Job Posting Sessional Lecturer - CHI212H5S Chinese for Academic Purposes II This job is posted in accordance with the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 Collective Agreement. Course number and title : CHI212H5S Chinese for Academic Purposes II Course description : This course, designed for native or near-native speakers of Mandarin Chinese, continues the study of rhetorical knowledge and critical thinking skills for effective academic reading and writing. It also prepares students for upper level courses which demand in-depth reading, writing, as well as professional presentation skills. Estimated course enrolment : 30 per section Estimated TA support : None. Number of Positions : 3 Class schedule : Section 0101 : Mondays (3:00pm-6:00pm) Section 0301 : Tuesdays (3:00pm-6:00pm) Section 0401 : Fridays (11:00am-2:00pm) (Please see ttb.utoronto.ca) [NOTE: The mode of instruction for this course is expected to be in-person . However, if this changes for any reason, you will be provided with as much advance notice as practicable.] Sessional dates of appointment : January 1, 2027 to April, 2027 Salary : Sessional Lecturer I - $9,997.48 inclusive of vacation pay (0.5 FCE) Sessional Lecturer I Long Term - $10,699.22 inclusive of vacation pay (0.5 FCE) Sessional Lecturer II - $10,699.22 inclusive of vacation pay (0.5 FCE) Sessional Lecturer II Long Term - $10,953.96 inclusive of vacation pay (0.5 FCE) Sessional Lecturer III - $10,953.96 inclusive of vacation pay (0.5 FCE) Sessional Lecturer III Long Term - $11,228.90 inclusive of vacation pay (0.5 FCE) Please note that should rates stipulated in the collective agreement vary from rates stated in this posting, the rates stated in the collective agreement shall prevail. Minimum qualifications : Ph.D. in Chinese literature or a closely related field is required. Demonstrated knowledge in Chinese literature and experience teaching university-level Chinese academic writingcourses are required. (Near-)native fluency in Mandarin Chinese is required. Preferred qualifications : Demonstrated excellence in teaching this course or a closely related university-level course is preferred. Preference in hiring is given to qualified individuals advanced to the rank of Sessional Lecturer II and SessionalLecturer III in accordance with Article 14:12. Description of duties : All normal duties related to the design and teaching of a University credit course, including preparation and delivery of course content; out-of-class interactions with students via e-mail and office hours; development, administration and marking of assignments, tests and exams; calculation and submission of grades; order all necessary readings. Application instructions: Please visit: https://tracs.utoronto.ca/dept/fgi/app/sl for detailed information on how to apply. Applications must include: Cover letter (this should specify the way in which the applicant’s background and experience give them mastery of the topic) Current academic CV Most recent course evaluations (if any) Please do not apply on this website; only applications submitted to website above will be considered. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Please note that an interview may be part of the hiring process. This job is posted in accordance with the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 Collective Agreement. Candidates who are members of Indigenous, Black, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity-deserving groups are encouraged to apply, and their lived experience shall be taken into consideration as applicable to the position. The deadline to apply is November 18, 2026.