Sessional lecturer-FSC402H5F - Forensic Toxicology

University of Toronto • Mississauga, ON

16h • Onsite

About The Position

Forensic toxicology involves the study of the adverse effects of drugs, alcohol and poisons on biological systems in a medicolegal context. This course will include a review of pharmacokinetics, analytical techniques and quality assurance measures used in forensic toxicology, the effects of drugs on human performance and post-mortem toxicology of illicit drugs, pharmaceutical drugs and other poisons. The major focus of this course will be the role that a forensic toxicologist plays in criminal and death investigations. [36L]

Requirements

• A Ph.D. (completed or ABD with active student status at issuing institution) in Chemistry or Toxicology, or at minimum an Honours Bachelor of Science with 5+ years’ experience in a forensic toxicology lab.
• Experience in the field of Forensic Toxicology or equivalent
• Experience teaching toxicology courses is required.

Nice To Haves

• A forensic science background
• Scientific research
• Casework experience
• Experience acting as an expert witness in a Canadian court of law is highly desirable
• Teaching excellence and mastery of the subject area
• 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

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