Application Restrictions
Open to both Internal and externalJob Type:Faculty (Sessional)Posting In effect from13/11/2025
Closing Application Date:26/11/2025
Applications will be reviewed commencing the closing application date and may continue until the position is filled.

Instructional TypeAcademic Access(max 546 hrs)Anticipated Start Date12/1/2026Position End Date (If Applicable)29/4/2026DUTIES

The University and Employment Preparation Department (Faculty of Education and Social Work) at Thompson Rivers University invites applications for a sessional faculty member (or members) to teach three sections of BIOL 0600 in Winter 2026.

BIOL 0600 - Human Biology

ABE - Provincial: A study of the major principles of human anatomy and physiology from the origin of atoms and elements through to the structure and function of molecules, cells, tissues, organs and body systems. Introduces the basic principles of Genetics and Evolution. Laboratory work involves organizing observations, drawing conclusions and effective communication. Prerequisite: CHEM 0500 Required Lab: BIOL 0600L.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's degree in a relevant field (required) 
• At least one degree in science in a relevant field (required) 
• Teaching Certificate or Instructor’s Diploma or 5 years teaching experience (required) 
• Experience teaching students whose educational, social, and economic backgrounds are diverse, and for whom previous school experience may have been challenging (required) 
• Demonstrated evidence of scholarly teaching (required) 
• Experience teaching in a laboratory setting (required)
• Minimum of 5 years teaching experience in ABE science courses (preferred) 
• Skills in building intercultural understanding, empathy and mutual respect (TRC CA 63) (preferred) 
• Experience integrating Indigenous knowledge and teaching methods (TRC CA 62) (preferred) 
• Teaching excellence including developing culturally appropriate curricula (TRC CA 10) (preferred)

Pay Band$113.21 - $113.21 ( Sessional Faculty - Academic Access Programs (per hour) )Location:Kamloops, BC CA (Primary)

# of Hires Needed:2
Organizational Unit:Thompson Rivers University -> Faculty of Education and Social Work -> University and Employment Preparation
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.