Sessional Lecturer - CHMD41H3

University of Toronto • Toronto, ON

9d • Onsite

About The Position

This course offers an in-depth understanding of organic chemistry by systematically exploring the factors and principles that govern organic reactions. The first half of the course covers fundamentals including bonding theories (VB, MO, and HMO), kinetics, thermodynamics, transition state theory, isotope effects, and Hammett equations. In the second half, these topics are applied to the study of different types of organic reactions, such as nucleophilic substitutions, polar additions/eliminations, pericyclic reactions, and radical reactions. The estimated course enrollment is 24 students, and the position is 0.5 FCE. Specific duties will occur between September 1, 2026, and December 31, 2026.

Requirements

• A PhD in Organic Chemistry (or a closely related field).
• Deep background and academic training in physical organic chemistry.
• Previous successful completion of a similar upper-level or graduate physical organic chemistry course (e.g., CHM348, CHM443, or equivalent) with a grade of A or higher.

Nice To Haves

• Active research experience and a strong publication record in topics directly relevant to physical organic chemistry.
• Prior independent university-level teaching experience, ideally within similar advanced chemistry courses.

Responsibilities

• Preparation and delivery of all lecture materials
• Design and administration of assignments, term tests, and final examinations
• Providing detailed guidance and feedback on student literature review projects and associated peer-review reports
• Marking student work throughout the term (and managing any university-approved extensions beyond the term)
• Submitting final grades via eMarks
• Holding regular weekly office hours

What This Job Offers

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