Sessional Lecturer, INF2102H - Geographic Information Systems (GIS) in Libraries

University of Toronto
Faculty of Information

Sessional Lecturer

Fall Term 2026 (September – December)

Course Description:

This course (INF2102H — Geographic Information Systems (GIS) in Libraries) explores the critical issues, practices, and evolving trends in the management of cartographic and geospatial data collections and services. It provides an in-depth examination of the roles librarians, archivists, and other information professionals play in the context of Geographic Information Systems (GIS), with a focus on both academic and government environments. The course also touches on GIS applications in the private sector, non-profits, and community-based initiatives.

Estimate of the course enrolment: 50

Estimate of TA Support: Estimate of 75 hours with enrollment of 36 or greater. Allocation of TA hours, if any, will be based on enrolment numbers.

Class Schedule: TBD. You are required to be located in geographical proximity to the applicable University premises in order to attend and perform your duties on University premises as of the Starting Date.

Sessional dates of appointment: September 1, 2026 – Desember 31, 2026

Salary:
Sessional Lecturer I: $10,889
Sessional Lecturer I Long Term: $11,652
Sessional Lecturer II $11,652
Sessional Lecturer II Long Term: $11,924
Sessional Lecturer III: $11,924
Sessional Lecturer III Long Term: $12,202

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: Preferably candidates will have a completed, or nearly completed, PhD degree in an area related to the course or a Master’s degree plus extensive professional experience in an area related to the course. Teaching experience is preferred.

Brief description of duties: Preparing course materials; delivering course content (e.g., seminars, lectures, and labs); developing and administering course assignments, tests & exams; grading; holding regular office hours.

Application Deadline: May. 28, 2026

Application Process: