Position Sessional Instructional Assistant - MAT302H5F - Intro to Algebraic Cryptography (emergency posting)
Details Course number and title: MAT302H5F Intro To Algebraic Cryptography (emergency post)
Course description: The course will take students on a journey through the methods of algebra and number theory in cryptography, from Euclid to Zero Knowledge Proofs. Topics include: block ciphers and the Advanced Encryption Standard (AES); algebraic and number-theoretic techniques and algorithms in cryptography, including methods for primality testing and factoring large numbers; encryption and digital signature systems based on RSA, factoring, elliptic curves and integer lattices; and zero-knowledge proofs.
Estimated course enrolment: 60
Number of positions: 1
Size of appointment: 60 hrs
Sessional dates of appointment: September 1, 2026 - December 31, 2026; Tutorials.
Salary: $55.25/hour + 4% vacation pay
Closing Date: 08/07/2026, 11:59PM EDT
Qualifications Minimum qualifications: Robust grades in a minimum of 3.0 FCEs of mathematics courses, including at least 1.0 FCEs of primarily proof-based courses. Note that "MAT-like" courses offered in different departments do not count towards the FCE requirement as they do not adhere to the standards of rigour used in mathematics courses. In the alternative, applicants whose portfolio includes at least 2.0 FCEs of MAT specialist classes will be deemed to have satisfied the FCE requirement.



The candidate must have strong grades and demonstrated knowledge of the course content and beyond; have a demonstrated record of commitment to teaching pedagogy and student learning; have a demonstrated record of timeliness in communication and carrying out duties; and possess excellent communication skills and professionalism.
Preferred qualifications: Teaching experience preferred
Relevant criterion: Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
Responsibilities Will include some of the following: running tutorials, marking, invigilation, office hours, preparatory work, and other duties of administering the course.
Employment Terms 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.
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Accessibility Statement The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission.
The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.
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📌 Sessional Instructional AssistantF - Intro to Algebraic Cryptography (emergency posting) (Ontario)
🏢 University of Toronto - Woodsworth College
📍 Ontario