Date Posted: 05/22/2026
Req ID: 48173
Faculty/Division: Faculty of Arts & Science
Department: Munk Sch Global Affairs & Public Policy
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)
Existing Vacancy: Yes
Course number and title: MUN420H1F: Public Policy Capstone
Course description This experiential learning course, embedded within the Public Policy program, connects students directly with federal and provincial government actors and with policy-relevant organizations that work closely with government on a daily basis. Students work in teams on applied policy projects addressing real-world challenges related to access to public services—such as education, health, and social protection. Through direct engagement with practitioners and stakeholders, students analyze inequalities in access to public services and produce policy-oriented deliverables that bridge theory and practice.
Estimated course enrolment 50
Estimated TA support 65 hours
Class schedule Mon 15-17, Tue 15-17
Delivery method The delivery method for this course is currently 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 September 1, 2026 - December 31, 2026
Salary In accordance with CUPE 3902 Unit 3 Collective Agreement:
$9,997.48 for Sessional Lecturer I
$10,699.22 for Sessional Lecturer I - Long Term
$10,699.22 for Sessional Lecturer II
$10,953.96 for Sessional Lecturer II - Long Term
$10,953.96 for Sessional Lecturer Ill
$11,228.90 for Sessional Lecturer III - Long Term
Stipend rates are inclusive of vacation pay. Please note that should the rates stipulated in the collective agreement vary from the rates stated in this posting, the rates stated in the collective agreement shall prevail.
Minimum qualifications Graduate studies in Public Affairs or Public Policy and previous experience instructing Capstone experiential learning courses in Global Affairs and public policy or related discipline are required. Applicants must be able to make use of their own professional connections to solicit clients for their Capstone projects.
Preferred qualifications Expertise and extensive public-sector experience in governmental strategy and intelligence is preferred.
of duties Developing course syllabus; teaching one 2-hour lecture per week at the undergraduate level; providing weekly office hours for academic counseling of students; preparing and delivering course materials; preparing and delivering assignments and tests; marking student work and submitting grades.
Application instructions Applicants should submit a cover letter, updated C.V. (including previous teaching evaluations, if applicable and the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 application form, available at https://munkschool.utoronto.ca/sites/default/files/assets/files/Unit-3-Application-Form%20-%20May%202024%20-%20Fillable%20%281%29.pdf to Prof. Nina Srinivasan Rathbun ( nina.rathbun@utoronto.ca) CC undergraduatecoordinator.munkschool@utoronto.ca with subject line "MUN420H1F Application".
Closing Date: 06/12/2026, 11:59PM EDT
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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.
