APTPUO-Fall 2026-BPS3102-A00

University of Ottawa•Ottawa, ON

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Chemistry and Biomolecular Sciences at the Faculty of Science is seeking a Regular Part-Time Professor for the Principles of Toxicology and Pharmacology (BPS3102) course during the 2026 Fall Semester. This course will cover the study of how organisms deal with and respond to substances in their environment, focusing on both desirable/therapeutic effects (pharmacology) and adverse effects/risks (toxicology). Key principles such as route of exposure/administration, absorption, distribution, biotransformation, mechanism of action, and elimination will be examined, along with common research methodologies in these fields. The course will consist of discussion groups and lectures, with an expected enrollment of 115 students. The instructor must be available for the final exam in December.

Requirements

Study of how organisms deal with and respond to substances in their environment: pharmacology generally focusing on desirable and therapeutic effects, and toxicology examining adverse effects and associate risks.
Fundamental principles of toxicology and pharmacology (route of exposure/administration, absorption, distribution, biotransformation, site and mechanism of action, elimination) and common research methodologies employed by pharmacologists and toxicologists.
Successful completion of all mandatory legislated training.
Competence in second language: Active