Sessional Lecturer – WRR303H1S: Digital Rhetoric
University of Toronto
Job Posting for Sessional LecturerThis job is posted in accordance with the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 Collective AgreementCourse number and title: WRR303H1S: Digital RhetoricCourse description: Rhetoric, media, and philosophy have co-evolved in a myriad of ways that merit careful reflection. This line of inquiry is especially germane in the early 21st century, a period marked by rapid technological transformation, ever-new digital modes of persuasion, and emerging ideas about the philosophical implications of this ever-changing configuration. This course applies ancient and contemporary ideas about rhetoric and media philosophy to phenomena such as the transformation of discourse, the metamorphosis of the economy under conditions of digital capitalism, the rise of blogging and social media, and the rhetoricity of online dating.Estimated enrolment: 45 studentsTA support: 75 hoursClass schedule:*Please note, the delivery method for this course is currently in-person. Please note that, in keeping with current circumstances, the course delivery method may change as determined by the Faculty or the CollegeSessional dates of appointment: January 1, 2026 to April 30, 2026Salary:
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:
Preferred qualifications:
Description of duties:The Sessional Lecturer will teach the full course and prepare and submit all final marks. A Teaching Assistant will aid the Sessional Instructor in the grading. In addition, the Sessional Lecturer will hold office hours each week and answer student questions by email and/or appointment.Application instructions:Applicants must submit an updated curriculum vitae, evidence of teaching in the relevant area (including student evaluations, if available), and the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 application form located here: to .Application deadline: Monday, June 9, 2025 at 11:59PM EDTIt 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.All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.Diversity StatementThe University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission.As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see .Accessibility StatementThe 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.If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact . Toronto, ON
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