NOTICE OF POSTING
For Sessional Faculty
The School of Interdisciplinary Science invites applications for the following teaching position to be offered in the Fall 2026 Session.
Date of Posting: June 8 – June 22, 2026 (inclusive)
Department Contact: Devon Jones
Applications Addressed to: Dr. Sarah Symons, Acting Director, School of Interdisciplinary Science (please apply via Mosaic)
Course Name(s)/Number(s): LIFESCI 3G03 – Introduction to Epidemiology
Term: Fall 2026
Number of Section(s) Available: 1
Number of Units per Section: 3
Location (on/off campus): in person on campus
Projected Enrollment: 150
Projected TA Support: 3 TAs x130hrs
Wage Rate: $9,435.73 as per schedule “A” of the CUPE, Local 3906, Unit 2 Collective Agreement
Start Time and Duration Lectures: Tuesdays 4:30P.M.-6:20P.M., Thursday 4:30P.M.-5:20P.M. (tentative)
Course Description/Relevant Employment Duties
LIFESCI 3G03 – Introduction to Epidemiology
Basic principles of epidemiology, including clinical study design, measures of disease risk and mortality, diagnostic test characteristics and applications to public health.
Lectures (three hours); one term
Required Qualifications
Ph.D. preferred, or combination of relevant education and teaching experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Research and teaching experience is preferred, with a background in public health, global health, epidemiology, or infectious diseases.
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(a) The employee may be eligible to receive supplemented fees in accordance with Schedule C of the Collective Agreement. 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
We ask all candidates to apply online through the MOSAIC portal - http://www.workingatmcmaster.ca/careers .
Please submit the following by June 22nd, 2026:
1. A cover letter stating your intent to apply for the position (including your address, phone number, and email address) and emphasizing your experience with the material to be taught.
2. A resume listing your academic qualifications and relevant employment experience.
3. Information necessary to determine your current and aggregate seniority (as defined by Article 20 of the Unit 2 Collective Agreement). www.cupe3906.org/unit-2-seniority-information/
4. Names and contact information of two references. Applicants will not be required to submit reference letters as part of their application.
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) or Nina Bovair at ext. 23850 to communicate accommodation needs.
