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• Generating and verifying inventories , stock taking, and restocking of fieldwork consumables;
• Ensuring that all equipment is clean and in working condition;
• Coordinating packing and unpacking of field equipment and supplies at campus and in the field;
• Overseeing maintenance, cleaning and disinfection of all field equipment;
• Assisting with procurement of field equipment and supplies;
• Coordinating accommodation and food for field visits;
• Coordinating the maintenance and using of field vehicles and trailers according to UP policies;
• Overseeing field store rooms and keeping inventories up to date.
  
  

• Being present at all fieldwork activities;
• Ensuring and reviewing data sheets to ensure that it is correctly completed;
• Completing all environmental, site data and climate data;
• Collecting from environmental samples from bat roosts;
• Collecting of all climate data;
• Collecting of movement and tracking data;
• Coordinating disinfection of biohazardous equipment and supplies;
• Coordinating waste management linked to fieldwork;
• Coordinating return of samples to biobanks after collection;
• Coordinating and assisting with the entering of all field data into the database;
• Collecting of biological samples from small mammals;
• Collecting of morphometric data from small mammals.
  
  

• Providing training to other staff and students where needed;
• Assisting with the administration of fieldwork SOPs (formatting, updating, editing);
• Assisting with the analysis of environmental and ecological data where needed;
• Assisting with research report and grant writing where needed;
• Assisting with preparation of permits and other regulatory permissions.
  
  

• BSc/BTech in Zoology or Ecology or a related field
• Experience in working with mammals, trapping and handling methods, fieldwork and coordination of fieldwork
• Excel and other statistical analyses experience
• A valid driver’s license
• SAVC registered
  
  

• Advanced understanding of animal biology and ecology;
• Broad knowledge of zoonoses and virology;
• Proficient in biosafety, biosecurity and health and safety principles;
• Knowledge of virology, including biocontainment and decontamination requirements;
• Competent in handling animals and trapping techniques;
• Competent to work in a biosafety environment;
• Competent to work in field conditions;
• Excellent writing, communication and people skills;
• Computer literacy, skilled in MS office packages (Excel, Word and Powerpoint), email and internet;
• Advanced writing, communication and people skills;
• Must be highly organised with attention to detail;
• Must be able to take instructions and work independently;
• Effective time management and planning;
  
  

• Experience in working with bats and rodents and performing virological sampling.
  
  

• A comprehensive CV;
• Certified copies of qualifications;
• Names, e-mail addresses and telephone details of three referees whom we have permission to contact;
  
  

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Date Posted: 07/30/2025
Req ID: 44509
Faculty/Division: Faculty of Arts & Science
Department: Munk School of Global Affairs & Public Policy
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)

Description:

Course number and title : PPG2010H-S – Panel Data Methods for Policy Analysis

Course description : The course provides a rigorous introduction to statistical methods for the analysis of panel data with specific application to the major Canadian longitudinal data sets. This course is offered in collaboration with the Toronto Research Data Centre (RDC). The RDC provides secure access to Canada's preeminent panel data sets for public policy analysis as well as variety of other Statistics Canada data. The course will take place within RDC providing students hands-on experience with these important sources of information on public issues. The RDC offers both lecture space and a computer lab for tutorials. While the specific goal of this course is to introduce students to empirical methods for the analysis of longitudinal data, an important by product is their exposure to the RDC data. Instruction includes a combination of lectures and break-out groups. In break-out groups, students will complete series of problem sets that provide an introduction to the RDC panel data sets and practice in their analysis. The statistical methods reviewed will be drawn from a variety of disciplines to promote the inter-disciplinary study of public policy. Certain topics of particular relevance to the RDC panel data (e.g., cluster sampling, bootstrapping) will also be covered. The course is intended for a) MPP students from the Munk School of Global Affair & Public Policy; and b) students from departments, schools and faculties where small numbers preclude a similar course being offered, or that desire instruction in the use of data housed in the Toronto Region Statistics Canada RDC.

Class schedule : Tuesday 1-4pm
*The delivery method for this course is expected to be in-person.Please note that, in keeping with current circumstances, the course delivery method may change as determined by the Faculty or the Department.

Sessional dates of appointment : January 1, 2026 - April 30, 2026

Salary : Sessional Lecturer I - $9,820.70; Sessional Lecturer I, Long Term - $0,510.04; Sessional Lecturer II - 10,510.04; Sessional Lecturer II (Long Term) - 10,760.28; Sessional Lecturer III - 10,760.28; Sessional Lecturers III (Long Term) - 11,030.36
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 : Ph.D. with a specialization in statistical measurement and evaluation required. Extensive knowledge and background in statistical/quantitative methods in social sciences methodology required. Experience and knowledge of applying panel data methods in public policy required.

Preferred qualifications : Experience in teaching in a multidisciplinary context is an asset.

Description of duties : Teaching at the graduate level, developing the syllabus, teaching three-hour classes, providing weekly office hours for academic counseling of students, preparing and delivering course material,preparingand delivering assignments and tests, marking student work and submitting grades.

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 Sessional Lecturer II or Sessional Lecturer III 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.

Diversity Statement

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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.

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