Sessional Lecturer – FSC302H5S – Advanced Forensic Identification

Sessional Lecturer

FSC302H5S – Advanced Forensic Identification

Course Description: Continuing from FSC300H5, this course focuses on advanced crime scene examination and the use of evidence detection techniques. Topics include: advanced fingerprint development techniques, footwear collection and identification, analysis report writing, bloodstain pattern interpretation and crime scene plan drawing. Additional topics discuss biometrics, examiner bias, the expert witness, crime scene examination protocols and courtroom testimony. [24L, 24P]

Session: January 1, 2025 – April 30, 2025

Lecture: Tuesdays 6:00-8:00 PM (In-person) (In-person)

Practicals/Tutorials: Fridays 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM, and 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Estimated Course Enrolment: 40

Estimated TA support: 210 hours (total number of assigned hours is dependent on course enrolment and course approvals)

Salary: 

  • $9,457.90 for Sessional Lecturer I
  • $9,930.79 for Sessional Lecturer I – Long Term
  • $10,121.77 for Sessional Lecturer II
  • $10,362.76 for Sessional Lecturer III

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.

Qualifications: Successful applicants will have completed a B.Sc. degree in Forensic Science, with 5-10 years of experience in crime scene investigation. Experience and training in Forensic Identification is required; demonstrated excellence in course subject matter; knowledge and experience in Canadian Forensic Identification protocols, procedures & techniques within Canadian Policing Services; case experience with a police agency.

Preferred Qualifications: Preference is given to candidates who are either active or retired police officers, specialized in forensic identification. We are seeking previous experience in teaching, mastery of subject area, forensic science background, scientific research, and field experience. Previous experience in teaching or TA-ing in FSC100H5 and/or FSC303H5 is highly desirable. WHIMIS training is an asset. 

Duties: Preparation and delivery of course material, preparation and delivery of assignments, tests and/or exams; supervision of teaching assistants (includes providing instruction on how to mark, as well as holding office hours); marking of students’ work (during the term and beyond if an extension of time is granted by the university officials); submission of grades to university officials; and holding regular office hours. 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. 

Application instructions:

  1. Apply online through the Sessional Lecturer Unit 3 Application on the Forensic Science Program website
  2. Email your CV to Carolyn Loos (Program Manager) at carolyn.loos@utoronto.ca by 11:59pm on July 18, 2024.

Both requirements are necessary to be considered. Questions can be directed to Carolyn Loos, Department Manager, at the above email.

Applicants not able to apply online should contact Carolyn Loos (Program Manager) at (905) 828 3741 or by email at: carolyn.loos@utoronto.ca.

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.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Diversity Statement

The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons / persons of colour, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.

As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see http://uoft.me/UP.

Accessibility Statement

The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission.

The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.

If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact uoft.careers@utoronto.ca.

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