[Hiring] Sessional Lecturer - An Introduction to Categorical Data Analysis @University of Toronto

Role Description

MSC1123H F (0.25 FCE) An Introduction to Categorical Data Analysis. Categorical data is a type of qualitative data that involves grouping observations into categories instead of measuring them numerically. It is a common form of data found in many branches of science, so the ability to work effectively with categorical data is an important skill for researchers to possess. This course will provide students with the knowledge and skills to perform and interpret categorical data analysis involving:

• Contingency tables
• Logistic regression models

The statistical software package R with the R Studio interface will be used. Both descriptive and inferential statistical methods will be covered.

Estimated course enrolment: 25

Estimated TA support: none

Class schedule: Online

Sessional dates of appointment: September 1, 2026 to December 31, 2026

Salary (In accordance with the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 Collective Agreement):

• Sessional Lecturer I - $4,998.74
• Sessional Lecturer I – Long Term - $5,349.61
• Sessional Lecturer II - $5,349.61
• Sessional Lecturer II – Long Term - $5,476.98
• Sessional Lecturer III - $5,476.98
• Sessional Lecturer III – Long Term - $5,614.45

Qualifications

• Master’s or PhD degree in Statistics/Biostatistics or related discipline
• Solid understanding of generalized linear models and categorical data analysis
• Demonstrated effective teaching experience in a college or university setting
• Preference for applicants with previous experience teaching categorical data analysis
• Prior experience teaching graduate students is preferred

Requirements

• Preparation and delivery of course content
• Development, administration, and marking of assignments, tests, and exams
• Calculation and submission of grades
• Holding regular office hours

Application Procedure

Please email your CV and CUPE 3902 Unit 3 application form with “MSC1123H Fall 2026 Sessional Lecturer Application” in the subject line to Sobiga Vyravanathan at [email protected] by June 8, 2026.

Closing Date

06/08/2026, 11:59PM EDT

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.