Sessional Lecture - SOC221H5F (L0102): The Logic of Social Inquiry

University of Toronto • Mississauga, ON

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This position involves teaching SOC221H5F (L0102): The Logic of Social Inquiry. This course compares the logic of quantitative and qualitative research, covering topics such as the relationship between theory and research, conceptualization and measurement of sociological concepts, and sampling strategies in both quantitative and qualitative traditions. Students are introduced to various data collection methods. This course is a required for students entering the Sociology, Criminology, Law and Society Major and Specialist programs. The estimated course enrollment is 100 students, with an estimated 300 hours of TA support. Lectures are scheduled for Wednesdays from 11 am to 1 pm. The appointment dates are from September 1 to December 31, 2026. The salary is a minimum stipend of $9,997.48 for a Half course, inclusive of vacation pay. Any variations from the collective agreement rates will prevail as per the agreement.

Requirements

• PhD in Sociology or equivalent as demonstrated by refereed/published research
• Strong academic record
• Previous experience teaching a similar course
• Evidence of teaching excellence in the subject covered in the course

Nice To Haves

• N/A

Responsibilities

• Preparation and delivery of course content
• Development, administration, and marking of assignments, tests, and exams
• Calculation and submission of grades
• Holding regular office hours
• Supervising TAs assigned to the course
• Ordering all necessary readings

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree