Part-time Sessional Lecturer – Community Forests

About the role

The Department of Forest Resources Management at the University of British Columbia is seeking a part‑time (25%) Sessional Lecturer for the 2026 W term (September‑December). You will teach FRST 370 Community Forests and Community Forestry (3 credits), covering global community forest practices with a focus on Indigenous participation, governance, and adaptive learning.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver core lectures for the course.
• Coordinate guest lecturers and manage their schedules.
• Organise and run laboratory sections.
• Prepare, administer and grade tests and mid‑term examinations.
• Hold weekly office hours for student support.

Required profile

• Strong knowledge of community forests, Indigenous participation, and forest governance.
• Experience teaching at the university level or equivalent instructional experience.
• Ability to develop and assess academic assessments.
• Canadian citizenship or permanent residency is preferred.
• Commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.

Required skills

• None specified.

What we offer

• Compensation of $4,000 per credit (approximately $12,000 for the 3‑credit course).
• Opportunity to contribute to a diverse and inclusive academic community.