Sessional Faculty – Kinesiol 3rp3 – Fall 2026/Wint
City : Hamilton
Category : Other
Industry : Education
Employer : McMaster University
NOTICE OF POSTING
For Sessional Faculty
The Department of Kinesiology invites applications for the following teaching position to be offered in the 2026-2027 session.
Date of Posting: Tuesday May 26, 2026 to Tuesday June 9, 2026
Department Contact: Dr. Krista Howarth, Associate Chair Undergraduate Studies (howartkr@mcmaster.ca)
Course Name(s)/Number(s): KINESIOL 3RP3 - Kinesiology Research Practicum
Term: Fall 2026 and Winter 2027
Number of Section(s) Available: 1
Number of Units per Section: 3
Location (on/off campus): McMaster Central Campus (in-person)
Projected Enrollment: 80
Projected TA Support: 130 hours
Start Time and Duration: Schedule TBD
Wage Rate: $9,435.73 (See Schedule “A” of current CUPE 3906 Unit 2 Collective Agreement)
Course Description/Relevant Employment Duties:
This placement course provides students in Honours Kinesiology the opportunity to explore different research laboratory experiences within the Department of Kinesiology. Students will complete a final paper related to the research laboratory experience. Students are responsible for arranging a suitable laboratory experience and supervision (from a Kinesiology faculty member).
The instructor will be responsible for liaising with all faculty supervisors associated with the course, delivery of in-person lectures, and will be expected to follow the current assessment structure used for the course (Winter 2026 Course Outline).
Required Qualifications:
PhD. in Kinesiology (preferred) or related discipline with research based experiential education experience. Successful candidate will be responsible for developing course content, however the current course instructor will make available all course materials (e.g., lecture notes, presentation slides, etc.) should the candidate wish to refer to them.
Preferred Qualifications:
Previous experience coordinating and/or teaching a research based experiential education course.
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 In addition to the wages as set out in Article 15.01 and Schedule A of the Collective Agreement, the employee shall be eligible to receive supplemented fees as set out in this Article and Schedule B. 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:
Please submit the following by Tuesday June 9, 2026:
- 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.
- A resume listing your academic qualifications and relevant employment experience.
- 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/
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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).