Sessional Lecturer - Oshawa, Canada - Ontario Tech University

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Sessional Lecturer - LGLS 2500U Information and Privacy Law - Winter 2024

Tracking Code:
req767

Faculty of Social Science and Humanities

Number of Sections: 1

Appointment Type:
Limited Term

Salary Grade:
Administered in accordance with the Collective Agreement

Posting Date:
August 2, 2023

Closing Date:
August 22, 2023

Course Name and Number:
LGLS 2500U - Information and Privacy Law

Location of classes:
Downtown Oshawa Campus Location and/or Online

Course Start Date:
January 8, 2024

Course End Date:
April 26, 2024

Reporting to the Dean the Sessional Lecturer provides instruction to undergraduate students in the Legal Studies and Communication and Digital Media Studies Programs within the Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities.

Responsibilities/Accountabilities:

The primary responsibility of the applicant is to (develop and) teach a theoretically, methodologically sophisticated and relevant course at the university level within the parameters of the course description listed above.

In keeping with a technology-enhanced learning environment utilizing laptop computers and wireless connectivity, the Sessional Lecturer will deliver the course using a technology-enhanced learning approach that includes a variety of inclusive teaching and learning strategies and assessments.

The Sessional Lecturer will prepare, deliver and grade all course material and assignments and be available for consultation with students during and following completion of the course session.

Qualifications:

Required Skills:

A proven commitment to providing innovative and inclusive teaching strategies
Evidence of an ability to work in a collaborative environment
Excellent communication skills with an ability to maintain effective relationships with a range of faculty, staff and students
Demonstrated knowledge and experience with the Learning Management System, Canvas
Proven experience managing large classes and diverse populations
Experience coordinating and supervising Teaching Assistants as applicable
Excellent organizational skills are needed to effectively manage course delivery, assess student achievement—for example, through marking assignments and exams— and respond to student enquiries in a timely manner
Demonstrated knowledge of the Canadian legal system and legal research methods, including a capacity to find and analyze primary legal sources.
Demonstrated ability to situate law in historical and social context and to engage in critical analysis of law.

Education:

A J.D. or LL.B. and a graduate degree or direct practice in the above.

Experience:

Teaching and/or research experience in the area of information and privacy law and/or policy in a postsecondary environment is required.
Preference will be given to applicants with experience in the practice of law in the applicable area.

Priority will be given to an Internal Applicant who has taught any course for the University in three (3) different sessions in the past thirty-six (36) months, provided they meet the requirements for the position as outlined in the job posting.

How to Apply:

Ontario Tech University respects people's different needs and therefore will take all reasonable steps to ensure accommodation for applicants where appropriate.

The University is also committed to ensuring that confidentiality is maintained throughout all aspects of the recruitment cycle.

If you require accommodation, please contact Julie Day, Health and Disability Management Specialist. For more information about the universities policies for accommodating employees with disabilities please review the university's Accessibility Policy.

The university acknowledges the lands and people of the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation which is covered under the Williams Treaties.

We are situated on the Traditional Territory of the Mississaugas, a branch of the greater Anishinaabeg Nation which includes Algonquin, Ojibway, Odawa and Pottawatomi.

Job Location:
Oshawa, ON, Canada