Job Posting Sessional Lecturer - CHI311H5S Classical Chinese Literature
This job is posted in accordance with the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 Collective Agreement.
Course number and title:
CHI311H5S Classical Chinese Literature
Course description:
This course will examine representative genres of traditional Chinese literature - poetry, prose, fiction, and drama - with an emphasis on language structure, style, and the influence on modern Chinese society and culture. We will also analyze the aesthetic features of classics and discuss the influences of traditional Chinese society on literature in terms of religion, philosophy, the imperial system, gender, family, and ethnicity.
Estimated course enrolment: 30
Estimated TA support: None.
Number of Positions: 1
Class schedule: Tuesdays (5:00pm - 8:00pm)
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[NOTE: The mode of instruction for this course is expected to be in-person. However, if this changes for any reason, you will be provided with as much advance notice as practicable.]
Sessional dates of appointment: January 1, 2027 to April 30, 2027
Salary:
Sessional Lecturer I - $9,997.48 inclusive of vacation pay (0.5 FCE)
Sessional Lecturer I Long Term - $10,699.22 inclusive of vacation pay (0.5 FCE)
Sessional Lecturer II - $10,699.22 inclusive of vacation pay (0.5 FCE)
Sessional Lecturer II Long Term - $10,953.96 inclusive of vacation pay (0.5 FCE)
Sessional Lecturer III - $10,953.96 inclusive of vacation pay (0.5 FCE)
Sessional Lecturer III Long Term - $11,228.90 inclusive of vacation pay (0.5 FCE)
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:
Ph.D. in classical Chinese literature or cultural studies or a closely related field is required. Demonstrated expertise in Chinese cultural studies and experience teaching university-level courses in Chinese film or culture are required. (Near-)native fluency in Mandarin Chinese is required.
Preferred qualifications:
Demonstrated excellence in teaching this course, or a similar course at the university level, is preferred. Preference in hiring is given to qualified individuals advanced to the rank of Sessional Lecturer II and Sessional Lecturer III in accordance with Article 14:12.
Description of duties:
All normal duties related to the design and teaching of a University credit course, including preparation and delivery of course content; out-of-class interactions with students via e-mail and office hours; development, administration and marking of assignments, tests and exams; calculation and submission of grades; order all necessary readings.
Application instructions:
Please visit: https://tracs.utoronto.ca/dept/fgi/app/sl for detailed information on how to apply.
Applications must include:
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Cover letter (this should specify the way in which the applicant’s background and experience give them mastery of the topic)
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Current academic CV
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Most recent course evaluations (if any)
Please do not apply on this website; only applications submitted to website above will be considered.
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Please note that an interview may be part of the hiring process.
This job is posted in accordance with the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 Collective Agreement.
Candidates who are members of Indigenous, Black, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity-deserving groups are encouraged to apply, and their lived experience shall be taken into consideration as applicable to the position.
The deadline to apply is November 18, 2026.
