NOTICE OF POSTING
For Sessional Faculty
The Department of Kinesiology invites applications for the following teaching position to be offered in the 2026-2027 session.
Date of Posting: Wednesday June 3, 2026 to Wednesday June 17, 2026
Department Contact: Dr. Jennifer Heisz, Physical Activity Centre of Excellence (PACE), Director
Course Name(s)/Number(s): PACE 1A01, 2A03, 3A03 – PACE Microcredential
Term: Fall 2026 and Winter 2027
Number of Section(s) Available: 1
Number of Units per Section: 3
Location (on/off campus): McMaster Central Campus (in-person)
Projected Enrollment: Up to ~180across all course offerings
Projected TA Support: 195 hours
Start Time and Duration: Schedule TBD
Wage Rate: $9,435.73 (See Schedule “A” of current CUPE 3906 Unit 2 Collective Agreement)
Course Description/Relevant Employment Duties:
This microcredential provides undergraduate students with an opportunity to integrate academic coursework with experiential learning focused on advancing health equity through physical activity, mobility, and community engagement. Students will develop a strong foundation in inclusive health promotion, build professional competencies alongside exercise and health professionals, and engage directly with community members through applied practice and volunteer experiences at PACE. The instructor will be responsible for overseeing the academic components of the course, including student communication, coordination with PACE supervisors, and delivery of the established course structure. The instructor will be expected to use the current assessment framework, including existing online lectures, assignments, rubrics, and related course materials provided by the PACE Director.
Required Qualifications:
Preferred qualifications include a PhD in Kinesiology, or a PhD, MSc, or a clinical degree in a related discipline. Candidates should have experience with experiential education, community-engaged learning, or applied health promotion. Preference will be given to candidates with experience working with clinical populations in community-based programs (example PACE).
Preferred Qualifications:
Previous experience teaching similar course material, particularly in Kinesiology, health promotion, physical activity, mobility, community engagement, or health equity.
McMaster University is located on the traditional territories of the Haudenosaunee and Mississauga Nations and, within the land protected by the “Dish With One Spoon” wampum agreement. In keeping with its Statement on Building an Inclusive Community with a Shared Purpose, McMaster University strives to embody the values of respect, collaboration and diversity, and has a strong commitment to employment equity. The diversity of our workforce is at the core of our innovation and creativity and strengthens our research and teaching excellence. The University seeks qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion. While all qualified candidates are invited to apply, we particularly welcome applications from women, persons with disabilities, First Nations, Metis and Inuit peoples, members of visible minorities, and LGBTQ+ persons.
- Supplemented Fees- 15.02 In addition to the wages as set out in Article 15.01 and Schedule A of the Collective Agreement, the employee shall be eligible to receive supplemented fees as set out in this Article and Schedule B. The actual rate of pay, when in excess of the base rate of pay is deemed to include any supplemented fees owing, to the extent of the excess amount. If the actual rate of pay is less than the sum of the base rate of pay and the supplemented fees owing then the employee shall receive the difference.
Application Procedure:
Please submit the following by Wednesday June 17, 2026:
Job applicants requiring accommodation to participate in the hiring process should contact the Human Resources Services Centre at 905-525-9140 ext. 222-HR (22247).
