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74899
Job Title
Sessional Faculty - Bio 2EE3 - Summer 2026
Regular/Temporary
Temporary
Location
Central Campus
Open Date
03/24/2026
Job Type
Limited Term (<12 months)
Close Date
04/07/2026
Employee Group
CUPE Sessional Faculty
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Department
Biology
Full/Part Time
Part-Time
Job Code
001095
Existing Vacancy
Yes - Backfilling as Existing
Contract Duration
1.5 Months
Target Number of Openings
1
Hours per Week
34
Job Description
NOTICE OF POSTING
For Sessional Faculty
The Department of Biology invites applications for the following teaching position to be offered in the 2025-2026 session.
Date of Posting: March 24, 2026 to April 7, 2026
Department Contact: Rebecca Woodworth, woodwor@mcmaster.ca
Course Name(s)/Number(s): Bio 2EE3 - Introduction to Microbiology and Biotechnology
Term: Summer 2026, June 29 - August 14, 2026
Number of Section(s) Available: 1
Number of Units per Section: 3.0 units
Location: On campus
Projected Enrollment: 96
Projected TA Support: 2.0 TAs
Wage Rate*: $8,922.68
Start Time and Duration: Tuesday and Friday 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Course Description/Relevant Employment Duties
Introduction to Microbiology and Biotechnology will introduce key concepts in microbial structure, genetics, metabolism, and evolution, and provide an overview of agricultural, medical, environmental, and industrial microbiology. Key concepts, fundamental principles, and common research tools in microbiology will be a major focus.
Required Qualifications
PhD in Biology and experience teaching Microbiology covering topics ranging from microbial structure to evolution at the university level.
McMaster University is located on the traditional territories of the Haudenosaunee and Mississauga Nations and, within the land protected by the “Dish With One Spoon” wampum agreement. 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 diversity of our workforce is at the core of our innovation and creativity and strengthens our research and teaching excellence. The University seeks qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion. While all qualified candidates are invited to apply, we particularly welcome applications from women, persons with disabilities, First Nations, Metis and Inuit peoples, members of visible minorities, and LGBTQ+ persons.
Application Procedure
Please submit the following by April 7, 2026:
A cover letter stating your intent to apply for the position (including your address, phone number, and email address) and emphasizing your experience with the material to be taught.
A resume listing your academic qualifications and relevant employment experience.
Information necessary to determine your current and aggregate seniority (as defined by Article 20 of the Unit 2 Collective Agreement) www.cupe3906.org/unit-2-seniority-information/.
Names and contact information of two references. Applicants will not be required to submit reference letters as part of their application.
Job applicants requiring accommodation to participate in the hiring process should contact the Human Resources Services Centre at 905-525-9140 ext. 222-HR (22247) or Nina Bovair at ext. 23850 to communicate accommodation needs.
Pay Transparency Statement
The starting salary will not be less than $17,845.36 per 6 units, or $8,922.68 per 3 units.
How To Apply
To apply for this job, please submit your application online.
Employment Equity Statement
McMaster University is located on the traditional territories of the Haudenosaunee and Mississauga Nations and within the lands protected by the “Dish With One Spoon” wampum agreement.
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+.
As part of McMaster’s commitment, all applicants are invited to complete a confidential Applicant Diversity Survey through the online application submission process. The Survey questionnaire requests voluntary self-identification in relation to equity-seeking groups that have historically faced and continue to face barriers in employment. Please refer to the Applicant Diversity Survey - Statement of Collection for additional information.
Job applicants requiring accommodation to participate in the hiring process should contact:
to communicate accommodation needs.
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.
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