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What is the role of a Sessional - Faculty - BIOL 1110; 3060; 3520 at Thompson Rivers University?

The Sessional - Faculty - BIOL 1110; 3060; 3520 position at Thompson Rivers University is a Full-time or part-time position opportunity in the Education / Teaching / Administration field.

Where is this Sessional - Faculty - BIOL 1110; 3060; 3520 job located?

Kamloops, British Columbia, V2C 0C8, Canada

What type of employment is offered for this Sessional - Faculty - BIOL 1110; 3060; 3520 role?

Full-time or part-time position

What industry does this Sessional - Faculty - BIOL 1110; 3060; 3520 position belong to?

Education / Teaching / Administration

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Compensation will be discussed during the hiring process.

Sessional - Faculty - BIOL 1110; 3060; 3520 job near me in Kamloops, British Columbia at Thompson Rivers University | Jobs and Employment

Application Restrictions

Open to both Internal and external

Job Type:

Faculty (Sessional)

Posting In effect from

19/10/2026

Closing Application Date:

30/10/2026

Applications will be reviewed commencing the closing application date and may continue until the position is filled.

Instructional Type

Academic/Career(max 24 credits)

Anticipated Start Date

4/1/2027

Position End Date (If Applicable)

28/4/2027

DUTIES

The Department of Biological Sciences at Thompson Rivers University is made up of a diverse and collaborative group of faculty offering a B.Sc. degree with majors in: Biology; Animal Biology; Ecology and Environmental Biology; Cellular, Molecular and Microbial Biology; and, in collaboration with the Department of Physical Sciences, Chemical Biology. Cross-cutting themes include: the evolutionary frameworks guiding fundamental and applied ecology; responses of humans and diverse living communities to external stressors, including cellular responses; the use of classical and modern statistical, bioinformatic, and genomic tools to interrogate hypotheses and develop solutions for environmental problems. Core to these themes is a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching and mentorship, collaboration within the Department and with colleagues across campus, participation in undergraduate Honours and MSc programs, and developing a positive environment where students are encouraged to grow as independent learners and critical thinkers.

We are seeking multiple sessional hires for Winter 2027 term.
First, we seek an instructor to teach two lecture sections of BIOL 1110: Principles of Biology 1 (6 credits total). BIOL 1110, with a focus on cellular & molecular biology, and genetics, is part of the first-year Biological Sciences course sequence.

Roles and responsibilities:

The instructor will lead this lecture-based course.
The instructor will create, administer and grade quizzes and examinations throughout the semester.

Second, we seek an instructor to teach 50% of BIOL 3060: Medical Microbiology, a majors lecture course. The course will be co-taught with another TRU faculty member (1.5 credits).
Roles and responsibilities:

The instructor will lead this lecture-based course.
The instructor will create, administer and grade quizzes and examinations throughout the semester.

Third, we seek instructors to teach four laboratory sections for BIOL 3520: Cell Physiology (2 credits per lab; 8 credits total).
Roles and responsibilities:

The instructor will lead 3-h laboratory sessions.
The instructor will create, administer and grade quizzes and examinations throughout the semester.

For further information on course content, please see the TRU Academic Calendar at https://www.tru.ca/campus/current/calendar.html
Candidates will have completed a PhD in Biology or a related discipline, along with demonstrated teaching experience at the university level. Applicants with an M.Sc. and demonstrated experience may also be considered.
Hiring for this position is subject to final budgetary approval.

QUALIFICATIONS

PhD or MSc in Biology related discipline.

Pay Band

$2,732.34 - $2,732.34 ( Sessional Faculty - Academic (per credit) )

Location:

Kamloops, BC CA (Primary)

# of Hires Needed:

Organizational Unit:

Thompson Rivers University -> Faculty of Science -> Biological Sciences

Diversity and Inclusion Commitment:

Thompson Rivers University is strongly committed to hiring based on merit with a focus on fostering diversity of thought within our community. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our staff, our faculty and its scholarship including, but not limited to, women, Indigenous, Black and People of Colour, persons with disabilities and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, however applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

NOTE: To learn more about Thompson Rivers University or living in Kamloops or Williams Lake please visit our Careers website. External Candidates invited to interview will be required to bring a copy of their transcripts to the interview.

Sessional - Faculty - BIOL 1110; 3060; 3520 in Kamloops, British Columbia at Thompson Rivers University

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