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RLG207H5F: Introduction to Sikhism

Date Posted: 06/24/2026

Req ID: 48966

Faculty/Division: UofT Mississauga

Department: UTM: Historical Studies

Campus: University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM)

Existing Vacancy: Yes

Course Description: This course surveys the history of Sikhism from its beginnings as a devotional movement in late medieval Punjab to its transformation during the colonial period. Students will learn about the historical development of core Sikh doctrines, practices, and institutions.

Estimated Course Enrolment: 75

Estimated TA Support: 125

Class Schedule: Fridays, 9:00-11:00

Sessional Dates of Appointment: September 1, 2026 - December 31, 2026

Salary

Sessional Lecturer I

$9,997.48

Sessional Lecturer I - Long Term

$10,699.22

Sessional Lecturer II

$10,699.22

Sessional Lecturer II - Long Term

$10,953.96

Sessional Lecturer III

$10,953.96

Sessional Lecturer III - Long Term

$11,228.90

Please note that should rates stipulated in the Collective Agreement vary from rates stated in this posting, the rates stated in the Collective Agreement shall prevail.

Qualifications: Ph.D. in Religion or closely related discipline. Mastery/competency in the subject area, as related to the course description, is required. Demonstrated effectiveness as an instructor. Preference will be given to applicants who have experience teaching a similar course.

Description of Duties: Preparation and delivery of course content; development, administration and marking of assignments, tests and exams; dealing with student inquires; calculation and submission of grades (including any grading or submission of grades not completed by the end of session: December 31, 2026 for the F session and April 30, 2027 for the S); holding regular office hours; supervising TAs (if any) assigned to the course.

Application Instructions: (Please note, applicants are not required to create a profile or apply through SucessFactors)

Applicants are required to submit a cover letter, Curriculum Vitae (CV) and a completed CUPE Local 3902 Unit 3 Employment Application Form to the Chair, Department of Historical Studies by e-mail to: hsjobs@utoronto.ca. CVs will be used to help determine an applicant’s mastery in the subject matter. Candidates should provide results of teaching evaluations, when available.

Closing Date: 07/12/2026, 11:59PM EDT

This job is posted in accordance with the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 Collective Agreement.

It is understood that some announcements of vacancies are tentative, pending final course determinations and enrolment. Should rates stipulated in the Collective Agreement vary from rates stated in this posting, the rates stated in the Collective Agreement shall prevail.

Preference in hiring is given to qualified individuals who have advanced to the rank of Sessional Lecturer II or Sessional Lecturer III in accordance with Article 14:12 of the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 Collective Agreement.

Candidates who are members of Indigenous, Black, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity deserving groups are encouraged to apply, and their lived experience shall be taken into consideration as applicable to the position.

Please note: Undergraduate or graduate students and postdoctoral fellows of the University of Toronto are covered by the CUPE 3902 Unit 1 Collective Agreement rather than the Unit 3 collective Agreement and should not apply for positions posted under the Unit 3 Collective Agreement.

Diversity Statement

The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission.

As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see http://uoft.me/UP.

Accessibility Statement

The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission.

The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.

If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact uoft.careers@utoronto.ca.

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