SESSIONAL LECTURER: BPM332H1S - BUDDHISM AND PSYCHOTHERAPY

Date Posted: 03/05/2024
Req ID: 36316
Faculty/Division: Faculty of Arts & Science
Department: New College Prog
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)

Description:

The Buddhism, Psychology & Mental Health Program at New College seeks a sessional lecturer from July 1, 2024 – August 31, 2024 to teach the following online course:

BPM332H1S –Evaluates the relationship between Buddhist psychology and the practice of Western psychotherapy. Areas that will be studied include positive psychology, psychoanalysis, cognitive-behaviour therapy, mindfulness meditation and Jungian psychology. Comparisons with original Buddhist teachings and commentaries will be made.

Estimated TA Support: 170 hours

Class Schedule: Mondays & Wednesdays 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Salary:                                        Sessional Lecturer I:  $9,457.90
Sessional Lecturer I (Long-term):  $9,930.79
Sessional Lecturer II:  $10,121.77
Sessional Lecturer II (Long-term):  $10,326.62
Sessional Lecturer III:  $10,362.76
Sessional Lecturer III (Long-term):  $10,570.02

Note:  This course will be delivered in an online synchronous format.  However, please note that, in keeping with current circumstances, the course delivery may change as determined by the Faculty or the Department.

Completed or nearly completed Ph.D. in an area related to Buddhist Studies, Mindfulness, and/or the intersections between Buddhism and Psychology and/or philosophical theories of mind. Teaching experience required.

Preferred Qualifications

Relevant teaching experience at the university level preferred.  Experience teaching online to large groups is an asset.

Normal duties related to 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; TA supervision and holding regular office hours.

It is understood that some announcements of vacancies are tentative, pending final course determinations and enrolment.

Applicants should submit a detailed letter of application; an updated curriculum vitae; names and contact information (email and phone) for two referees or two reference letters; evidence of teaching in the relevant area, including student evaluations if available; and the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 application form located here: CUPE 3902 Unit 3 Application Form

Applications should be sent to:

E-mail:  [email protected]

Application deadline:  March 27, 2024

Only applications submitted to the email address listed above will be considered.

Closing Date: 03/27/2024, 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.