Sessional lecturer-FSC271H5F - Ethics and Professionalism in Forensic Science

University of Toronto • Mississauga, ON

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This course covers the importance of professionalism and ethical behaviour for Forensic Scientists. It looks at the role of the Forensic Scientist and the expert witness and the consequences when ethical guidelines are not followed. The session runs from September 1, 2026, to December 31, 2026. Lectures are scheduled for Thursdays from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM and are in-person. There are no practicals or tutorials. The estimated course enrollment is 80 students, with up to 120 hours of TA support.

Requirements

• A PhD (completed) in any of the sub disciplines of Forensic Science (i.e.: Anthropology, Biology, Chemistry or Psychology), or at minimum an Honours Bachelor of Science with 10+ years’ experience working in a forensic science setting.
• Broad background in forensic science
• Familiarity with theoretical framework in science
• Knowledge of a breadth of Forensic Science practices and principles
• Familiarity of areas within the various Forensic Sciences fields, and their relation to Canadian criminal law and its current position within the legal system.

Nice To Haves

• Experience acting as an expert witness in a Canadian court of law is preferred.
• Previous experience in teaching
• Mastery of subject area
• Forensic science background
• Professional experience
• Experience with management and delivery of courses using University of Toronto or similar systems (e.g., Quercus, Canvas-based technologies, Zoom, etc.) is preferred.

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