Join the Renewed Seneca, The Next Seneca. At Seneca Polytechnic, we offer a flexible working environment that supports innovative thinking and encourages exploring new ideas and approaches. As we adapt to an ever-changing landscape, we continue to promote opportunities for career growth and development. We focus on health and well-being in all ways to provide great employee experience. Expand Perspectives. Spark Critical Thinking. Enrich The Learner Experience. Are you energized by supporting learners across a wide range of subject areas and passionate about fostering meaningful academic engagement? We’re looking for dedicated Facilitators to support high quality Liberal Studies courses in an asynchronous environment. In this role, you will guide learners through course content, encourage thoughtful discussion, monitor progress, and provide timely feedback that strengthens analytical thinking, broadens perspectives, and supports learner success throughout their program. What’s On Your Horizon Delivery Mode Online, Asynchronous Target Start date Fall Semester 2026 Responsibilities Facilitate engaging online learning experiences for undergraduate adult learners. Deliver course content, moderate discussions, and support learners using Seneca’s Blackboard LMS. Provide timely, constructive feedback and evaluate learner progress according to program standards. Maintain clear, professional written communication throughout the course. Collaborate with academic leadership on course delivery expectations as needed. What You Bring To Seneca Completed PhD In Astronomy, Astrophysics, or a closely related physical science area Demonstrated experience supporting undergraduate learners in a post secondary environment, including academic guidance, feedback, and learner engagement Proficiency using Blackboard or similar Learning Management Systems to facilitate online learning. Experience facilitating learning in an asynchronous online environment, including moderating discussions, providing timely feedback, and supporting learner success. Strong digital literacy, including proficiency with Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and common instructional technologies. Strong written communication skills, with the ability to provide clear, professional, and supportive feedback and to engage learners effectively in an online setting. Candidates with interdisciplinary backgrounds and the flexibility to teach multiple Liberal Studies breadth courses are strongly encouraged to apply. Job Details External Posting Date June 25, 2026 External Closing Date Posted Until Filled Job Type Contract, Part-Time Hours TBC Work Type Virtual Shift TBC Ideal Start Date 9/8/26 End Date 12/22/26 Number of Openings 1 Posting Intent Immediate Need Pay Range Job Category Faculty Pre‑Employment Verification Process Administrative and Support Positions For Administrative and Support roles, Seneca conducts standard pre‑employment verification after a conditional offer of employment is made. Faculty & Teaching Positions For professor positions, we require copies of official transcripts directly from the issuing institution or credential evaluation from World Education Services (WES) or International Credential Assessment Service (ICAS). However, we recommend that candidates gather any supporting documentation (e.g., unofficial transcripts, scan of credentials) in advance to support their applications in the event that they are successful in the hiring process. The compensation step will be determined based on receiving and verifying relevant formal education through official transcripts and relevant work experience, in accordance with the salary placement calculation process. Seneca Polytechnic at a Glance Seneca is Canada’s leading, and Ontario's first, polytechnic with more than 40,000 full-time students and 18,500 part-time students. Since opening our doors for the first time more than 55 years ago, we remain dedicated to getting our students career and world-ready. None of this happens without the exceptional employees of Seneca – the faculty, support staff and administrators – who show their commitment to our students and their success every day. The student experience. The employee experience. The community experience. The Seneca experience is a differentiator. Our Commitment We are proud to be building the equitable Seneca, and welcome applications from candidates who can contribute to the diversity of lived experiences, perspectives, and approaches. Joining Seneca means being part of an inclusive community working hard to dismantle barriers to access, student success, and employee potential. Learn more about how we are building an equitable Seneca Accessibility Seneca is committed to making employment opportunities accessible in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. Upon request, accommodation will be provided in all parts of the application and hiring process. If you require accommodation, please contact jobs@senecapolytechnic.ca.