Sessional Instructors - School of Mathematical and Computational Sciences - Faculty of Science - Fall 2025 *Amended*

Competition Number:
90SI25
Position Type:
Sessional Opening
Closing Date:
Date of Posting:
Department:
School of Mathematical and Computational Sciences
Position:
Sessional Instructor
Contract:
Fall 2025
Term:

September 3, 2025 - December 23, 2025

The School of Mathematical and Computational Sciences at the University of Prince Edward Island has an opening for sessional instructors during the forthcoming Fall 2025 semester. These positions are subject to final budgetary approval.

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

 

MATH 1120 – Calculus for the Managerial, Social and Life Sciences
This course provides an introduction to calculus for students in the managerial, social and life sciences. The main emphasis of the course is the development of techniques of differentiation and integration of algebraic, exponential and logarithmic functions. Applications of derivatives and integrals are also discussed.


PREREQUISITE: Grade XII academic Mathematics


Three lecture hours a week


Section 3: T/Th 8:30 AM - 9:45 AM

 

CS-2910 Computer Science III
This course introduces the student to the principles and tools of applied graphics programming including graphical systems, input and interaction, object modeling, transformations, hidden surface removal, and shading and lighting models. Languages, graphics libraries and toolkits, and video game engines are introduced, as well as relevant graphics standards. 


CS-2910L must be taken at the same time as this course.


Requisites: CS-1920 & 6 Math credits 


Three lecture hours per week


Section 2: T/Th 8:30 AM – 9:45 AM

 

CS-4350 Computer Graphics Programming
This course introduces the student to the principles and tools of applied graphics programming including graphical systems, input and interaction, object modeling, transformations, hidden surface removal, and shading and lighting models. Languages, graphics libraries and toolkits, and video game engines are introduced, as well as relevant graphics standards. 
Requisites: CS-2620, CS-2910, MCS-2050, MATH-2610


Three lecture hours per week


Section 1: M 7:00 PM - 9:45 PM


Qualifications: 


Successful applicants should hold a master's degree in mathematics/Statistics/Computer Science/computational sciences or a related field, or an equivalent combination of qualifications and experience. Applicants should have experience in teaching, research or industry practice related to the course content.

Preference will be given to the qualified candidates with seniority on the UPEI Sessional Roster and full-time and term contract Faculty Members of the Academic unit.

 

Application Instructions: 


Applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae and names of three referees to: 


Dr. Shannon Fitzpatrick, Associate Dean 
School of Mathematical and Computational Sciences,
University of Prince Edward Island 
550 University Avenue 
Charlottetown, PE   C1A 4P3 
Email: sfitzpatrick@upei.ca


In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. UPEI is committed to the principle of equity in employment.

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 30, 2025. 
 

UPEI encourages all qualified applicants to apply for job openings; however, in keeping with the terms and provisions of the university’s various employment and collective agreements, first priority will be given to internal candidates.