Program Title: Prospective Professors in Training (PPIT) - Professional Development Series   Program Description: PPIT introduces participants to curriculum, teaching, and learning within the context of engineering education, and provides participants with learning opportunities to support the development of a research program. Participants learn about applying for academic positions and the construction of effective application materials. Finally, the program helps participants build the knowledge and tools required to balance time and resources between teaching, research, and administration.   Estimated Enrolment: 40 PhD candidates and postdoctoral fellows   Number of Positions: 1   Posting end date: July 17, 2026   Dates of appointment: August 1, 2026 – August 30, 2026   Hours: 10 hrs – 40  hrs (dependent on number of submissions) Salary: CUPE minimum salary rates are: Writing Instructor 1 - $55.46/hr plus 4% vacation pay; Writing Instructor 1 Long Term - $59.62/hr plus 4% vacation pay; Writing Instructor 2 - $59.62/hr plus 6% vacation pay; Writing Instructor 2 Long Term - $61.05/hr plus 6% vacation pay; Writing Instructor 2 (priority) - $61.38/hr plus 6% vacation pay and Writing Instructor 2 (priority) Long Term- $62.82/hr plus 6% vacation pay. Should rates stipulated in the Collective Agreement vary from rates stated in this posting, the rates stated in the Collective Agreement shall prevail. Minimum Qualifications At least a Master’s degree in an appropriate discipline (such as, but not limited to, Communication, English, Engineering, Education, Technology Studies) with strong written and oral communication skills.   Preferred Qualifications A PhD in an appropriate discipline (as above). Familiarity with engineering communication practices or other experience is also highly desirable. Previous experience as a Writing Instructor for the Prospective Professors in Training (PPIT) program is considered an asset.   Description of Duties The Writing Instructor will be responsible for assessing a set of academic dossiers from PhD candidates and postdoctoral fellows in PPIT. The academic dossier will include a cover letter, CV, research statement, teaching statement, and positionality statement, as well as selected supporting material. A focus will be on providing high-quality and precise feedback, allowing the participants to improve their work. A set of clear criteria for assessment will be provided, and the Writing Instructor will work with the supervisor in ensuring effective feedback. Specifically, the Writing Instructor will:  

Provide feedback on academic dossiers (including research statement, teaching statement, CV and cover letter) for a group of PhD candidates and postdoctoral fellows  Meet with supervisor to discuss trends/areas for consideration regarding further resources for participants            Carry out all duties online

  Application Procedure: Applicants should submit: 

Unit 3 application form  Application documents must be submitted via the link found in the application form in one (1) file. 

If during the application and/or selection process you require accommodation due to a disability, please contact Chanelle Small-Reid at istep.academic@utoronto.ca    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 advanced to the rank of Writing Instructor 2 or Writing Instructor 2 (Priority) in accordance with Article 14:12 of the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 collective agreement. 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.    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. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.