200

Rate of Pay: UG/SGS/I/II - $47.17 (+vacation pay).

 Application Process

Applicants should submit a cover letter, C.V. (including previous teaching evaluations (if applicable)), and a list of references by December 1, 2021 Applications should be sent to:

 ANA 301H Course Director
Tania Alexson, Ph.D., Assistant Professor, Teaching Stream
email: tania.alexson@utoronto.ca


Job Posting – Teaching Assistant Position

Winter Term 2021-22 (January 1, 2022 - April 30, 2022)

Posted on October 21, 2021

The Division of Anatomy, Department of Surgery seeks approximately 1 Teaching Assistant for the following course:

ANA420H1S – ANATOMY OF THE STEM CELL NICHE

This course introduces the anatomy and histology of stem cell niches in the adult and relates adult stem cells to organ function throughout the body. It is designed to build upon students’ knowledge of basic human anatomy and histology.

Qualifications

Successful completion of undergraduate courses in cell and molecular biology, anatomy/histology and/or stem cell biology. Experience teaching/performing research in the stem cell field is an asset.

Relevant Criterion

Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.

Duties (identify if duties are to be other than in-person)

  • Leading a total of no more than 22 hours of tutorials (2 hours per week) 
  • Preparing presentations on histological images prior to each tutorial
  • Marking exams
  • Invigilating exams
  • Meeting with course director prior to start of course (2 hour meeting)  

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

Hours of work: approx. 60 hours per TA (average of 5 hours per week)

Estimated Course Enrolment: >30 students

Rate of Pay: UG/SGS I/II - $47.17/hour (+ vacation pay)

Application Process

Applicants should submit a cover letter, C.V. (including previous teaching evaluations (if applicable)), and a list of references by Dec 1, 2021. Applications should be sent to:

Maryam Faiz, Ph.D., Assistant Professor
Course Director, ANA420
Medical Science Building, MS4262
University of Toronto
I King’s College Circle
Toronto, Ontario M5S 1A8
E-Mail: Maryam.faiz@utoronto.ca


Job Posting – Teaching Assistant Position

Fall Term 2021-22 (September - December)

Posted on July 28, 2021

The Division of Anatomy, Department of Surgery seeks approximately 1 Teaching Assistant for the following course:

PAP112 – Physician Assistant Program

Qualifications

Applicants will be expected to have completed training in neuroanatomy and anatomy.

Relevant Criterion

Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.

Duties (identify if duties are to be other than in-person)

  • Training, online tutorials, online laboratories, marking exams.

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

Hours of work: approx. 61 hours 

Estimated Course Enrolment: 110 students

Rate of Pay: UG/SGS I/II - $46.70/hour (+ vacation pay)

Application Process

Please submit a copy of your CV, highlighting any teaching experience by email to Prof. Paulo Koeberle at paulo.koeberle@utoronto.ca by August 6, 2021.

 

Job Posting – Teaching Assistant Position

Fall – Winter Terms 2021-22 (September 2021 - April 2022)

Posted on June 25, 2021

The Division of Anatomy, Department of Surgery seeks up to 2 Teaching Assistants for the following course:

DENS106Y – DENTAL ANATOMY

A full year course covering an overview of all organ systems, with a detailed review of the head and neck regions.

Qualifications

An academic background in anatomical studies (all organ systems) at the graduate level (or equivalent) with a detailed knowledge of the head and neck region, particularly with respect to dissections is preferred.  Experience in teaching anatomical material to dental students and/or having relevant clinical experience in dentistry a plus.

Relevant Criterion

Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.

Duties:

  • Leading 2 lab sessions per week (could be either in-person or online)
  • Marking lab quizzes and/or assignments
  • Exam and/or quiz invigilation
  • Assistance with online duties for instruction/lab

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

Hours of work: approx. 155 hours per TA (average of 5-6 hours per week)

Estimated Course Enrolment: 96 students

Rate of Pay: UG/SGS I/II - $46.70/hour (+ vacation pay)

Application Process

Applicants should submit a cover letter, C.V. (including previous teaching evaluations (if applicable)), and a list of references by July 30, 2021. Applications should be sent to:

Dr Judi Laprade

1 King’s College Circle
Anatomy Division (Room 1184)
Medical Science Building
University of Toronto
Toronto, ON, M5A 1S3

E-Mail: judi.laprade@utoronto.ca


Job Posting – Teaching Assistant Position

Fall – Winter Terms 2021-22 (September 1, 2021 – April 30, 2022)

Posted on June 23, 2021

The Division of Anatomy, Department of Surgery seeks approximately 4 Teaching Assistants for the following course:

ANA300Y1Y – HUMAN ANATOMY AND HISTOLOGY

Structure of the human body and its relationship to function. Basic human histology, gross anatomy and neuroanatomy.

Qualifications

Successful completion of undergraduate courses in gross anatomy, histology and neuroanatomy at the University of Toronto or equivalent is required. Experience teaching gross anatomy, neuroanatomy and histology is an asset.

Relevant Criterion

Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.

Duties (identify if duties are to be other than in-person)

  • Leading a total of 24 hours of tutorials and laboratories, some virtual and some in-person.
  • Set-up, invigilation and tear-down of 6 in-person tests over the course of the academic year, 3 per term.
  • Marking a portion of each of 2 practical lab tests, 1 per term.

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

Hours of work: approx. 60 hours per TA (average of 10 hours per week)

Estimated Course Enrolment: 400 students

Rate of Pay: UG/SGS I/II - $46.70/hour (+ vacation pay)

Application Process

Applicants should submit a cover letter, C.V. (including previous teaching evaluations (if applicable)), and a list of references by July 19, 2021. Applications should be sent to:

B. A. Ballyk, Ph.D., Associate Professor, Teaching Stream

Course Director, ANA300Y
Medical Science Building, MS1160
University of Toronto
1 King’s College Circle
Toronto, Ontario M5S 1A8

E-Mail: d.ballyk@utoronto.ca


Job Posting – Teaching Assistant Position

Fall / Winter Term 2021-22 (September 1, 2021 – April 30, 2022)

Posted on June 23, 2021

The Division of Anatomy, Department of Surgery seeks approximately 4 Teaching Assistants for the following course:

MED100H – Introduction to Medicine

Qualifications

Successful completion of a practical course in gross anatomy at the University of Toronto or equivalent is required. Experience in human cadaveric dissection is an asset. Experience teaching practical anatomy is an asset. An MD Degree from the University of Toronto or equivalent is an asset.

Relevant Criterion

Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.

Duties (identify if duties are to be other than in-person)

  • Leading virtual tutorials and in-person laboratories.
  • Marking a portion of two practical lab test.
  • Attending pre-lab meetings with supervisor

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

Hours of work: approx. 118 hours per TA

Estimated Course Enrolment: 260 students

Rate of Pay: UG/SGS I/II - $46.70/hour (+ vacation pay)

Application Process

Applicants should submit a cover letter, C.V. (including previous teaching evaluations (if applicable)), and a list of references by July 19, 2021. Applications should be sent to:

B. A. Ballyk, Ph.D., Associate Professor, Teaching Stream

Anatomy Theme Lead, Foundations Curriculum, MD Program
Medical Science Building, MS1160
University of Toronto
1 King’s College Circle
Toronto, Ontario M5S 1A8

E-Mail: d.ballyk@utoronto.ca


Job Posting – Teaching Assistant Position

Fall Term 2021 (September 1 – 30, 2021)

Posted on June 23, 2021

The Division of Anatomy, Department of Surgery seeks approximately 3 Teaching Assistants for the following course:

MED200H – Concepts, Patients and Communities

Qualifications

Successful completion of a practical course in gross anatomy at the University of Toronto or equivalent is required.

Experience in human cadaveric dissection is an asset. Experience teaching practical musculoskeletal anatomy is an asset. An MD Degree from the University of Toronto or equivalent is an asset.

Relevant Criterion

Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.

Duties (identify if duties are to be other than in-person)

  • Leading virtual tutorials and in-person laboratories.
  • Marking a portion of one practical lab test.

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

Hours of work: approx. 26 hours per TA

Estimated Course Enrolment: 260 students

Rate of Pay: UG/SGS I/II - $46.70/hour (+ vacation pay)

Application Process

Applicants should submit a cover letter, C.V. (including previous teaching evaluations (if applicable)), and a list of references by July 19, 2021. Applications should be sent to:

B. A. Ballyk, Ph.D., Associate Professor, Teaching Stream

Anatomy Theme Lead, Foundations Curriculum, MD Program
Medical Science Building, MS1160
University of Toronto
1 King’s College Circle
Toronto, Ontario M5S 1A8

E-Mail: d.ballyk@utoronto.ca


Job Posting – Teaching Assistant Position

Fall Term 2021 (September 1 – October 31, 2021)

Posted on June 18, 2021.

The Division of Anatomy, Department of Surgery seeks approximately 2 Teaching Assistants for the following course:

MED200H – Concepts, Patients and Communities

Qualifications

Successful completion of a practical course in neuroanatomy at the University of Toronto or equivalent is required. Experience in human brain dissection is an asset. Experience teaching practical neuroanatomy is an asset. An MD Degree from the University of Toronto or equivalent is an asset.

Relevant Criterion

Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.

Duties (identify if duties are to be other than in-person)

  • Leading virtual tutorials and in-person laboratories.
  • Marking a portion of one practical lab test.

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

Hours of work: approx. 33 hours per TA

Estimated Course Enrolment: 260 students

Rate of Pay: UG/SGS I/II - $46.70/hour (+ vacation pay)

Application Process

Applicants should submit a cover letter, C.V. (including previous teaching evaluations (if applicable)), and a list of references by July 19, 2021. Applications should be sent to:

B. A. Ballyk, Ph.D., Associate Professor, Teaching Stream

Anatomy Theme Lead, Foundations Curriculum, MD Program
Medical Science Building, MS1160
University of Toronto
1 King’s College Circle
Toronto, Ontario M5S 1A8

E-Mail: d.ballyk@utoronto.ca


Job Posting – Teaching Assistant Position

Fall Term 2021 (September 1 – December 31, 2021)

Posted on June 23, 2021

The Division of Anatomy, Department of Surgery seeks approximately 2 Teaching Assistants for the following course:

MSC1001YF – Human Anatomy

Qualifications

Applicants will be expected to have successfully completed one year of teaching a full body dissection course in Gross Anatomy.

Relevant Criterion

Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.

Duties (identify if duties are to be other than in-person)

Supervise student dissections, teach surface anatomy osteology and clinical application, attendance at meeting with Course Supervisor, invigilating examination.

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

Hours of work: approx. 108.5 hours per TA

Estimated Course Enrolment: 24 students

Rate of Pay: UG/SGS I/II - $46.70/hour (+ vacation pay)

Application Process

Please submit a copy of your CV, highlighting any teaching experience by email to Prof. Anne Agur at anne.agur@utoronto.ca by July 19, 2021.


Division of Anatomy, Department of Surgery
Faculty of Medicine
Continuously-Posted Notice

HOW TO SUBMIT AN APPLICATION

The Department of Anatomy in the Faculty of Medicine may hire Sessional Lecturers to deliver some of the courses offered to undergraduate and professional programs. Specific courses will be posted on the Departmental website at: http://anatomy.utoronto.ca/. To be considered for a position, a CUPE 3902 Unit 3 application form available at http://forms.hrandequity.utoronto.ca/#recruitment and Curriculum Vitae must be submitted to:

Cindi Morshead, PhD
Professor and Chair, Division of Anatomy
Medical Sciences Building
1 King’s College Circle – Room 1156
Toronto, Ontario
M5S 1A8

E-mail: anatomy.chair@utoronto.ca

N.B. All applicants must have a valid e-mail address on their application.

GENERAL INFORMATION

Hiring decisions for courses offered during the Winter Session (September-April) are usually made in the preceding February-June period. For summer courses (May-August), hiring decisions are usually made in the preceding December-February period. However, some decisions may be made earlier or later than these time frames, depending on circumstances. Unexpected vacancies may arise at any time.

Applications will be retained for twenty-four (24) months. Persons who submit applications and CVs will receive emailed job postings for specific positions for the subsequent twenty-four (24) months.

This notice is posted pursuant to the CUPE Local 3902 Unit 3 Collective Agreement. Please note that in accordance with that agreement, preference in hiring is given to qualified persons holding the rank of Sessional Lecturer II.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.


Sessional Lecturers

2023-2024

The following jobs are posted in accordance with CUPE 3902 Unit 3 Collective Agreement.

Please note:  Undergraduate or graduate students and post-doctoral fellows of the University of Toronto are covered by the CUPE 3902 Unit 1 collective agreement rather than the Unit 3 collective agreement, and should not apply for positions posted under the Unit 3 collective agreement.

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

Effective Date:  May 15, 2023

Closing Date:     August 15, 2023

Applicants should submit the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 application form available at http://forms.hrandequity.utoronto.ca/#recruitment along with teaching evaluations if available, a current C.V., and the names and contact information for 3 references to:

Cindi Morshead, PhD
Professor and Chair, Division of Anatomy
Medical Sciences Building
1 King’s College Circle – Room 1156
Toronto, Ontario
M5S 1A8

anatomy.chair@utoronto.ca

Applications and CVs must be submitted via e-mail.

All applicants must include a valid e-mail address on their application.

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

Course #:

 

ANA420H1

Title:

 

Anatomy of the Stem Cell Niche

Schedule:

Wednesday 10:00-12:00pm 

Friday 10:00-12:00pm

 

Description:

 

ANA420 is an upper level course designed to introduce the anatomy and histology of adult stem cell niches. An understanding of the relationship between adult stem cells and organ function will be explored. The course will incorporate basic histology to facilitate an understanding of stem cell biology.

 

Estimated Course Enrolment:

 

30 students

Estimated TA Support:

 

 

1

 

Sessional date of Appointment:

 

January 1 – May 1, 2024

Salary:

 

 

            Sessional Lecturers I                        - $9,457.90

            Sessional Lecturers I (Long Term)  -  $9,939.79

            Sessional Lecturers II                       -  $10,121.77

            Sessional Lecturers III                      - $10,362.76

 

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.

 

Qualification:

 

  • PhD in stem cell biology or related field
  • Knowledge of anatomy and histology
  • Teaching experience at the university level required
  • Demonstrated evidence of teaching excellence and mastery of the subject area is preferred.
  • Demonstrated evidence of teaching excellence in online format is an asset.
  • Previous experience in teaching a similar course is highly preferred.

 

Duties:

 

Preparation and delivery of course material (lectures, labs and tutorials); preparation and delivery of tests, final examinations; supervision of teaching assistants; marking of student work, submission of grades, dealing with student enquiries, appeals and petitions and student contact hours.

 

 

Effective Date:  May 10, 2023

Closing Date:     June 10, 2023

Applicants should submit the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 application form available at http://forms.hrandequity.utoronto.ca/#recruitment along with teaching evaluations if available, a current C.V., and the names and contact information for 3 references to:

Cindi Morshead, PhD
Professor and Chair, Division of Anatomy
Medical Sciences Building
1 King’s College Circle – Room 1156
Toronto, Ontario
M5S 1A8

anatomy.chair@utoronto.ca

Applications and CVs must be submitted via e-mail.

All applicants must include a valid e-mail address on their application.

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

Course #:

 

ANAT110/MRS159

Title:

 

Anatomy for Medical Radiation Sciences

Schedule:

Mondays 1:00-3:00pm

Wednesday 1:00-3:00pm 

Course delivery is planned as a combination of in-person and virtual lectures. Details of which will be discussed with the successful candidate. All evaluations are in-person

Description:

 

This course is an introductory course designed to serve as the foundation in Human Anatomy for students in the Medical Radiation Sciences program. The course will introduce learners to the components of the human body, relationships of the surface anatomy and the body's internal components and discuss the basic function of these components. The course will encompass a regional approach to study the human body with correlation to its clinical application. Anatomy for MRS will also serve to prepare learners for ANRD121/ MRS164H1 (Relational Anatomy).

 

Estimated Course Enrolment:

 

100 students

Estimated TA Support:

 

 

2

 

Sessional date of Appointment:

 

September 1 – December 20, 2023

Salary:

 

 

            Sessional Lecturers I                        - $9,457.90

            Sessional Lecturers I (Long Term)  -  $9,939.79

            Sessional Lecturers II                       -  $10,121.77

            Sessional Lecturers III                      - $10,362.76

 

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.

 

Qualification:

 

  • MSc or PhD in anatomy related health science is required
  • Teaching experience at the university level is required
  • Demonstrated evidence of excellence in teaching and mastery of the subject area is preferred.
  • Previous experience in teaching a similar course is highly desirable.

 

Duties:

 

Preparation and in-person and virtual delivery of course material; preparation and in-person delivery of evaluations; supervision of teaching assistants; marking of student work, submission of grades, dealing with student enquiries, appeals and petitions and student contact hours.

 

 

Sessional Lecturers

2022-2023

The following jobs are posted in accordance with CUPE 3902 Unit 3 Collective Agreement.

Please note:  Undergraduate or graduate students and post-doctoral fellows of the University of Toronto are covered by the CUPE 3902 Unit 1 collective agreement rather than the Unit 3 collective agreement, and should not apply for positions posted under the Unit 3 collective agreement.

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

Effective Date:  March 17, 2022

Closing Date:     April 15, 2022

Applicants should submit the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 application form available at http://forms.hrandequity.utoronto.ca/#recruitment along with teaching evaluations if available, a current C.V., and the names and contact information for 3 references to:

Cindi Morshead, PhD
Professor and Chair, Division of Anatomy
Medical Sciences Building
1 King’s College Circle – Room 1156
Toronto, Ontario
M5S 1A8

anatomy.chair@utoronto.ca

Applications and CVs must be submitted via e-mail.

All applicants must include a valid e-mail address on their application.

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

Course #:

 

ANAT110/MRS159

Title:

 

Anatomy for Medical Radiation Sciences 

Schedule:

Monday 12:00-2:00pm

Wednesday 10:30-12:30pm 

Online course delivery with in-person final evaluation.

 

Description:

 

This course is an introductory course designed to serve as the foundation in Human Anatomy for students in the Medical Radiation Sciences program. The course will introduce learners to the components of the human body, relationships of the surface anatomy and the body's internal components and discuss the basic function of these components. The course will encompass a regional approach to study the human body with correlation to its clinical application. Anatomy for MRS will also serve to prepare learners for ANRD121/ MRS164H1 (Relational Anatomy).

 

Estimated Course Enrolment:

 

100 students

Estimated TA Support:

 

 

3

 

Sessional date of Appointment:

 

September 1 – December 20, 2022

Salary:

 

 

            Sessional Lecturers I                        - $8,489.67

            Sessional Lecturers I (Long Term)  -  $8,869.25

            Sessional Lecturers II                       -  $9,085.58 

            Sessional Lecturers III                      - $9,301.90

 

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.

 

Qualification:

 

  • MSc or PhD in anatomy related health science is required 
  • Teaching experience at the university level required
  • Demonstrated evidence of excellence in teaching and mastery of the subject area is preferred. 
  • Demonstrated evidence of teaching excellence in an online format is an asset
  • Previous experience in teaching a similar course is highly desirable.

 

Duties:

 

Preparation and virtual delivery of course material; preparation and in-person delivery of final examination; supervision of teaching assistants; marking of student work, submission of grades, dealing with student enquiries, appeals and petitions and student contact hours.

 

 

Effective Date:  March 17, 2022

Closing Date:     April 15, 2022

Applicants should submit the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 application form available at http://forms.hrandequity.utoronto.ca/#recruitment along with teaching evaluations if available, a current C.V., and the names and contact information for 3 references to:

Cindi Morshead, PhD
Professor and Chair, Division of Anatomy
Medical Sciences Building
1 King’s College Circle – Room 1156
Toronto, Ontario
M5S 1A8

anatomy.chair@utoronto.ca                                    

Applications and CVs must be submitted via e-mail.

All applicants must include a valid e-mail address on their application.

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


Sessional Lecturers

2021-2022

The following jobs are posted in accordance with CUPE 3902 Unit 3 Collective Agreement.

Please note:  Undergraduate or graduate students and post-doctoral fellows of the University of Toronto are covered by the CUPE 3902 Unit 1 collective agreement rather than the Unit 3 collective agreement, and should not apply for positions posted under the Unit 3 collective agreement.

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

Effective Date:  May 17, 2021

Closing Date:     June 6, 2021

Applicants should submit the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 application form available at http://forms.hrandequity.utoronto.ca/#recruitment along with teaching evaluations if available, a current C.V., and the names and contact information for 3 references to:

Cindi Morshead, PhD
Professor and Chair, Division of Anatomy
Medical Sciences Building
1 King’s College Circle – Room 1156
Toronto, Ontario
M5S 1A8

anatomy.chair@utoronto.ca

Applications and CVs must be submitted via e-mail.

All applicants must include a valid e-mail address on their application.

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

Course #:

 

ANAT110/MRS159

Title:

 

Anatomy for Medical Radiation Sciences

Schedule:

Monday 11:30-1:30pm

Wednesday 10:30-12:30pm

(this will be a virtual course delivery, all online)

 

Description:

 

This course is an introductory course designed to serve as the foundation in Human Anatomy for students in the Medical Radiation Sciences program. The course will introduce learners to the components of the human body, relationships of the surface anatomy and the body's internal components and discuss the basic function of these components. The course will encompass a regional approach to study the human body with correlation to its clinical application. Anatomy for MRS will also serve to prepare learners for ANRD121/ MRS164H1 (Relational Anatomy).

 

Estimated Course Enrolment:

 

100 students

Estimated TA Support:

 

 

3

 

Sessional date of Appointment:

 

September 1 – December 20, 2021

Salary:

 

 

            Sessional Lecturers I                        - $8,489.67

            Sessional Lecturers I (Long Term)  -  $8,869.25

            Sessional Lecturers II                       -  $9,085.58 

            Sessional Lecturers III                      - $9,301.90

 

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.

 

Qualification:

 

  • MSc or PhD in anatomy related health science is required 
  • Teaching experience at the university level required
  • Demonstrated evidence of excellence in teaching and mastery of the subject area is preferred. 
  • Demonstrated evidence of teaching excellence in an online format is an asset
  • Previous experience in teaching a similar course is highly desirable.

 

Duties:

 

Preparation and virtual delivery of course material; preparation and virtual delivery of term tests and final examination; supervision of teaching assistants; marking of student work, submission of grades, dealing with student enquiries, appeals and petitions and student contact hours.

 

 

Effective Date:  April 19, 2021

Closing Date:     May 30, 2021

Applicants should submit the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 application form available at http://forms.hrandequity.utoronto.ca/#recruitment along with teaching evaluations if available, a current C.V., and the names and contact information for 3 references to:

Cindi Morshead, PhD
Professor and Chair, Division of Anatomy
Medical Sciences Building
1 King’s College Circle – Room 1156
Toronto, Ontario
M5S 1A8

anatomy.chair@utoronto.ca                                    

Applications and CVs must be submitted via e-mail.

All applicants must include a valid e-mail address on their application.

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

 

Course #:

 

MSC1001Y

Title:

 

Human Anatomy

Schedule:

Monday 1-3pm

Friday 1-3pm

 

Description:

 

Gross anatomy of the human body taught from a regional viewpoint.  The course includes 9 hours of lectures and 122 hours of laboratories with human cadaveric dissection and the use of prosections.  Clinical anatomy is included.

 

Estimated Course Enrolment:

 

18-24 students

Estimated TA Support:

 

 

2

 

Sessional date of Appointment:

 

September 1 – December 20, 2021

Salary:

 

 

            Sessional Lecturers I                        - $16,979.33

            Sessional Lecturers I (Long Term)  -  $17,738.50

            Sessional Lecturers II                       -  $18,171.15   

            Sessional Lecturers III                      - $18,603.79

 

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.

 

Qualification:

 

  • MD or PhD in anatomy related health science is required 
  • Teaching experience at the university level required
  • Demonstrated evidence of excellence in teaching and mastery of the subject area is preferred. 
  • Demonstrated evidence of teaching excellence in a cadaveric lab setting.
  • Previous experience in teaching a similar course is highly desirable.

 

Duties:

 

Preparation and delivery of course material; preparation and delivery of tests, final examinations; supervision of teaching assistants; marking of student work, submission of grades, dealing with student enquiries, appeals and petitions and student contact hours.