
The McMaster Institute for Research on Aging is a research center at McMaster University focused on aging optimization. It pursues this goal through interdisciplinary teams that work with older adults and key stakeholders. The institute leverages platforms like the McMaster Optimal Aging Portal and collaborates with the Labarge Centre for Mobility in Aging. Its work spans biology and behavior, aging-related mobility, and health outcomes to reduce costs and improve well-being. The initiative aims to impact Canadian aging populations at scale through education, research collaboration, and public-facing resources.

The McMaster Institute for Research on Aging is a research center at McMaster University focused on aging optimization. It pursues this goal through interdisciplinary teams that work with older adults and key stakeholders. The institute leverages platforms like the McMaster Optimal Aging Portal and collaborates with the Labarge Centre for Mobility in Aging. Its work spans biology and behavior, aging-related mobility, and health outcomes to reduce costs and improve well-being. The initiative aims to impact Canadian aging populations at scale through education, research collaboration, and public-facing resources.
Job ID
Regular/Temporary
Temporary
Job Title
Educational Developer
73312
Location
Central Campus
Open Date
12/10/2025
Job Type
Limited Term (>12 months)
Close Date
12/21/2025
Employee Group
Unifor Unit 1, Staff
Favorite Job
Department
MacPherson Institute
Salary Grade/Band
Grade 10
Salary Range
$32.81 - $52.36 (hourly)
Contract Duration
12.5 Months
Hours per Week
35
Target Number of Openings
1
Posting Details
Schedule
Monday - Friday, 8:30 A.M. - 4:30 P.M.
Education Level
Master's Degree in Education or related field
Career Level
Requires 3 years of relevant experience
Anticipated Start Date
January 26, 2026
Job Description Number
JD0979
Job Description
Unit/Project Description:
The mission of the MacPherson Institute is to collaborate to explore, enhance, support, and recognize teaching and learning experiences at McMaster. Specifically, the Institute partners with, supports, and connects diverse groups of educators by: 1) creating and delivering professional development that engages educators throughout their careers in teaching and learning in order to enhance the student learning experience; 2) facilitating curriculum development and revision that fosters continuous enhancement and engagement in learning; 3) supporting, conducting and recognizing teaching and learning scholarship that has the capacity to develop, inform, and enhance educational initiatives and student learning; and 4) encouraging and elevating the pedagogical use of educational technologies and creative solutions to enhance teaching and learning.
This position will report to the Lead Educational Developer of the Professional Development for Teaching team. The team designs and facilitates teaching development opportunities that support all McMaster educators as they strive to enhance their teaching and the McMaster student learning experience. The goal is to provide opportunities that are flexible, relevant to different teaching career stages and needs, and adaptable to unique disciplinary contexts. While the responsibilities and key functions of the role are outlined in detail in this job description, this position will specifically be responsible for TA training and module development, managing projects related to the certificates and micro-credentials, and acting as a liaison to the Faculty of Engineering. We are especially interested in applicants with an academic background from the STEM disciplines.
The MacPherson Institute is committed to core values of collaboration, respecting and valuing diverse perspectives and approaches, trust and transparency, scholarly and creative exploration, caring relationships, and a commitment to equity. We are committed to building an inclusive community dedicated to teaching and learning , seek to attract culturally and academically diverse staff, and welcome applications from qualified candidates with skills and abilities that will contribute to the values of equity, diversity and inclusion in teaching and learning.
Job Summary:
Responsible for supporting teaching & learning programs. Responsible for designing, developing, supporting and delivering campus-wide educational development activities. Promotes a scholarly approach to enhance teaching and learning initiatives within the University for staff, students, and faculty.
Purpose and Key Functions:
Supervision:
Provide direction to others in how to carry out work tasks.
Requirements:
Master's degree in Education or related field.
Requires 3 years of relevant experience.
Assets:
Additional Information:
When applying, please submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae (CV), and either a teaching philosophy statement OR an educational developer philosophy statement.
How To Apply
To apply for this job, please submit your application online.
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The diversity of our workforce is at the core of our innovation and creativity and strengthens our research and teaching excellence. In keeping with its Statement on Building an Inclusive Community with a Shared Purpose, McMaster University strives to embody the values of respect, collaboration and diversity, and has a strong commitment to employment equity.
The University seeks qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity and inclusion, who will contribute to the diversification of ideas and perspectives, and especially welcomes applications from indigenous (First Nations, Métis or Inuit) peoples, members of racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women, and persons who identify as 2SLGBTQ+.
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Hybrid Work Language
To ensure an ongoing and vibrant University community that meets the needs of our students, staff and faculty and supports the University mission, ability to work on-site continues to be a requirement for most University positions. The University is supportive of exploring flexible work arrangements that effectively balance operational needs and employee interests.
Interview Experience
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