Closed for Applications
Teach the course based on syllabus and assignment guidelines provided by the program, mark assignments and tests in a timely fashion, hold one office hour per week. Follow College and University code of conduct and policies.
Course description: This course explores the history of reading. Attention is given to pivotal episodes in this history with a focus on its changing modes and shifting cultural significance. By surveying the habits, institutions, and aims of reading, students in this course will gain a greater understanding of its rich history and its complex evolution, and be enabled to reflect on the critical place of reading in their daily lives.
Please note as of the posting date for this position, the course is designated to be offered in-person.
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- Start Date
- September 1, 2023
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- Department
- Office of the Principal and Vice-President
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- Compensation
- $8,489.50
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- How to Apply
- usmc.principalsoffice@utoronto.ca
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- Terms
Headline: Fall 2023 | BMS332H1F The History of Reading: Readers, Readerships, Reception Posting date: June 13, 2023 Closing date: 11:59 pm on July 12, 2023 Number of positions: 1 Title/position: Course instructor Qualifications: PhD and established research expertise, or equivalent professional experience in the field of the history of reading and reader reception is strongly preferred. University-level teaching experience in this field, with evidence of successful teaching, is preferred. Strong written and oral communication skills are essential. Evidence of active research interests and of ability to mentor students in research projects is required. Brief description of duties: Teach the course based on syllabus and assignment guidelines provided by the program, mark assignments and tests in a timely fashion, hold one office hour per week. Follow College and University code of conduct and policies. Course description: This course explores the history of reading. Attention is given to pivotal episodes in this history with a focus on its changing modes and shifting cultural significance. By surveying the habits, institutions, and aims of reading, students in this course will gain a greater understanding of its rich history and its complex evolution, and be enabled to reflect on the critical place of reading in their daily lives.
Please note as of the posting date for this position, the course is designated to be offered in-person.
Salary: $8,489.50 Estimated course enrolment: 50 Estimated TA support: 25 hours Class schedule: Fridays: 12-2. Dates of appointment: September 1, 2023, to January 8, 2024. Application process: Applicants should submit a letter of application, a CV, a short writing sample (no more than 5 pages) demonstrating expertise in the area (or a closely related area) covered by this course, and the names of two referees to: University of St. Michael’s College c/o Office of the Principal
email: usmc.principalsoffice@utoronto.ca
We reserve the right to interview candidates if necessary.
Disclaimer: Please note that this position is tentative, pending funding, final course determinations and enrolments. This job is posted in accordance with the CUPE 3902 Unit 4 Collective Agreement.
We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those considered for an interview will be contacted.
The University of St. Michael’s College is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons/persons of colour, women, Indigenous/Aboriginal people of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ persons, people who take a religiously informed view of human experience, and others who may contribute to further diversification of ideas.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
If you require accessibility accommodation, please contact Human Resources at 416-926-1300 ext. 7191 or hr.stmikes@utoronto.ca