The Department of Biology at the University of Prince Edward Island has openings for Sessional Instructors during the forthcoming academic year (2022-23), subject to final budgetary approval. 

Please note: the course offered below will be taught in person, unless otherwise specified as an online course.

FALL 2022

BIO 1210 – Human Anatomy

This course covers the structure of the human body from cells to tissues to organ systems. The gross anatomy and histology of the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, endocrine, cardiovascular, respiratory, lymphatic, digestive, urinary, and reproductive system of humans is surveyed. Cross-listed with Biology 2260.

Although there is a lab in this course, the sessional instructor is only responsible for teaching the lecture.

Classes will be taught:  MWF 9:30 – 10:20

WINTER 2023

BIO 1220 – Human Physiology

This course deals with the functioning of the human body. The physiology of the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, endocrine, cardiovascular, lymphatic, respiratory, digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems is surveyed.  Although there are labs in this course, the sessional instructor is only responsible for teaching the lectures.

Classes will be taught: M/W/F 9:30-10:20

Salary: As per Sessional Instructor Stipends outlined in the Collective Agreement of the UPEI Faculty Association, Bargaining Unit #1

Qualifications:

Applicants must hold an M.Sc. or Ph.D. in a field of science/biology related to the respective course content.  Documented experience teaching these courses would be a definite asset.

Preference will be given to qualified candidates with seniority on the UPEI Sessional Roster, and to those with experience in teaching university level courses.

For more information, please email or call Dr. Kevin Teather (kteather@upei.ca); 902-566-0325 or Ms. Sharon Martin (samartin@upei.ca); (902) 566-0301.

Application Instructions: 

A cover letter indicating what course(s) you are applying to teach, a Curriculum vitae, and the names of two individuals who can provide letters of reference should be emailed to biologychair@upei.ca, or faxed to (902)566-0740, attention:

Dr. Chris Lacroix, Chair
Department of Biology
University of Prince Edward Island
Charlottetown, PEI   C1A 4P3

UPEI is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and reconciliation and believes in providing a positive learning and working environment where every person feels empowered to contribute. UPEI is committed to the principle of equity in employment and encourages applications from underrepresented groups including women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities.

Closing date for applications is July 13, 2022.