Sessional lecturer-FSC416H5S - Population Genetics

University of Toronto • Mississauga, ON

12d • Onsite

About The Position

This course introduces students to the genetic variation between and within populations. The topics include evolutionary forces, quantitative genetics, and Bayesian statistics as it applies to forensic biology. The session runs from January 1, 2026 – April 30, 2026. Lectures are scheduled for Thursdays from 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM and are in-person. There are no practical sessions. The estimated course enrollment is 40 students, with up to 60 hours of TA support available, dependent on enrollment and course approvals.

Requirements

• PhD (completed or ABD with active student status at issuing institution) in Molecular Biology or a Masters (completed) with 5+ years of experience in forensic biology practices
• Experience with Genetic analysis
• Experience with Forensic Biology
• Experience with interpretation of DNA sequencing
• Experience with evolutionary forces
• Experience with quantitative genetics
• Experience with Baysian statistics

Nice To Haves

• Forensic science background
• Scientific research
• Casework experience
• Prior experience working in a forensic science lab setting
• Experience acting as an expert witness in a Canadian court of law
• Teaching excellence
• 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.)

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