Sessional Instructional Assistant

FSC315H5F - Forensic Biology

RATE OF PAY: Effective September 1, 2023 the minimum hourly rate shall be:$52.26

COURSE: FSC315H5 - Forensic Biology

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course focuses on the analysis and interpretation of biological evidence in a forensic context. Students will gain knowledge in the theory and operation of forensically relevant biological and instrumental techniques used for the analysis of evidentiary items, including DNA, bodily fluids, hair, etc. Students will also develop skills relating to the interpretation, limitation, and implications of analytical results in a forensic context. [36L, 36P]

COURSE ENRLLMENT: 24

NUMBER OF POSITIONS: 1

SIZE OFAPPOINTMENT: 70 hours (total number of assigned hours for all positions is dependent on course enrolment).

APPOINTMENT DATES: September 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024

LECTURES: Wednesday 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM (in-person)

PRACTICALS: Monday 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM (in-person)

QUALIFICATIONS:

Successful candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Biology or related forensic sub discipline field (completed) Professional designation and/or professional experience is required; demonstrated excellence in course subject matter; prior experience working in a forensic science lab setting is highly preferred, as is WHIMS training. Preference will be given to candidates with experience in the following: Experience/ background in: Laboratory Analysis of Forensic Biological Evidence and crime scene investigation; Forensic Serology & Basic Serology techniques, General experience in molecular biology methods & Forensic DNA profiling: DNA extraction methods; DNA quantitation methods; PCR; SNP genotyping (Real Time PCR and Luminex); STR genotyping using capillary sequencer, primer design.

DUTIES

Prep and delivery of weekly 2-hour labs and all lab demonstratives; Group in-lab supervision; Assist with marking/grading assignments; Grade entry on Quercus; Oversee, schedule and organize mock trials to ensure smooth execution of trial exercise.

TO APPLY: Interested individuals must apply directly to the Forensic Science Program, by 11:59pm on July 18, 2024:

1. Via the webform: https://www.utm.utoronto.ca/forensic/job-listings/sessional-lecturer-instructional-assistants-cupe-3902-unit-3
2. Forward your CV via e-mail to carolyn.loos@utoronto.ca, Program Manager, Forensic Science Program.

All of the above requirements are necessary to be considered.

Questions can be directed to Carolyn Loos, Department Manager, at the above email.

Note: As this is a "posting only" notice, the Department cannot access applications made through the main UofT Careers site for this position. Only applications received via the above two steps will be considered.

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.