SL383493-Fall 2026-PHYS*1500 Introductory Mechanics

Sessional Lecturer Work Assignment
Sessional Lecturer, Unit 2
Academic Unit: 
Physics
Semester(s) of Assignment(s): 
Fall 2026
Number of Available Work Assignment(s) / Sections: 
1
Level of Work Assignment(s): 
1
Right of First Refusal (RoFR)
A Sessional Lecturer holds a RoFR (i.e., for a particular course) if they have successfully taught the course in the past six (6) semesters. A SL who holds a RoFR to this course is required to exercise their right by way of the online hiring system. Also see: What is Right of First Refusal (RoFR)?
A Sessional Lecturer Currently Holds a Right of First Refusal for this Course: 
No
Course Details
Course Number: 
PHYS*1500
Course Name: 
Introductory Mechanics
Course Format: 
In-Class
Course Description: 
See Course Calendar
Other Course Description or Assignment Information: 
This is a foundational course for students in B.Sc. physical sciences majors. This course develops the concepts of mechanics as applied to translational and rotational kinematics and dynamics, equilibrium of rigid bodies, oscillations, and waves, with the goal of ensuring students have a key understanding of these fundamentals to start their physical science education career. This course has technical and GTA support.
Projected Class Enrolment: 
90
Anticipated Duties and Responsibilities
Anticipated Duties and Responsibilities: 
Orientation-Training
Office Hours
Preparation
Student Consultation
Lecturing
Email Correspondence/Monitoring
Conducting Labs/Seminars
TA Coordination Meetings
Invigilating Exams
Grading
Other Duties (specified below)
Other Duties Described: 
(1) Work with Undergraduate Laboratory Supervisor with any student concerns over lab deadlines, regrades, etc to ensure effective and consistent communication. (2) Course should be designed and delivered within an inclusive and accessible learning environment. (3) Preparation and delivery of the course material in an organized and effective manner. (4) Effective and professional communication. (5) Provide office hours and prompt student email consultation, including student emails and concerns, as required. (6) Submission of a final and deferred exam, if applicable, to Department ahead of the exam period. (7) Invigilate final exam if there is a final exam. Must be available for the entirety of the final exam period. (8) Timely and accurate submission of final grades as per departmental deadline. (9) Health and Safety online courses, if not previously completed. Following the end of the semester, as per Article 14.10(a) in the CUPE 3913 Unit 2 Collective Agreement, you may also be requested to perform work as outlined therein, including deferrals. Reimbursement will be paid in accordance with Schedule ‘B’ of the Collective Agreement upon submission of the extra hours and dates worked to the Department Chair provided the Department Chair and Sessional previously agreed to the specific work/hours/dates
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
Degree: 
Masters related to field
Prior Teaching Experience: 
Many years of successful teaching related to contents of the course.
Required competence, capability, skill and ability related to course content: 
Expertise with Physics teaching. Expertise in lab teaching and development. Expertise in development of tutorial content & quizzes.
Preferred Qualifications
Degree: 
PhD related to field
Prior Teaching Experience: 
Many years of successful teaching related to contents of the course.
Specific Preferred competence, capability, skill and ability related to course content: 
Experience in working closely with teaching assistants to provide guidance/mentorship in running labs and tutorials.
Days Required and Wages
Days and Times Required: 
Lectures: M/W/F 10:30 - 11:20 AM
Period of the Work Agreement (Start Date and End Date): 
September 8, 2026 to December 24, 2026
Wages (per semester, per full-load): 
minimum $8,838.51 (effective 2025/26)
Other Posting Information
Application Deadline (All postings will automatically expire at 11:59 pm on this day): 
Friday, July 24, 2026
Posting Email Contact: 
phys0285@uoguelph.ca
Hiring Contact Information: 
R. Baker, Administrative Officer, Physics, CCMPS, Guelph, ON N1G 2W1 email: physadmin@uoguelph.ca

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All applicants must be eligible to work in Canada specifically at the University of Guelph before applying for an academic work assignment. All successful applicants must perform their work in Ontario and must be able to attend on-campus in-person meetings as required.