University of Toronto

Date Posted: 06/05/2025

Req ID: 43282

Faculty/Division: Faculty of Arts & Science

Department: Political Science

Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)

Description:

Course description: Since the end of World War II, there has been an explosion in the number, scope, and complexity of international organizations. International organizations such as the United Nations, North Atlantic Treaty Organization, and World Bank now play critical roles across a wide range of policy issues. Why have international organizations proliferated and expanded since the mid-20th century? How do these organizations shape the international system? Why do states sometimes conduct foreign policy through international organizations, while other times preferring traditional means? Why do some international organizations evolve over time, while others resist change? What are some of the pathologies and problems of contemporary international organizations? We will examine these questions through reference to both theoretical work and by carefully examining the functions and operations of major international organizations.

Estimated course enrollment: 30 students

Estimated TA support: None

Class schedule: Monday 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

• The delivery method for this course is currently in-person. Please note that, in keeping with current circumstances, the course delivery method may change as determined by the Faculty or the Department.

Sessional dates of appointment: January 1, 2026 – April 30, 2026

Salary (includes vacation Pay):

Sessional Lecturers I - $9,820.70

Sessional Lecturers I (Long Term) - $10,510.04

Sessional Lecturers II - $10,510.04

Sessional Lecturers II (Long Term) - $10,760.28

Sessional Lecturers III - $10,760.28

Sessional Lecturers III (Long Term) - $11,030.36

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.

Minimum Qualifications:

• PhD is required.
• Teaching experience at the university level is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated evidence of excellence in teaching and mastery of the subject area is preferred.
• Previous experience in teaching a similar course is preferred.

Description of duties:

• Preparation of course syllabus and course marking scheme
• Planning and teaching weekly lectures
• Setting and marking assignments/tests/exams and course administration in accordance with the University regulations as described in the Faculty of Arts & Science Academic Handbook for Instructors
• Submission of grades
• Available for office hours for academic counselling of students
• Dealing with student enquiries, appeals and petitions

Application Procedure:

Please see the Department’s website https://www.politics.utoronto.ca/about-us/employment-opportunities/sessional-lecturers for the application process

All applicants for this position should submit the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 application form at https://uoft.me/CUPE-3902-Unit-3-Application-Form along with teaching evaluations if available, a current C.V., and the names and contact information for 3 references to:

Elizabeth Jagdeo at undergrad.polsci@utoronto.ca

Closing Date: 06/25/2025, 11:59PM EDT

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.