Sessional - Faculty Biology - BIOL 1040, BIOL 2170

Application Restrictions Open to both Internal and external Job Type Faculty (Sessional) Posting In effect from 1/5/2026 Closing Application Date 15/5/2026 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 25/5/2026 Position End Date (If Applicable) 31/12/2026

Duties

Description: 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 currently seeking Ecologists to deliver ecology related instruction across 1st and 2nd year and coordinate laboratory field experiences. Candidates will be responsible for the following courses: Summer: Biology 2170 lab coordination (Introduction to Ecology) (1.5 credits).

Fall

• Biology 2170 Lecture (3 credits) Biology 2170 Laboratory instruction (2 credits) Biology 2170 Laboratory Teaching Assistant supervision (0.75 credits) Biology 1040 Lecture (Biology of the Environment) (3 credits) Biology 1040 Laboratory instruction and preparation (2.5 credits)
• Roles and responsibilities:
• The instructors will lead these lecture and laboratory-based courses.
• They will coordinate the ecology field and on campus instruction in the Introduction to Ecology lab.
• They will supervise, manage and evaluate teaching assistants in the ecology lab.
• The instructor will create, administer and grade quizzes and examinations throughout the semester.
• Provide feedback in relation to finding students lab and lecture assignments.
• Grade and provide feedback on student written submissions throughout the semester. For further information on course content, please see the TRU Academic Calendar at https://www.tru.ca/campus/current/calendar.html

Qualifications

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. Pay Band $2,575.50 - $2,575.50 ( Sessional Faculty - Academic (per credit) ) Location Kamloops, BC CA (Primary) # of Hires Needed 2 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.