Sessional Lecturer - MIE1721S - Reliability
Date Posted: 10/29/2026
Req ID: 50790
Faculty/Division: Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering
Department: Dept of Mechanical & Industrial Eng
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)
Existing Vacancy: Yes
Description:
Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering
Faculty of Applied Science and Engineering
University of Toronto
Job Posting – Sessional Lecturer Position
Winter Term 2027 (January to April)
This job is posted in accordance with the CUPE 3902 – Unit 3 Collective Agreement
The Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering seeks ONE Sessional Instructor for the following course:
Job Description:
Sessional Lecturer –
MIE1721S – Reliability
Job Field
CUPE 3902 Unit 3
Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering
Department:
Mechanical & Industrial Engineering
Campus
St. George (downtown Toronto)
Job Posting:
October 27, 2026
Job Closing:
November 3, 2026
Course number and title: MIE1721S – Reliability
Course description: The goal of the course is to introduce students to principles of reliability from a practical point of view. The course covers principles of quality, principles of reliability, reliability of systems, failure rate data and models, quality and reliability in design and manufacturing, and reliability and availability in maintenance including cost models. Some other topics could be covered, depending on timing. A moderate knowledge of probability and statistics is a requirement.
Estimated course enrolment (approximately): TBD
Estimated TA support: TBD
Class schedule: TBD
Sessional dates of appointment:January to April 2027
Salary: $15,000 (per half course inclusive of vacation pay) 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.
Minimum qualifications:Applicants should have a strong record of presenting lectures or acting as a teaching assistant.