Sessional Lecturers, Biology The Department of Biology invites applications for a Sessional Lecturer to teach the following courses during the following session(s): 2026-2027 Regular Session

Course Number, Section, and Name: BIOL 90.3 (01) Introduction to Biology

Term and Course Dates: Term One (September to December)

CRN: 86943

Delivery Mode: This course will be offered as a Lecture

Course Schedule: Tuesday and Thursday’s - 9:00am to 11:20am

Expected Enrollment Limit: 30

Location: Saskatoon

Qualifications: Minimum of a Master’s degree in Biology or a related subject and experience in teaching at the post-secondary level. A Ph.D. and experience teaching in several sub-disciplines of Biology would be considered an asset.

This course section is part of the Indigenous Student Achievement Pathways (ISAP) which bundles advisory, co-curricular and curricular programming to support the retention and success of First Nations, Inuit and Metis students in the College of Arts & Science.

The additional qualifications required for this ISAP section include the following:

Knowledge and understanding of Indigenous community priorities and perspectives, and attention to socio-economic, inter-generational, and educational barriers that unequally affect Indigenous post-secondary cohorts in Saskatchewan

Familiarity with Indigenous perspectives and research methodologies as they connect to relevant academic disciplines, and to the development of skills for student success in those disciplines

Experience teaching mature student cohorts and students with nonstandard K-12 preparation in relevant academic disciplines

Experience teaching using methods that promote collaborative and peer-to-peer learning in small course cohorts

Demonstrated intercultural competence and commitment to pedagogic praxis (reflection & reflexive adaptation of teaching) Course Number, Section, and Name: BIOL 120.3 (03) The Nature of Life

Term and Course Dates: Term One (September to December)

CRN: 86944

Delivery Mode: This course will be offered as an evening Lecture Course Schedule: Evening – Thursday 5:30pm to 8:20pm Expected Enrollment Limit: 150

Location: Saskatoon

Qualifications: Minimum of a Master’s degree in Biology or a related subject and experience in cell biology, genetics, molecular and evolutionary processes. Ph.D. and teaching experience would be considered an asset.

Course

Number, Section, and Name: BIOL 323.3 (01) Plant Systematics

Term and Course Dates: Term One (September to December)





CRN: 81866

Delivery Mode: This course will be offered as a Lecture Course Schedule: Monday, Wednesday, Friday 9:30am to 10:20am Expected Enrollment Limit: 21

Location: Saskatoon

Qualifications: Minimum of a Master’s degree in Biology, or a closely related discipline, and research or teaching experience in plant diversity, systematics, identification, and evolution. A Ph.D. and teaching experience is preferred.

Course

Number, Section, and Name: ½ of BIOL 455.3 (01) Mannal Diversity & Evolution

Term and Course Dates: Term One (September to December)

CRN: 81862

Delivery Mode: This course will be offered as a Lecture; 0.5 FTE

Course Schedule: Monday, Wednesday, Friday 10:30am to 11:20am Expected Enrollment Limit: 48

Location: Saskatoon

Qualifications

- Minimum of a Master’s degree in Biology or a related subject and experience in mammalian ecology, diversity, and evolution. Ph.D. and teaching experience preferred.

Course

Number, Section, and Name: ½ of BIOL 224.3 (02) Animal Body Systems

Term and Course Dates: Term Two (January to April)

CRN: 22868

Delivery Mode: This course will be offered as a Lecture: 0.5 FTE

Course Schedule: Monday, Wednesday, Friday 8:30am to 9:20am Expected Enrollment Limit: 338

Location: Saskatoon

Qualifications: Minimum of a Master’s degree in Biology with experience in animal physiology or a related subject. A Ph.D. in Biology or a related subject and/or teaching experience in animal physiology would be considered an asset.

Course

Number, Section, and Name: ½ of BIOL 226.3 (02) Genes to Genomics

Term and Course Dates: Term Two (January to April)

CRN: 22176

Delivery Mode: This course will be offered as a Lecture: 0.5 FTE

Course Schedule: Monday, Wednesday, Friday 10:30am to 11:20am Expected Enrollment Limit: 274

Location: Saskatoon

Qualifications: Minimum of a Master’s degree in Biology or a related subject and experience with Mendelian and molecular genetics. Ph.D. and teaching experience preferred.

Course

Number, Section, and Name: BIOL 472.3 (02) Animal Behaviour

Term and Course Dates: Term Two (January to April)





CRN: 20020

Delivery Mode: This course will be offered as a Lecture Course Schedule: Monday, Wednesday, Friday 9:30am to 10:20am Expected Enrollment Limit: 21

Location: Saskatoon

Qualifications: Minimum of a Master’s degree in Biology or a related subject and experience in animal ecology, behavior, and the underlying mechanisms. Ph.D. and teaching experience preferred.

A valid driver’s license is required for any off-campus courses. Appointment periods include additional days in recognition of preparation and marking time required. Courses may be cancelled due to low enrolment.

Application

Process

Complete the application at the following link: Application Link.

If you are currently employed by the University of Saskatchewan in a full time non-teaching position, discuss your application with your people leader to ensure the appointment is suitable relative to your current position.

Department: Biology

Status: Term

Employment Group: CUPE 3287

Academic Calendar: Course Dates and Academic Calendar

Stipend: CUPE 3287 Stipends

Posted Date: 8/5/2026

Closing Date: 8/11/2026

Work Location: On Campus The University of Saskatchewan aspires to be what the world needs and embraces equity, diversity and inclusion as foundational to excellence and innovation. We actively seek to create a welcoming environment where all individuals feel empowered to thrive, contribute, and grow. Applications from equity-deserving groups are encouraged as part of our ongoing efforts to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve: EDI Framework for Action.

We continue to grow our partnerships with Indigenous communities across the province, nationally, and internationally and value the unique perspective that Indigenous employees provide to strengthen these relationships. Verification of Indigenous Membership/Citizenship at the University of Saskatchewan is led and determined by the deybwewin | taapwaywin | tapwewin: Indigenous Truth policy and the Standing Committee in accordance with the processes developed to enact the policy. Successful candidates that assert Indigenous membership/citizenship will be asked to complete the verification process of Indigenous membership/citizenship with documentation.

The University of Saskatchewan provides an accessible and inclusive workplace. Should you require support through any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us for assistance.

📌 Sessional Lecturers, Biology (Saskatoon)
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