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Course position
LMP330H1: Genetic and Computational Modeling in Human Development and Disease (0.167 FCE)
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Course Description
Enrolment is limited to students in the Pathobiology specialist program in the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathobiology.
This course introduces the use and impact of genetic model systems and organisms in exploring aspects of human reproduction, development, aging and disease.
We will highlight ethical issues in animal research, genetic manipulation, and disease modeling.
This course also introduces the bioinformatics concepts and methods used in biological data analysis.
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# of Available Positions and FCE
0.167 FCE x 1 position
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Dates of Appointment
September 1, 2026 – December 31, 2026
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Class Schedule
Tuesday 9am-11am (class) and Tuesday 11am-12pm (tutorial)
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Estimated course enrollment:
Approximately 30 students
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Estimated TA support:
1 Teaching Assistant (70 hours)
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Salary (0.167FCE):
Sessional Lecturer I - $3,339.16
Sessional Lecturer I – Long Term - $3,573.54
Sessional Lecturer II - $3,573.54
Sessional Lecturer II – Long Term - $3,658.62
Sessional Lecturer III - $3,658.62
Sessional Lecturer III – Long Term - $3,750.45
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.
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Minimum Qualifications
PhD student in computer science or in a health science discipline with a strong background in machine learning and its application in biomedical research. Excellent programming skills in Python are required.
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Preferred Qualifications
Extensive research experience with applying ML in biomedical research is preferred.
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Duties
Teaching three weekly two-hour classes on topics introducing computational methods and machine learning to undergraduate students. The duties will also creating examination assignments and examination questions covering the material presented to students, as well as reviewing a debate among students. Duties of this position shall be performed at the St. George campus.
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APPLICATION DEADLINE is August 17, 2026 (Emergency Posting - may be closed sooner if a successful applicant is found)
Please be advised that only selected applicants will be invited for an interview. However, all applicants will be notified of the outcome of their application.
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Policies
This job is posted in accordance with the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 Collective Agreement.
It 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 Statement
The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons / persons of colour, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.
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 http://uoft.me/UP.
Accessibility Statement
The 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 uoft.careers@utoronto.ca.
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Inquiries
Please contact lmp.undergrad@utoronto.ca for questions about this position.
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A special link to resume the form will be sent to your email address.
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