Job ID

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.

• Supplemented Fees- 15.02(a) The employee may be eligible to receive supplemented fees in accordance with Schedule C of the Collective Agreement. The actual rate of pay when in excess of the base rate of pay is deemed to include any supplemented fees owing, to the extent of the excess amount. If the actual rate of pay is less than the sum of the base rate of pay and the supplemented fees owing, then the employee shall receive the difference.

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:

• Human Resources Service Centre at 905-525-9140 ext. 222-HR (22247), or
• Faculty of Health Sciences HR Office at ext. 22207, or
• School of Graduate Studies at ext. 23679

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.

Interview Experience

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