Course Lecturer FDSC 537 Fall 2026

McGill University • Fort Saskatchewan, AB

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This course enables students to understand the origin, classification, mechanism of action and chemical properties of potential and established nutraceutical compounds and their applications in functional foods. The instructor should be able to teach, topics relating to the health outcomes of consuming different types of foods, explain molecular basis and mechanism of action of various nutraceuticals and theoretical basis of measuring functional properties, bioavailability and bio-accessibility of nutraceuticals. This course is taught in-person. Virtual learning platforms (e.g., Zoom, WebEx) and the McGill MyCourses learning management system. Training and assistance in remote teaching is available through Teaching and Learning Services (TLS). For general expectations, please refer to Articles 12.01 and 12.03 of the MCLIU Collective Agreement.

Requirements

• Doctoral degree in Food Chemistry, Food Science or related area.
• Master’s and bachelor’s in Food Science.
• Minimum three years previous teaching experience in a similar course content.
• Familiarity with classroom lecturing, administering and assessing assignments and exams.
• Demonstrated experience / extensive knowledge of the course content: Topics in food science, quality control, nutraceuticals and functional foods.
• Ability to teach using virtual learning platforms (e.g., Zoom, WebEx) and the McGill MyCourses learning management system.

Responsibilities

• Teach topics relating to the health outcomes of consuming different types of foods.
• Explain molecular basis and mechanism of action of various nutraceuticals.
• Explain theoretical basis of measuring functional properties, bioavailability and bio-accessibility of nutraceuticals.
• Administer and assess assignments and exams.
• Be available on the day of a scheduled final exam.
• Grade final exams.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree