Date Posted: 05/24/2024
Req ID: 37457
Faculty/Division: Faculty of Kinesiology & Physical Education
Department: Faculty of Kinesiology & Physical Education
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)
Description:
Course Code: KPE366H: Ergonomics
Course description: This course examines the elementary concepts of ergonomics. We will explore ergonomics in a variety of practice settings and discuss risk factors contributing to repetitive strain (cumulative trauma) at various ages focusing primarily on the spine and upper extremity and the consequential economic and human burden. We will discuss the stakeholders and measures to enhance ergonomics including adapting the work/activity and the elements of the environment to match the individual’s capacity, to reduce occupational injuries and enhance productivity, comfort, satisfaction and safety. Six hours of practical experience focused on manual material handling and work stations and technology will be embedded in the course.
Estimated TA support: 70
Estimated course enrolment: 60
Class schedule: Mondays 4:00-7:00pm
Sessional dates of appointment: September 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Appointment percentage: 0.5 FCE
Salary: Sessional Lecturer I: $9,457.90 includes 4% vacation pay
Sessional Lecturer I Long Term: $9,930.79 includes 6% vacation pay
Sessional Lecturer II: $10,121.77 includes 6% vacation pay
Sessional Lecturer II Long Term: $10,326.62 includes 6% vacation pay
Sessional Lecturer III: $10,362.76 includes 6% vacation pay
Sessional Lecturer III Long Term: $10,570.02 includes 6% vacation pay
Minimum Qualifications: PhD preferred in a relevant area, or combination of relevant expertise and experience. Teaching experience in college or university setting is an asset.
Preferred Qualifications: Over and above the minimum qualifications, preference will be given to individuals with prior graduate teaching experience in this area.
Description of duties: All duties associated with the design and teaching of a university credit course, including preparation and delivery of course content; development, administration, and marking of assignments, tests, and exams; calculation and submission of grades; holding regular office hours; supervising TAs assigned to the course, if applicable. This course will be taught in an in-person format in the 2024-2025 academic year.
Application Procedure: Please submit your Cover Letter and CV via the online form .
Closing Date: 06/14/2024, 11:59PM EDT
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This job is posted in accordance with the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 Collective Agreement.
It is understood that some announcements of vacancies are tentative, pending final course determinations and enrolment. Should rates stipulated in the collective agreement vary from rates stated in this posting, the rates stated in the collective agreement shall prevail.
Preference in hiring is given to qualified individuals advanced to the rank of Sessional Lecturer II or Sessional Lecturer III in accordance with Article 14:12 of the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 collective agreement.
Please note: Undergraduate or graduate students and postdoctoral fellows of the University of Toronto are covered by the CUPE 3902 Unit 1 collective agreement rather than the Unit 3 collective agreement, and should not apply for positions posted under the Unit 3 collective agreement.
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