Sessional lecturer-ANT338H5F - Laboratory Methods in Biological Anthropology

University of Toronto • Mississauga, ON

8d • Hybrid

About The Position

This lab methods course focuses on laboratory techniques used by biological anthropologists to assess growth, health, and risk of chronic disease in human populations. In this course students will gain practical, hands-on experience in nutrition assessment, anthropometry, physical activity and sleep assessment, and human energy expenditure. State-of-the-art instruments and software are employed, ensuring students gain valuable knowledge of data management and analysis using applications suitable in both clinical and research settings.

Requirements

• PhD program (completed) in Anthropology with a specialty in biological anthropology
• Research/field experience in human biology of health
• Research/field experience in biological impacts of social inequities
• Research/field experience in theory and methods applicable to the human biology of health
• Research/field experience in other aspects of this course as described

Nice To Haves

• Experience with management and delivery of courses using University of Toronto or similar online systems (e.g., Quercus, Canvas-based technologies, Zoom, etc.)

Responsibilities

• Preparation and delivery of course material
• Preparation and delivery of assignments, tests and/or exams
• Supervision of teaching assistants (includes providing instruction on how to mark, as well as holding office hours)
• Marking of students’ work (during the term and beyond if an extension of time is granted by the university officials)
• Submission of grades to university officials
• Holding regular office hours

What This Job Offers

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