Sessional Appointments – Winter 2027
Chemistry and Biochemistry
The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry intends to offer the following courses, in person, during the Winter 2027 semester which might not be staffed by full-time faculty members as part of their normal teaching load. In accordance with section 54-07 of the 2021-2025 Collective Agreement, the department invites applications from suitably qualified individuals who are interested in teaching the following courses.
Courses
CHEM-1110 – General Chemistry II. A continuation of CHEM-1100 covering topics such as chemical kinetics, general equilibrium theory, acid-base theory, chemical thermodynamics, and introduction to organic chemistry. (Prerequisite: CHEM-1100.) (3 lecture, 3 laboratory/tutorial hours a week.)
BIOC-8700 – Human Physiology and Mechanisms of Diseases. This course will cover the field of physiology as it relates to the further understanding, diagnostics, treatment, and human disease-mechanisms of disease. The course is taught from a holistic approach that provides key insights into cellular physiology and associated molecular aspects of biology related to human disease. The course will outline the principles and practice of cell and molecular physiology, pathological pathways, molecular pathogenesis, and molecular mechanisms of disease. It will be followed by investigations and discussion on the practice of molecular medicine and the translational aspects of molecular pathology: molecular diagnostics, molecular assessment, and personalized medicine. Students will be engaged in presentations and discussions of current and future industry trends, medical and research discoveries that are translational by enhancing the identification, diagnosis, and treatment of human diseases. Topics will include: molecular and cellular mechanisms of cancer; inflammation and immunology; cell death and regulation; stem cell and developmental biology; neurobiology; and gene regulation. (Enrolment restricted to MMB students.)
BIOC-8730 – Drugs: From Discovery to Market. This course will introduce students to the relevant concepts and applications of organic synthesis and chemical characterization that lead to the discovery and rational design of therapeutic agents. In addition, the course will cover the fundamentals of the clinical trials process and best regulatory practices in pharmaceutical industries. (Enrolment restricted to MMB students.)
BIOC-8740 – Protein Structure and Function. This course will review and examine the principles of protein structure and how it applies to protein function. Moreover, how protein function is controlled and functional genomics will also be considered. Methodologies used in protein structure determination including mass spectrometry and its applications will also be highlighted. The laboratory section of the course will focus on web based computational programs as they apply to protein structure and function. (Enrolment restricted to MMB students.)
BIOC-8760 – Clinical Biochemistry. Clinical Biochemistry is concerned with the analysis and testing of bodily fluids and tissues. This field is fundamental to patient care and contributes significantly to the diagnosis, treatment, monitoring and prognosis of disease processes. This course is designed to introduce students to the field by covering areas including quality control in clinical testing, automation, clinical enzymology and biomarker discovery. In addition, the course will focus on the design, testing and commercialization of specific clinical tests for: liver function, abnormalities in lipid metabolism, diabetes and related metabolic disorders, fertility, reproduction, cancer and therapeutic drug monitoring. Upon completion of the course the students will get a broad exposure of the current state of the technology for the analysis of clinical samples as well as learning the basic principles in design and testing of clinical assays for a wide range of analytes. (Enrolment restricted to MMB students.)
* Subject to budgetary approval and sufficient enrolment.
New applications are required to include the following materials
- A letter of application which includes:
- the course(s) applied for and a statement of citizenship/immigration status; and
- a brief statement explaining how the applicant's teaching and research background prepares them to teach the particular course for which they are applying
- A detailed and current curriculum vitae
- Evidence of qualifications (i.e., transcripts, certification of degrees, courses taken, dissertation and thesis topic, etc.)
- A teaching dossier and/or the following:
- a statement of teaching philosophy and interests (maximum of 250 words)
- indications of successful teaching (i.e., official SETs or equivalent for all courses taught)
- Two (2) letters of reference
- Minimum of a Master's degree or equivalent with preference for those with a Chemistry or related natural science background, with university teaching experience at the undergraduate level
All other candidates who have previously taught at the University of Windsor, Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry are strongly encouraged to provide an updated curriculum vitae and must provide one if it has been 3 years since they have taught in the department. Candidates should also provide a statement that explains how their teaching, research and professional experience prepares them to teach the particular course(s).
How to apply
Submit complete applications to Dr. Drew Marquardt by e-mail to chembiohead@uwindsor.ca.
Deadline: Monday, September 21, 2026
Only those who are successful will be contacted.
Posted: September 4, 2026
Forensic Science
The Faculty of Science invites applications from qualified individuals who are interested in teaching the following courses:
FRSC-1000-01 Introduction to Forensic Science. This course will survey the many disciplines of Forensic Science from the crime scene to the laboratory, and ultimately to the courtroom. It will incorporate expertise in crime scene and death investigations including bloodstain pattern analysis, forensic pathology, entomology, and anthropology. It will also include guest speakers from the fields of forensic biology, chemistry, and pattern and impression evidence. Guest lectures by a range of practicing forensic scientists will give students direct contact with these experts, and a greater understanding of the role they play in the collection, analysis and presentation of evidence in court (3 lecture hours). This course is restricted to forensic science majors.
IN PERSON
Mondays 5:30 pm – 8:20 pm (LEC)
FRSC-2007-01 Overview of Forensic Science. This course will introduce students to the various specializations of forensic science including forensic pathology; entomology; anthropology; toxicology; digital forensics; as well as DNA, blood stain and fingerprint analysis. The students will learn the theory and practices of forensic evidence identification and analysis. The course may not be used to fulfill the major requirements of any major or concentration in a forensic program. (3 lecture hours a week).
IN PERSON
Thursdays 7:00 – 9:50 pm (LEC)
FRSC-2101-01 Applied Crime Scene Techniques. This course will build upon the initial knowledge acquired during the prerequisite FRSC-1000 Introduction to Forensic Science course. It will involve the application of techniques used in the field of Crime Scene Investigation. The course will provide students with an introduction to the ethical, legal and professional practice requirements in forensic investigations. It will expand on the student's prior knowledge relating to evidence identification, collection and processing, by introducing practical laboratories that teach the student how to enhance, recover, and interpret evidence typically located at crime scenes. This can include fingerprint, footwear and tire impressions; firearms discharge residue; toolmarks; and basic bloodstain patterns. (This course is restricted to students enrolled in a forensic science major program.) (Prerequisites: FRSC-1000.) (3 lecture, 3 lab hours a week.)
IN PERSON
Thursdays 4:00 pm – 6:50 pm (LEC)
Tuesdays 5:30 pm – 8:20 pm (LAB)
FRSC-2190-91 Forensic Evidence and the Canadian Legal System. This course is designed as an introduction to the Common Law legal system in Canada and the place of forensic evidence in law. The following topics will be covered: the nature of law and the constitutional basis of legal authority in Canada; the court structure; the nature of the adversarial system and the criminal and civil process; burdens of proof and onus; a primer on the rules of evidence with special emphasis on the opinion of rule and the use of real and demonstrative evidence. (This course is restricted to students enrolled in a forensic science major program. 3 lecture hours per week.)
DISTANCE EDUCATION (One 3-hr lecture per week)
Remote Asynchronous online
FRSC-3101-01 Laboratory in Forensic Science. Laboratory methods used by forensic scientists can include physical, chemical, and biological techniques. This course is a survey of the techniques used, particularly for trace evidence, and the interpretation of the results. The goal of the course is to familiarize the student with not only the techniques but also their limitations, and the range of practices employed by professionals for the analysis of trace evidence. (Prerequisite: FRSC-1000, BIOL-1111 and CHEM-1110 and semester 5 standing or above. Enrollment in this course is limited to Bachelor of Forensic Science Program Majors.) (3 lecture, 3 lab hours a week).
IN PERSON
Mondays 4:30 – 7:20 pm (LEC)
Wednesdays 5:30 – 8:20 pm (LAB)
FRSC-3217-91 Forensic Serology and DNA Applications. This course introduces the detailed types, techniques, and analysis of the various important biological fluids and DNA. The course will provide insight into new emerging technologies and tools in forensic serological and DNA analysis. The course will also be important in understanding the issues and ethics involved in the analysis and presentation of these evidence types in court. (Pre-requisites: FRSC-1000 and BIOL-2111 or Instructor approval) (3 lecture hours a week).
DISTANCE EDUCATION (One 3-hr lecture per week)
Remote Asynchronous online
*The courses above are subject to budgetary approval and sufficient enrollment.
Qualifications: The successful candidate(s) should hold a Master's degree by the date of appointment; a Ph.D. degree is preferred.
Professional experience will be considered for equivalency to academic training.
Applications must include:
- A letter of interest in the position
- Letters of reference: one for internal candidates and two for external candidates
- A resume/CV outlining relevant experience, casework and/or training in forensic sciences or policing, as well as relevant service activities
- A teaching portfolio demonstrating evidence of teaching excellence. For example: SET scores or other teaching evaluations, course outlines, graduate courses taken, dissertation or thesis topics, evidence of successful teaching, and/or evidence of professional experience
- Specific requirements by course that should be clearly highlighted in the resume/CV:
- FRSC-2101-01: demonstrated qualifications as a forensic identification specialist (e.g. through the Ontario Police College) with crime scene field experience
- FRSC-2190-91: Degree in law or forensic science will be accepted
- FRSC-3101-01: MSc or higher degree in forensic science
- FRSC-3217-91: demonstrated qualifications as a forensic biologist with casework experience in a forensic laboratory
Note: Applicants who have submitted application packages for Forensic Science courses within the last 12 months may choose not to resubmit the same material(s) or may choose to submit modified versions to provide additional information. The latest SET/SPTs should be submitted.
Please submit your application to the attention of:
Forensic Science Program Chair
Dr. Shari Forbes
University of Windsor
401 Sunset Avenue
Windsor, ON N9A 3B4
forensic@uwindsor.ca
For additional information, contact the Faculty of Science at science@uwindsor.ca.
Deadline: Monday, September 21, 2026
GRADUATE ASSISTANT (GA) POSITIONS –
Winter 2027To be announced
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TEACHING ASSISTANT (TA) POSITIONS - Job Description and Application Information
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