About the Role
The Vice-Rectorate for Studies and Research (VRER) is seeking Associate Professors to teach courses in the Urban Environments Bachelor's program for the Fall 2026 semester. This role involves participating in pedagogical activities primarily within the Urban Environments Studies and Research Hub (PER). The Associate Professor will contribute to the UOF's vision for student experience, training, and research.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and teach courses in accordance with the program's conceptual framework.
- Grade assignments and provide continuous feedback to students.
- Collaborate with the program coordinator, mentors, permanent faculty, and other members of the Urban Environments program team.
- Actively participate in team meetings, including collaborative teams for content and practice harmonization, and co-creation sessions.
- Adhere to faculty requirements, expected commitments, and institutional directives and policies.
- Teach within UOF's various training programs as needed within the Urban Environments Bachelor's program, according to the terms of the contract.
- Contribute to the functioning and reputation of UOF.
- Perform any other related tasks required.
Requirements
- Minimum academic qualification of a Master's degree (or equivalent).
- Relevant experience for teaching in fields related to urban environments and the advertised course.
- Proficiency in French and English.
- Strong interest in multilingualism and multiculturalism.
- Sensitivity to the needs of Ontario's Francophone minority.
- An approach imbued with equity and inclusion.
Skills
- Ability to collaborate with diverse audiences within an institution.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Critical, creative, and innovative thinking.
- Autonomy and responsibility in task execution.
- Good knowledge of the Toronto community.
- Proficiency in common digital tools and knowledge of specific tools for urban environments.
Location
- 9, rue Lower Jarvis, Toronto
Work Type
- Part-time
- Fixed-term teaching contract
Experience Level
- Associate Professor (temporary assignments)
- University teacher or career professional with recognized professional experience
Education Level
- Master's degree (or equivalent)
Salary/Compensations
- $11,249.55 for a full load of 3 course credits, or pro rata based on the number of contact hours
About the Company
- The University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOF) is a higher education institution active in the humanities and social sciences.
- UOF's programs focus on areas including Digital Cultures, Human Plurality, Urban Environments, Economy and Social Innovation, Teaching and Learning, Social Work, and Mental and Public Health.
- UOF is committed to excellence in teaching, research, student experience, organizational development, and its presence within the Francophone and business community of Ontario.
- UOF values commitment, audacity, diversity and inclusion, and open Francophonie.
- UOF offers a stimulating, globally-oriented work environment and equal opportunities for all.
- UOF seeks authentic and competent staff to contribute to the establishment and sustainability of an innovative university recognized for its exceptional learning and work experience.
Equal Opportunity
- The University of Ontario Institute of Technology is committed to promoting diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion within its community and hiring processes.
- UOF encourages all qualified individuals to apply, including racialized persons; Indigenous peoples; women; members of ethnocultural and linguistic minorities; persons with disabilities and those with different abilities.
- UOF also invites individuals of all ages, sexual orientations, and gender identities to submit their applications.
- Canadian citizens and/or permanent residents will have precedence in the hiring process.
- Individuals requiring accommodation at any stage of the application process are invited to contact ressources_humaines@uontario.ca confidentially.
