Philosophy TAship Applications

TAship postings

Fall / Winter 2025-26 - Fall / Winter 2025-26 General

Posted on: 2025-06-30

Applications due: 2025-07-23

Submit applications on-line to: https://taships.iit.artsci.utoronto.ca/phl.

Course Campus Enrollment (est.) No. positions (est.) No. hours (est.) Dates Times Tutorials or laboratories/practicals Duties and responsibilities Qualifications Relevant criterion
Essay Clinic (F) - Essay Clinic (F) STG N/A 1 120 September 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025 N/A Weekly Essay Clinic sessions: to be scheduled upon hiring Holding extensive office hours (approximately 10 hours per week) for helping students with their essays. Possibly preparing and running 'writing tutorials' for philosophy. Attending training sessions/meetings with supervisor. BA in philosophy or equivalent. Good prior knowledge of a broad range of philosophical areas. Excellent writing skills. At least 3 years of experience evaluating philosophy papers at different levels at University of Toronto. Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
Essay Clinic (S) - Essay Clinic (S) STG N/A 1 120 January 1, 2026 - April 30, 2026 N/A Weekly Essay Clinic sessions to be scheduled upon hiring Holding extensive office hours (approximately 10 hours per week) for helping students with their essays. Possibly preparing and running 'writing tutorials' for philosophy. Attending training sessions/meetings with supervisor. BA in philosophy or equivalent. Good prior knowledge of a broad range of philosophical areas. Excellent writing skills. At least 3 years of experience evaluating philosophy papers at different levels at University of Toronto. Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHL100Y1Y - Ancient Wisdom, Modern Insights: A Historical Introduction to Philosophy STG 400 1 290 September 1, 2025 - April 30, 2026 Lectures: TR11-12 Tutorials: F9,F10,F11 running one or more one-hour long tutorials each week; preparation for tutorials and grading; grading; attending training sessions/meetings with the course instructor; admin, assistance, and supervision of undergraduate TAs; organizing and submitting grades; holding office hours; lecture attendance (for positions at STG campus); lecture attendance at instructor's discretion (for positions at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching-related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; prior experience as a TA, normally in philosophy at U of T; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHL101Y1Y - What Should I Believe? An Introduction to Philosophical Issues STG 300 4 280 September 1, 2025 - April 30, 2026 Lectures: MW10-11 Tutorials: W12,W1,W2 running one or more one-hour long tutorials each week; preparation for tutorials and grading; grading; attending training sessions/meetings with the course instructor; organizing and submitting grades; holding office hours; lecture attendance (for positions at STG campus); lecture attendance at instructor's discretion (for positions at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching-related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; prior experience as a TA, normally in philosophy at U of T; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHL200Y1Y - Ancient Philosophy STG 200 3 270 September 1, 2025 - April 30, 2026 Lectures: MW2-3 Tutorials: F12,F1,F2 running one or more one-hour long tutorials each week; preparation for tutorials and grading; grading; attending training sessions/meetings with the course instructor; organizing and submitting grades; holding office hours; lecture attendance (for positions at STG campus); lecture attendance at instructor's discretion (for positions at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching-related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; prior experience as a TA, normally in philosophy at U of T; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHL201H1S - Introductory Philosophy STG 200 2 110 January 1, 2026 - April 30, 2026 Lectures: R2-5 N/A grading and preparation for grading; organizing and submitting grades; attending training sessions; meetings with instructor; lecture attendance (for courses at STG campus); lecture attendance at the instructor’s discretion (for courses at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching-related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHL205H1F - Early Medieval Philosophy STG 120 2 130 September 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025 Lectures: TR12-1 Tutorials: R1,R2,R3 running one or more one-hour long tutorials each week; preparation for tutorials and grading; grading; attending training sessions/meetings with the course instructor; organizing and submitting grades; holding office hours; lecture attendance (for positions at STG campus); lecture attendance at instructor's discretion (for positions at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching-related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; prior experience as a TA, normally in philosophy at U of T; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHL206H1S - Later Medieval Philosophy STG 110 2 125 January 1, 2026 - April 30, 2026 Lectures: TR12-1 Tutorials: R1,R2,R3 running one or more one-hour long tutorials each week; preparation for tutorials and grading; grading; attending training sessions/meetings with the course instructor; organizing and submitting grades; holding office hours; lecture attendance (for positions at STG campus); lecture attendance at instructor's discretion (for positions at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching-related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; prior experience as a TA, normally in philosophy at U of T; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHL210Y1Y - 17th-and 18th-Century Philosophy STG 200 3 290 September 1, 2025 - April 30, 2026 Lectures: T3-5 Tutorials: T5,T6,T7 running one or more one-hour long tutorials each week; preparation for tutorials and grading; grading; attending training sessions/meetings with the course instructor; organizing and submitting grades; holding office hours; lecture attendance (for positions at STG campus); lecture attendance at instructor's discretion (for positions at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching-related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; prior experience as a TA, normally in philosophy at U of T; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHL217H1S - Introduction to Continental Philosophy STG 200 3 135 January 1, 2026 - April 30, 2026 Lectures: T1-3 Tutorials: R9,R10,R11 running one or more one-hour long tutorials each week; preparation for tutorials and grading; grading; attending training sessions/meetings with the course instructor; organizing and submitting grades; holding office hours; lecture attendance (for positions at STG campus); lecture attendance at instructor's discretion (for positions at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching-related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; prior experience as a TA, normally in philosophy at U of T; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHL232H1F - Knowledge and Reality STG 150 2 140 September 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025 Lectures: MW11-12 Tutorials: W12,W1,W2 running one or more one-hour long tutorials each week; preparation for tutorials and grading; grading; attending training sessions/meetings with the course instructor; organizing and submitting grades; holding office hours; lecture attendance (for positions at STG campus); lecture attendance at instructor's discretion (for positions at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching-related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; prior experience as a TA, normally in philosophy at U of T; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHL232H1S - Knowledge and Reality STG 150 2 140 January 1, 2026 - April 30, 2026 Lectures: MT12-1 Tutorials: W12,W1,W2 running one or more one-hour long tutorials each week; preparation for tutorials and grading; grading; attending training sessions/meetings with the course instructor; organizing and submitting grades; holding office hours; lecture attendance (for positions at STG campus); lecture attendance at instructor's discretion (for positions at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; prior experience as a TA, normally in philosophy at U of T; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHL233H1S - Philosophy for Scientists STG 150 2 125 January 1, 2026 - April 30, 2026 Lectures: TR12-1 Tutorials: F12,F1,F2 running one or more one-hour long tutorials each week; preparation for tutorials and grading; grading; attending training sessions/meetings with the course instructor; organizing and submitting grades; holding office hours; lecture attendance (for positions at STG campus); lecture attendance at instructor's discretion (for positions at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching-related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; prior experience as a TA, normally in philosophy at U of T; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course; scientific literacy is essential (some sort of background in science is important: please include some information about your scientific background in your application) Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHL235H1S - Philosophy of Religion STG 100 2 70 January 1, 2026 - April 30, 2026 Lectures: T5-8 N/A grading and preparation for grading; organizing and submitting grades; attending training sessions; meetings with instructor; lecture attendance (for courses at STG campus); lecture attendance at the instructor’s discretion (for courses at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching-related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHL237H1F - Introduction to Chinese Philosophy STG 100 2 85 September 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025 Lectures: R6-9 N/A grading and preparation for grading; organizing and submitting grades; attending training sessions; meetings with instructor; lecture attendance (for courses at STG campus); lecture attendance at the instructor’s discretion (for courses at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching-related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHL238H1S - Reason and Irrationality STG 100 2 70 January 1, 2026 - April 30, 2026 Lectures: F10-1 N/A grading and preparation for grading; organizing and submitting grades; attending training sessions; meetings with instructor; lecture attendance (for courses at STG campus); lecture attendance at the instructor’s discretion (for courses at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching-related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHL239H1F - Introduction to South Asian Philosophy STG 60 1 80 September 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025 Lectures: T2-5 N/A grading and preparation for grading; organizing and submitting grades; attending training sessions; meetings with instructor; lecture attendance (for courses at STG campus); lecture attendance at the instructor’s discretion (for courses at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching-related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHL240H1F - Persons, Minds and Bodies STG 250 4 150 September 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025 Lectures: M11-12, R10-11 Tutorials: F9,F10,F11 running one or more one-hour long tutorials each week; preparation for tutorials and grading; grading; attending training sessions/meetings with the course instructor; organizing and submitting grades; holding office hours; lecture attendance (for positions at STG campus); lecture attendance at instructor's discretion (for positions at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching-related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; prior experience as a TA, normally in philosophy at U of T; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHL243H1S - Philosophy of Human Sexuality STG 100 2 70 January 1, 2026 - April 30, 2026 Lectures: R6-9 N/A grading and preparation for grading; organizing and submitting grades; attending training sessions; meetings with instructor; lecture attendance (for courses at STG campus); lecture attendance at the instructor’s discretion (for courses at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching-related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHL244H1F - Human Nature STG 200 3 85 September 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025 Lectures: W1-3,R1 N/A grading and preparation for grading; organizing and submitting grades; general teaching-related duties; attending training sessions; meetings with instructor; lecture attendance (for courses at STG campus); lecture attendance at the instructor’s discretion (for courses at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching-related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHL245H1F - Modern Symbolic Logic STG 700 7 125 September 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025 Lectures: T6-8, R6 (5101) / T9-11, F1 (0101) / W1-3, F2 (0201) HYBRID N/A grading; preparation for grading; organizing and submitting grades; possibly holding office hours; attending training sessions/meetings with the course instructor; lecture attendance, including 4 lectures over the term to help invigilate tests; general teaching-related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course; demonstrated proficiency in logic via performance completing PHL245 or equivalent, preferably A+. Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHL245H1F HeadTA - Modern Symbolic Logic STG 700 2 position #1: 35; postion #2: 70 September 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025 Lectures: T6-8, R6 (5101) / T9-11, F1 (0101) / W1-3, F2 (0201) HYBRID N/A assist in the management of all PHL245 Quercus pages; monitor PHL245 course email address and respond to student emails; organize PHL245 teaching assistants; assist with regrade requests; manage missed test requests; assist with test and exam deployment; assist PHL245 instructors with other administrative needs past experience as a grader for PHL245 taught by Alex Koo, Robert Mason, or Eamon Darnell Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHL245H1F Lab - Modern Symbolic Logic - Logic Lab STG 700 5 position #1: 70 (63 hrs. + 7 admin); position #2-5: 63 September 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025 Lectures: T6-8, R6 (5101) / T9-11, F1 (0101) / W1-3, F2 (0201) HYBRID Weekly Logic Lab sessions: schedule to be determined upon hiring attending training sessions/meetings with instructor; holding weekly sessions for the Logic Lab; tutoring students in PHL245 outstanding grade in PHL245 (preferably A+); past experience as a grader for PHL245 taught by Alex Koo, Robert Mason, or Eamon Darnell OR past student in PHL245 taught by Alex Koo, Robert Mason, or Eamon Darnell Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHL245H1S - Modern Symbolic Logic STG 500 5 125 January 1, 2026 - April 30, 2026 Lectures: M3-5, W3 (0101) / M6-8, W6 (5101) N/A grading; preparation for grading; organizing and submitting grades; possibly holding office hours; attending training sessions/meetings with the course instructor; lecture attendance, including 4 lectures over the term to help invigilate tests; general teaching-related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course; demonstrated proficiency in logic via performance completing PHL245 or equivalent, preferably A+. Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHL245H1S HeadTA - Modern Symbolic Logic STG 500 1 70 January 1, 2026 - April 30, 2026 Lectures: M3-5, W3 (0101) / M6-8, W6 (5101) N/A assist in the management of all PHL245 Quercus pages; monitor PHL245 course email address and respond to student emails; organize PHL245 teaching assistants; assist with regrade requests; manage missed test requests; assist with test and exam deployment; assist PHL245 instructors with other administrative needs past experience as a grader for PHL245 taught by Alex Koo, Robert Mason, or Eamon Darnell Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHL245H1S Lab - Modern Symbolic Logic - Logic Lab STG 500 3 2 positions at 63 hours; 1 position at 70 hours (63 hours + 7 hours admin) January 1, 2026 - April 30, 2026 Lectures: M3-5, W3 (0101) / M6-8, W6 (5101) Weekly Logic Lab sessions: schedule to be determined upon hiring attending training sessions/meetings with instructor; holding weekly sessions for the Logic Lab; tutoring students in PHL245 outstanding grade in PHL245 (preferably A+); past experience as a grader for PHL245 taught by Alex Koo, Robert Mason, or Eamon Darnell OR past student in PHL245 taught by Alex Koo, Robert Mason, or Eamon Darnell Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHL246H1S - Probability and Inductive Logic STG 200 3 135 January 1, 2026 - April 30, 2026 Lectures: R6-8 Tutorials: W6,W7,W8 running one or more one-hour long tutorials each week; preparation for tutorials and grading; grading; attending training sessions/meetings with the course instructor; organizing and submitting grades; holding office hours; lecture attendance (for positions at STG campus); lecture attendance at instructor's discretion (for positions at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching-related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; prior experience as a TA, normally in philosophy at U of T; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course; demonstrated proficiency in logic via performance completing PHL245 and PHL246 or equivalents, preferably A+ Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHL255H1F - Philosophy of Science STG 100 2 105 September 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025 Lectures: W1-3 Tutorials: R1,R2 running one or more one-hour long tutorials each week; preparation for tutorials and grading; grading; attending training sessions/meetings with the course instructor; organizing and submitting grades; holding office hours; lecture attendance (for positions at STG campus); lecture attendance at instructor's discretion (for positions at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching-related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; prior experience as a TA, normally in philosophy at U of T; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHL256H1S - Philosophy in the Age of the Internet STG 100 2 70 January 1, 2026 - April 30, 2026 Lectures: M1-4 N/A grading and preparation for grading; organizing and submitting grades; attending training sessions; meetings with instructor; lecture attendance (for courses at STG campus); lecture attendance at the instructor’s discretion (for courses at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching-related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHL265H1F - Introduction to Political Philosophy STG 200 3 155 September 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025 Lectures: W6-8 Tutorials: R6,R7,R8 running one or more one-hour long tutorials each week; preparation for tutorials and grading; grading; attending training sessions/meetings with the course instructor; organizing and submitting grades; holding office hours; lecture attendance (for positions at STG campus); lecture attendance at instructor's discretion (for positions at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching-related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; prior experience as a TA, normally in philosophy at U of T; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHL269H1F - Philosophy of Race STG 65 2 90 September 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025 Lectures: W1-3 Tutorials: W3,W4 running one or more one-hour long tutorials each week; preparation for tutorials and grading; grading; attending training sessions/meetings with the course instructor; organizing and submitting grades; holding office hours; lecture attendance (for positions at STG campus); lecture attendance at instructor's discretion (for positions at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching-related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; prior experience as a TA, normally in philosophy at U of T; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHL271H1S - Law and Morality STG 300 4 160 January 1, 2026 - April 30, 2026 Lectures: M6-8 Tutorials: W6,W7,W8 running one or more one-hour long tutorials each week; preparation for tutorials and grading; grading; attending training sessions/meetings with the course instructor; organizing and submitting grades; holding office hours; lecture attendance (for positions at STG campus); lecture attendance at instructor's discretion (for positions at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching-related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; prior experience as a TA, normally in philosophy at U of T; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHL273H1S - Environmental Ethics STG 200 3 105 January 1, 2026 - April 30, 2026 Lectures: T5-8 N/A grading and preparation for grading; organizing and submitting grades; attending training sessions; meetings with instructor; lecture attendance (for courses at STG campus); lecture attendance at the instructor’s discretion (for courses at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching-related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHL275H1F - Introduction to Ethics STG 200 3 155 September 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025 Lectures: R1-3 Tutorials: R5,R6,R7 running one or more one-hour long tutorials each week; preparation for tutorials and grading; grading; attending training sessions/meetings with the course instructor; organizing and submitting grades; holding office hours; lecture attendance (for positions at STG campus); lecture attendance at instructor's discretion (for positions at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching-related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; prior experience as a TA, normally in philosophy at U of T; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHL275H1S - Introduction to Ethics STG 150 2 160 January 1, 2026 - April 30, 2026 Lectures: R1-3 Tutorials: R5,R6,R7 running one or more one-hour long tutorials each week; preparation for tutorials and grading; grading; attending training sessions/meetings with the course instructor; organizing and submitting grades; holding office hours; lecture attendance (for positions at STG campus); lecture attendance at instructor's discretion (for positions at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching-related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; prior experience as a TA, normally in philosophy at U of T; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHL276H1F - Philosophy of Sports STG 90 2 100 September 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025 Lectures: M9-11 Tutorials: M11,M12 running one or more one-hour long tutorials each week; preparation for tutorials and grading; grading; attending training sessions/meetings with the course instructor; organizing and submitting grades; holding office hours; lecture attendance (for positions at STG campus); lecture attendance at instructor's discretion (for positions at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching-related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; prior experience as a TA, normally in philosophy at U of T; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHL277H1F - Ethics and Data STG 100 2 105 September 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025 Lectures: M6-8 Tutorials: M6,M7 running one or more one-hour long tutorials each week; preparation for tutorials and grading; grading; attending training sessions/meetings with the course instructor; organizing and submitting grades; holding office hours; lecture attendance (for positions at STG campus); lecture attendance at instructor's discretion (for positions at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching-related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; prior experience as a TA, normally in philosophy at U of T; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHL281H1F - Bioethics STG 300 4 140 September 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025 Lectures: MW12-1 Tutorials: F9,F10,F11 running one or more one-hour long tutorials each week; preparation for tutorials and grading; grading; attending training sessions/meetings with the course instructor; organizing and submitting grades; holding office hours; lecture attendance (for positions at STG campus); lecture attendance at instructor's discretion (for positions at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching-related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; prior experience as a TA, normally in philosophy at U of T; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHL281H1F-online - Bioethics STG 75 1 140 September 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025 Lectures: T6-8 ONLINE Tutorials: W6,7,8 ONLINE running one or more one-hour long tutorials each week; preparation for tutorials and grading; grading; attending training sessions/meetings with the course instructor; organizing and submitting grades; holding office hours; lecture attendance (for positions at STG campus); lecture attendance at instructor's discretion (for positions at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching-related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; prior experience as a TA, normally in philosophy at U of T; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHL285H1S - Aesthetics STG 200 3 85 January 1, 2026 - April 30, 2026 Lectures: F9-12 N/A grading and preparation for grading; organizing and submitting grades; attending training sessions; meetings with instructor; lecture attendance (for courses at STG campus); lecture attendance at the instructor’s discretion (for courses at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching-related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHL295H1F - Business Ethics STG 150 2 90 September 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025 Lectures: M6-9 N/A grading and preparation for grading; organizing and submitting grades; attending training sessions; meetings with instructor; lecture attendance (for courses at STG campus); lecture attendance at the instructor’s discretion (for courses at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching-related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHL317H1S - Marx & Marxism STG 60 1 80 January 1, 2026 - April 30, 2026 Lectures: R10-1 N/A grading and preparation for grading; organizing and submitting grades; general teaching-related duties; attending training sessions; meetings with instructor; lecture attendance (for courses at STG campus); lecture attendance at the instructor’s discretion (for courses at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching-related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHL319H1S - Philosophy and Psychoanalytic Theory STG 125 2 80 January 1, 2026 - April 30, 2026 Lectures: F2-5 N/A grading and preparation for grading; organizing and submitting grades; attending training sessions; meetings with instructor; lecture attendance (for courses at STG campus); lecture attendance at the instructor’s discretion (for courses at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching-related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHL323H1F - Social and Cultural Theory STG 125 2 80 September 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025 Lectures: W2-5 N/A grading and preparation for grading; organizing and submitting grades; attending training sessions; meetings with instructor; lecture attendance (for courses at STG campus); lecture attendance at the instructor’s discretion (for courses at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching-related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHL342H1S - Minds and Machines STG 225 3 140 January 1, 2026 - April 30, 2026 Lectures: T1-3 Tutorials: M12,M1,M2 running one or more one-hour long tutorials each week; preparation for tutorials and grading; grading; attending training sessions/meetings with the course instructor; organizing and submitting grades; holding office hours; lecture attendance (for positions at STG campus); lecture attendance at instructor's discretion (for positions at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching-related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; prior experience as a TA, normally in philosophy at U of T; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHL370H1F - Issues in Philosophy of Law STG 50 1 70 September 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025 Lectures: M2-5 N/A grading and preparation for grading; organizing and submitting grades; attending training sessions; meetings with instructor; lecture attendance (for courses at STG campus); lecture attendance at the instructor’s discretion (for courses at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching-related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHL381H1F - Ethics and Medical Research STG 75 1 90 September 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025 Lectures: M9-12 N/A grading and preparation for grading; organizing and submitting grades; attending training sessions; meetings with instructor; lecture attendance (for courses at STG campus); lecture attendance at the instructor’s discretion (for courses at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching-related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHL382H1F - Ethics: Death and Dying STG 110 2 75 September 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025 Lectures: R2-5 N/A grading and preparation for grading; organizing and submitting grades; attending training sessions; meetings with instructor; lecture attendance (for courses at STG campus); lecture attendance at the instructor’s discretion (for courses at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching-related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHL383H1S - Ethics and Mental Health STG 90 2 65 January 1, 2026 - April 30, 2026 Lectures: T6-9 N/A grading and preparation for grading; organizing and submitting grades; attending training sessions; meetings with instructor; lecture attendance (for courses at STG campus); lecture attendance at the instructor’s discretion (for courses at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching-related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHL384H1S - Ethics, Genetics and Reproduction STG 85 2 65 January 1, 2026 - April 30, 2026 Lectures: R2-5 N/A grading and preparation for grading; organizing and submitting grades; attending training sessions; meetings with instructor; lecture attendance (for courses at STG campus); lecture attendance at the instructor’s discretion (for courses at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching-related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHL103H5F - Introduction to Philosophy: Knowledge and Reality UTM 250 4 position #1-2: 150; position #3-4: 100 September 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025 Lectures: MW3-4 Tutorials: position #1: W5,W6,W7; position #2: F11,F12,F1; position #3-4: R9,R10 running one or more one-hour long tutorials each week; preparation for tutorials and grading; grading; attending training sessions/meetings with the course instructor; organizing and submitting grades; holding office hours; lecture attendance (for positions at STG campus); lecture attendance at instructor's discretion (for positions at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching-related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; prior experience as a TA, normally in philosophy at U of T; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHL103H5S - Introduction to Philosophy: Knowledge and Reality UTM 400 6 100 January 1, 2026 - April 30, 2026 Lectures: MW12-1 Tutorials: position #1: R9,R10; position #2-3: F9,F10; position #4-5: F11,F12; position #6: F1,F2 running one or more one-hour long tutorials each week; preparation for tutorials and grading; grading; attending training sessions/meetings with the course instructor; organizing and submitting grades; holding office hours; lecture attendance (for positions at STG campus); lecture attendance at instructor's discretion (for positions at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; prior experience as a TA, normally in philosophy at U of T; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHL113H5F - Introduction to Philosophy: Persons and Value UTM 275 4 position #1-3: 150; position #4: 100 September 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025 Lectures: MW12-1 Tutorials: position #1: W1,W2,W3; position #2: R9,R10,R11; position #3: F9,F10,F11; position #4: F12,F1 running one or more one-hour long tutorials each week; preparation for tutorials and grading; grading; attending training sessions/meetings with the course instructor; organizing and submitting grades; holding office hours; lecture attendance (for positions at STG campus); lecture attendance at instructor's discretion (for positions at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; prior experience as a TA, normally in philosophy at U of T; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHL113H5S - Introduction to Philosophy: Persons and Value UTM 300 4 100 January 1, 2026 - April 30, 2026 Lectures: TR9-10 Tutorials: position #1: F9,F10; position #2: F10,F11; position #3: F11,F12; position #4: F2,F3 running one or more one-hour long tutorials each week; preparation for tutorials and grading; grading; attending training sessions/meetings with the course instructor; organizing and submitting grades; holding office hours; lecture attendance (for positions at STG campus); lecture attendance at instructor's discretion (for positions at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; prior experience as a TA, normally in philosophy at U of T; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHL200H5F - Ancient Philosophy UTM 125 2 position #1: 100; position #2: 150 September 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025 Lectures: TR10-11 Tutorials: position #1: F12,F1; position #2: F12,F1,F2 running one or more one-hour long tutorials each week; preparation for tutorials and grading; grading; attending training sessions/meetings with the course instructor; organizing and submitting grades; holding office hours; lecture attendance (for positions at STG campus); lecture attendance at instructor's discretion (for positions at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; prior experience as a TA, normally in philosophy at U of T; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHL204H5F - Philosophy in Everyday Life UTM 350 5 65 September 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025 Lectures: M7-9,W7-8 N/A grading and preparation for grading; organizing and submitting grades; attending training sessions; meetings with instructor; lecture attendance (for courses at STG campus); lecture attendance at the instructor’s discretion (for courses at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHL204H5S - Philosophy in Everyday Life UTM 350 5 65 January 1, 2026 - April 30, 2026 Lectures: W9-10,F9-11 N/A grading and preparation for grading; organizing and submitting grades; attending training sessions; meetings with instructor; lecture attendance (for courses at STG campus); lecture attendance at the instructor’s discretion (for courses at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHL210Y5Y - 17th and 18th Century Philosophy UTM 100 2 200 September 1, 2025 - April 30, 2026 Lectures: TR12-1 Tutorials: position #1: R11,R12; position #2: F9,F10 running one or more one-hour long tutorials each week; preparation for tutorials and grading; grading; attending training sessions/meetings with the course instructor; organizing and submitting grades; holding office hours; lecture attendance (for positions at STG campus); lecture attendance at instructor's discretion (for positions at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; prior experience as a TA, normally in philosophy at U of T; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHL220H5F - Existentialism UTM 83 2 50 September 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025 Lectures: W1-2,F1-3 N/A grading and preparation for grading; organizing and submitting grades; attending training sessions; meetings with instructor; lecture attendance (for courses at STG campus); lecture attendance at the instructor’s discretion (for courses at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHL233H5S - Philosophy for Scientists UTM 100 2 100 January 1, 2026 - April 30, 2026 Lectures: WF12-1 Tutorials: position #1: F1,F2; position #2: F3,F4 running one or more one-hour long tutorials each week; preparation for tutorials and grading; grading; attending training sessions/meetings with the course instructor; organizing and submitting grades; holding office hours; lecture attendance (for positions at STG campus); lecture attendance at instructor's discretion (for positions at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; prior experience as a TA, normally in philosophy at U of T; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHL239H5F - Critical Reasoning UTM 200 3 82 September 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025 Lectures: T1-3,R1-2 N/A grading and preparation for grading; organizing and submitting grades; attending training sessions; meetings with instructor; lecture attendance (for courses at STG campus); lecture attendance at the instructor’s discretion (for courses at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHL239H5S - Critical Reasoning UTM 300 4 86 January 1, 2026 - April 30, 2026 Lectures: TR9-10 N/A grading and preparation for grading; organizing and submitting grades; attending training sessions; meetings with instructor; lecture attendance (for courses at STG campus); lecture attendance at the instructor’s discretion (for courses at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHL240H5F - Minds and Machines UTM 70 1 82 September 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025 Lectures: W11-1,F11-12 N/A grading and preparation for grading; organizing and submitting grades; attending training sessions; meetings with instructor; lecture attendance (for courses at STG campus); lecture attendance at the instructor’s discretion (for courses at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHL244H5S - Human Nature UTM 100 2 63 January 1, 2026 - April 30, 2026 Lectures: T1-3,R1-2 N/A grading and preparation for grading; organizing and submitting grades; attending training sessions; meetings with instructor; lecture attendance (for courses at STG campus); lecture attendance at the instructor’s discretion (for courses at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHL245H5F - Modern Symbolic Logic UTM 200 2 125 September 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025 Lectures: M5-7,W6-7 N/A grading; preparation for grading; organizing and submitting grades; possibly holding office hours; attending training sessions/meetings with the course instructor; lecture attendance, including 4 lectures over the term to help invigilate tests; general teaching-related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course; demonstrated proficiency in logic via performance completing PHL245 or equivalent, preferably A+ Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHL245H5F HeadTA - Modern Symbolic Logic UTM 200 1 30 September 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025 Lectures: M5-7,W6-7 N/A assist in the management of all PHL245 Quercus pages; monitor PHL245 course email address and respond to student emails; organize PHL245 teaching assistants; assist with regrade requests; manage missed test requests; assist with test and exam deployment; assist PHL245 instructors with other administrative needs past experience as a grader for PHL245 taught by Alex Koo, Robert Mason, or Eamon Darnell Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHL245H5F Lab - Modern Symbolic Logic - Logic Lab UTM 200 2 position #1: 70 (63 hrs. + 7 admin); position #2: 63 September 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025 Lectures: M5-7,W6-7 Weekly Logic Lab sessions: schedule to be determined upon hiring attending training sessions/meetings with instructor; holding weekly sessions for the Logic Lab; tutoring students in PHL245 outstanding grade in PHL245 (preferably A+); past experience as a grader for PHL245 taught by Alex Koo, Robert Mason, or Eamon Darnell OR past student in PHL245 taught by Alex Koo, Robert Mason, or Eamon Darnell Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHL245H5S - Modern Symbolic Logic UTM 350 4 125 January 1, 2026 - April 30, 2026 Lectures: T1-3,F1-2 / W1-3,F2-3 ONLINE N/A grading; preparation for grading; organizing and submitting grades; possibly holding office hours; attending training sessions/meetings with the course instructor; lecture attendance, including 4 lectures over the term to help invigilate tests; general teaching-related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course; demonstrated proficiency in logic via performance completing PHL245 or equivalent, preferably A+ Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHL245H5S HeadTA - Modern Symbolic Logic UTM 350 1 30 January 1, 2026 - April 30, 2026 Lectures: T1-3,F1-2 / W1-3,F2-3 ONLINE past experience as a grader for PHL245 taught by Alex Koo, Robert Mason, or Eamon Darnell assist in the management of all PHL245 Quercus pages; monitor PHL245 course email address and respond to student emails; organize PHL245 teaching assistants; assist with regrade requests; manage missed test requests; assist with test and exam deployment; assist PHL245 instructors with other administrative needs past experience as a grader for PHL245 taught by Alex Koo, Robert Mason, or Eamon Darnell Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHL245H5S Lab - Modern Symbolic Logic - Logic Lab UTM 350 2 position #1: 70 (63 hrs. + 7 admin); position #2: 63 January 1, 2026 - April 30, 2026 Lectures: T1-3,F1-2 / W1-3,F2-3 ONLINE N/A attending training sessions/meetings with instructor; holding weekly sessions for the Logic Lab; tutoring students in PHL245 outstanding grade in PHL245 (preferably A+); past experience as a grader for PHL245 taught by Alex Koo, Robert Mason, or Eamon Darnell OR past student in PHL245 taught by Alex Koo, Robert Mason, or Eamon Darnell Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHL246H5F - Probability and Inductive Logic UTM 85 2 124 September 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025 Lectures: TR11-12 Tutorials: position #1: F1,F2,F3; position #2: F9,F10,F11 running one or more one-hour long tutorials each week; preparation for tutorials and grading; grading; attending training sessions/meetings with the course instructor; organizing and submitting grades; holding office hours; lecture attendance (for positions at STG campus); lecture attendance at instructor's discretion (for positions at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching-related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; prior experience as a TA, normally in philosophy at U of T; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course; demonstrated proficiency in logic via performance completing PHL245 and PHL246 or equivalents, preferably A+ Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHL255H5F - Philosophy of Science UTM 60 1 62 September 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025 Lectures: T1-3,R1-2 N/A grading and preparation for grading; organizing and submitting grades; attending training sessions; meetings with instructor; lecture attendance (for courses at STG campus); lecture attendance at the instructor’s discretion (for courses at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course The need to acquire experience is the more relevant criterion than previous experience in respect of this posted position.
PHL258H5S - Puzzles and Paradoxes UTM 55 1 55 January 1, 2026 - April 30, 2026 Lectures: W1-3,F1-2 N/A grading and preparation for grading; organizing and submitting grades; attending training sessions; meetings with instructor; lecture attendance (for courses at STG campus); lecture attendance at the instructor’s discretion (for courses at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHL265H5F - Social and Political Philosophy UTM 139 2 130 September 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025 Lectures: MW10-11 Tutorials: position #1: W11,W12,W1; position #2: R9,R10,R12 running one or more one-hour long tutorials each week; preparation for tutorials and grading; grading; attending training sessions/meetings with the course instructor; organizing and submitting grades; holding office hours; lecture attendance (for positions at STG campus); lecture attendance at instructor's discretion (for positions at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; prior experience as a TA, normally in philosophy at U of T; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHL271H5S - Ethics and the Law UTM 150 3 100 January 1, 2026 - April 30, 2026 Lectures: MW10-11 Tutorials: position #1: W11,W12; position #2: W1,W2; position #3: R9,R10 running one or more one-hour long tutorials each week; preparation for tutorials and grading; grading; attending training sessions/meetings with the course instructor; organizing and submitting grades; holding office hours; lecture attendance (for positions at STG campus); lecture attendance at instructor's discretion (for positions at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; prior experience as a TA, normally in philosophy at U of T; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHL273H5F - Environmental Ethics UTM grading and preparation for grading; organizing and submitting grades; attending training sessions; meetings with instructor; lecture attendance (for courses at STG campus); lecture attendance at the instructor’s discretion (for courses at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHL275H5S - Ethics and Moral Philosophy UTM 150 3 100 January 1, 2026 - April 30, 2026 Lectures: MW5-6 Tutorials: position #1: W6,W7; position #2: F9,F10; position #3: F12,F1 running one or more one-hour long tutorials each week; preparation for tutorials and grading; grading; attending training sessions/meetings with the course instructor; organizing and submitting grades; holding office hours; lecture attendance (for positions at STG campus); lecture attendance at instructor's discretion (for positions at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; prior experience as a TA, normally in philosophy at U of T; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHL283H5S - Bioethics UTM 80 1 102 January 1, 2026 - April 30, 2026 Lectures: W12-1,F1-3 N/A grading and preparation for grading; organizing and submitting grades; attending training sessions; meetings with instructor; lecture attendance (for courses at STG campus); lecture attendance at the instructor’s discretion (for courses at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHL300H5F - Topics in Ancient Philosophy UTM 55 1 59 September 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025 Lectures: T1-3,R1-2 N/A grading and preparation for grading; organizing and submitting grades; attending training sessions; meetings with instructor; lecture attendance (for courses at STG campus); lecture attendance at the instructor’s discretion (for courses at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHL307H5S - Topics in Mediaeval Philosophy UTM 50 1 60 January 1, 2026 - April 30, 2026 Lectures: M9-11,W12-1 N/A grading and preparation for grading; organizing and submitting grades; attending training sessions; meetings with instructor; lecture attendance (for courses at STG campus); lecture attendance at the instructor’s discretion (for courses at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHL324H5S - The Continental Tradition UTM 50 1 67 January 1, 2026 - April 30, 2026 Lectures: T1-3,R1-2 N/A grading and preparation for grading; organizing and submitting grades; attending training sessions; meetings with instructor; lecture attendance (for courses at STG campus); lecture attendance at the instructor’s discretion (for courses at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHL332H5S - Metaphysics UTM 44 1 49 January 1, 2026 - April 30, 2026 Lectures: M11-1,W10-11 N/A grading and preparation for grading; organizing and submitting grades; attending training sessions; meetings with instructor; lecture attendance (for courses at STG campus); lecture attendance at the instructor’s discretion (for courses at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHL333H5F - Epistemology UTM 54 1 59 September 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025 Lectures: M3-5,W3-4 N/A grading and preparation for grading; organizing and submitting grades; attending training sessions; meetings with instructor; lecture attendance (for courses at STG campus); lecture attendance at the instructor’s discretion (for courses at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHL360H5S - Philosophy of Artificial Intelligence UTM 65 1 69 January 1, 2026 - April 30, 2026 Lectures: M11-1,W10-11 N/A grading and preparation for grading; organizing and submitting grades; attending training sessions; meetings with instructor; lecture attendance (for courses at STG campus); lecture attendance at the instructor’s discretion (for courses at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHL365H5F - Issues in Political Philosophy UTM 70 1 73 September 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025 Lectures: T12-1,R11-1 N/A grading and preparation for grading; organizing and submitting grades; attending training sessions; meetings with instructor; lecture attendance (for courses at STG campus); lecture attendance at the instructor’s discretion (for courses at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHL366H5F - The Ethics of Borders and Immigration UTM 65 1 69 September 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025 Lectures: T3-6 N/A grading and preparation for grading; organizing and submitting grades; attending training sessions; meetings with instructor; lecture attendance (for courses at STG campus); lecture attendance at the instructor’s discretion (for courses at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHLA10H3S - Reason and Truth UTSC 480 3 position #1: 120 (100 hrs. + 20 admin); position #2-3: 100 January 1, 2026 - April 30, 2026 Lectures: TR11-12 Tutorials: position #1: T12,1; position #2-3: T4,5 ONLINE running one or more one-hour long tutorials each week; preparation for tutorials and grading; grading; attending training sessions/meetings with the course instructor; organizing and submitting grades; holding office hours; lecture attendance (for positions at STG campus); lecture attendance at instructor's discretion (for positions at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; prior experience as a TA, normally in philosophy at U of T; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHLA10H3S_Grader - Reason and Truth UTSC 480 1 100 January 1, 2026 - April 30, 2026 Lectures: TR11-12 N/A grading and preparation for grading; organizing and submitting grades; attending training sessions; meetings with instructor; lecture attendance (for courses at STG campus); lecture attendance at the instructor’s discretion (for courses at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHLA11H3F - Introduction to Ethics UTSC 480 5 position #1: 120 (100 hrs. + 20 hrs. admin); position #2: 150; position #3: 150; positions #4-5: 100 September 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025 Lectures: TR11-12 Tutorials: position #1: T12,1; position #2: T12,1,3; T12,1,3; position #3: T4,5,6 ONLINE; position #4: T4,5 ONLINE; posi running one or more one-hour long tutorials each week; preparation for tutorials and grading; grading; attending training sessions/meetings with the course instructor; organizing and submitting grades; holding office hours; lecture attendance (for positions at STG campus); lecture attendance at instructor's discretion (for positions at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHLB02H3S - Environmental Ethics UTSC 100 2 55 January 1, 2026 - April 30, 2026 Lectures: M10-11,W12-2 N/A grading and preparation for grading; organizing and submitting grades; general teaching-related duties; attending training sessions; meetings with instructor; lecture attendance (for courses at STG campus); lecture attendance at the instructor’s discretion (for courses at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHLB03H3F - Philosophy of Aesthetics UTSC 80 1 95 September 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025 Lectures: T10-1 N/A grading and preparation for grading; organizing and submitting grades; attending training sessions; meetings with instructor; lecture attendance (for courses at STG campus); lecture attendance at the instructor’s discretion (for courses at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching-related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHLB05H3F - Social Issues UTSC 180 2 position #1: 150; position #2: 100 September 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025 Lectures: R1-3 Tutorials: position #1: R3,R4,R5; position #2: R3,R4 running one or more one-hour long tutorials each week; preparation for tutorials and grading; grading; attending training sessions/meetings with the course instructor; organizing and submitting grades; holding office hours; lecture attendance (for positions at STG campus); lecture attendance at instructor's discretion (for positions at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; prior experience as a TA, normally in philosophy at U of T; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHLB06H3S - Business Ethics UTSC 100 2 55 January 1, 2026 - April 30, 2026 Lectures: W12-1,F12-2 N/A grading and preparation for grading; organizing and submitting grades; attending training sessions; meetings with instructor; lecture attendance (for courses at STG campus); lecture attendance at the instructor’s discretion (for courses at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHLB07H3S - Ethics UTSC 150 2 100 January 1, 2026 - April 30, 2026 Lectures: M11-1 Tutorials: M1,M2 running one or more one-hour long tutorials each week; preparation for tutorials and grading; grading; attending training sessions/meetings with the course instructor; organizing and submitting grades; holding office hours; lecture attendance (for positions at STG campus); lecture attendance at instructor's discretion (for positions at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHLB09H3F - Biomedical Ethics UTSC 350 4 position #1: 120 (100 hrs. + 20 admin); position #2-4: 150 September 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025 Lectures: T6-8 Tutorials: position #1: W2,3; position #2: W1,2,3; position #3-4: W4,7,8 ONLINE running one or more one-hour long tutorials each week; preparation for tutorials and grading; grading; attending training sessions/meetings with the course instructor; organizing and submitting grades; holding office hours; lecture attendance (for positions at STG campus); lecture attendance at instructor's discretion (for positions at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; prior experience as a TA, normally in philosophy at U of T; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHLB09H3S - Biomedical Ethics UTSC 480 5 position #1: 120 (100 hrs. + 20 admin); positions #2-3: 100; positions #4-5: 150 January 1, 2026 - April 30, 2026 Lectures: TR4-5 Tutorials: position #1: T5,6; position #2: W12,1; position #3: W9,12; position #4-5: T7 ONLINE, W10,11 ONLINE running one or more one-hour long tutorials each week; preparation for tutorials and grading; grading; attending training sessions/meetings with the course instructor; organizing and submitting grades; holding office hours; lecture attendance (for positions at STG campus); lecture attendance at instructor's discretion (for positions at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHLB09H3S Grader - Biomedical Ethics Grader UTSC 480 1 30 January 1, 2026 - April 30, 2026 Lectures: TR4-5 N/A grading and preparation for grading; organizing and submitting grades; attending training sessions; meetings with instructor; lecture attendance (for courses at STG campus); lecture attendance at the instructor’s discretion (for courses at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHLB11H3F - Philosophy of Law UTSC 120 2 55 September 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025 Lectures: M11-1, W12-1 N/A grading and preparation for grading; organizing and submitting grades; attending training sessions; meetings with instructor; lecture attendance (for courses at STG campus); lecture attendance at the instructor’s discretion (for courses at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching-related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHLB17H3F - Introduction to Political Philosophy UTSC 100 1 95 September 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025 Lectures: M3-5, W4-5 N/A grading and preparation for grading; organizing and submitting grades; attending training sessions; meetings with instructor; lecture attendance (for courses at STG campus); lecture attendance at the instructor’s discretion (for courses at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching-related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHLB18H3S - Ethics of Artificial Intelligence UTSC 80 1 95 January 1, 2026 - April 30, 2026 Lectures: T10-1 N/A grading and preparation for grading; organizing and submitting grades; attending training sessions; meetings with instructor; lecture attendance (for courses at STG campus); lecture attendance at the instructor’s discretion (for courses at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching-related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHLB20H3F - Belief, Knowledge and Truth UTSC 65 1 75 September 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025 Lectures: W1-4 N/A grading and preparation for grading; organizing and submitting grades; general teaching-related duties; attending training sessions; meetings with instructor; ***NOTE: lecture attendance is required BA in philosophy or equivalent; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHLB31H3F - Introduction to Ancient Philosophy UTSC 70 1 75 September 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025 Lectures: T12-1,R11-1 N/A grading and preparation for grading; organizing and submitting grades; attending training sessions; meetings with instructor; lecture attendance (for courses at STG campus); lecture attendance at the instructor’s discretion (for courses at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching-related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHLB35H3F - Introduction to Early Modern Philosophy UTSC 60 1 65 September 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025 Lectures: T10-12, R10-11 N/A grading and preparation for grading; organizing and submitting grades; attending training sessions; meetings with instructor; lecture attendance (for courses at STG campus); lecture attendance at the instructor’s discretion (for courses at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching-related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHLB50H3F - Symbolic Logic I UTSC 120 1 145 September 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025 Lectures: W10-12, F10-11 N/A grading and preparation for grading; organizing and submitting grades; attending training sessions; meetings with instructor; lecture attendance (for courses at STG campus); lecture attendance at the instructor’s discretion (for courses at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching-related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course; demonstrated proficiency in logic via performance completing PHL245 or equivalent, preferably A+ The need to acquire experience is the more relevant criterion than previous experience in respect of this posted position.
PHLB50H3F Lab - B50H3F Logic Lab UTSC 120 1 84 September 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025 Lectures: W10-12, F10-11 Weekly Logic Lab sessions: schedule to be determined upon hiring attending training sessions/meetings with instructor; holding weekly sessions for the Logic Lab; tutoring students in PHL245 outstanding grade in PHL245 (preferably A+); past experience as a grader for PHL245 is preferred Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHLB55H3S - Puzzles and Paradoxes UTSC 100 2 100 January 1, 2026 - April 30, 2026 Lectures: T2-4 Tutorials: position #1: W2,W3; position #2: W3,W4 running one or more one-hour long tutorials each week; preparation for tutorials and grading; grading; attending training sessions/meetings with the course instructor; organizing and submitting grades; holding office hours; lecture attendance (for positions at STG campus); lecture attendance at instructor's discretion (for positions at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course, including formal methodologies (i.e., symbolic logic, probability theory, decision theory, etc.) Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHLB58H3S - Reasoning Under Uncertainty UTSC 80 1 95 January 1, 2026 - April 30, 2026 Lectures: W3-5, F2-3 N/A grading and preparation for grading; organizing and submitting grades; general teaching-related duties; attending training sessions; meetings with instructor; lecture attendance (for courses at STG campus); lecture attendance at the instructor’s discretion (for courses at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHLB81H3S - Theories of Mind UTSC 120 2 100 January 1, 2026 - April 30, 2026 running one or more one-hour long tutorials each week; preparation for tutorials and grading; grading; attending training sessions/meetings with the course instructor; organizing and submitting grades; holding office hours; lecture attendance (for positions at STG campus); lecture attendance at instructor's discretion (for positions at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; prior experience as a TA, normally in philosophy at U of T; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHLB99H3F - Philosophical Writing and Methodology UTSC 40 1 100 September 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025 Lectures: T1-4 N/A grading and preparation for grading; organizing and submitting grades; general teaching-related duties; attending training sessions/meetings with instructor; ***NOTE: lecture attendance at UTSC is required 5 or 6 times during the semester PhD student in Philosophy who has passed Qualifying Year exam; prior experience as a TA, normally in Philosophy at U of T; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course; strong English-language writing and editing skills Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHLC07H3F - Death & Dying UTSC 120 2 55 September 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025 Lectures: T2-5 N/A grading and preparation for grading; organizing and submitting grades; attending training sessions; meetings with instructor; lecture attendance (for courses at STG campus); lecture attendance at the instructor’s discretion (for courses at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching-related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.
PHLC10H3S - Topics in Bioethics UTSC 120 2 55 January 1, 2026 - April 30, 2026 Lectures: T10-1 N/A grading and preparation for grading; organizing and submitting grades; attending training sessions; meetings with instructor; lecture attendance (for courses at STG campus); lecture attendance at the instructor’s discretion (for courses at UTM/UTSC campus); general teaching-related duties BA in philosophy or equivalent; good prior knowledge of the subject-matter of the course Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.

Notes:

  1. 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. If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact uoft.careers@utoronto.ca. During employment, to request accommodation from the University, contact the supervisor or department chair and/or Health & Wellbeing Programs & Services at hwb@utoronto.ca. For more information about accommodations at U of T, please visit our Accommodation webpage.

  2. The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons / persons of colour, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQ+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.

  3. Candidates who are members of Indigenous, Black, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity seeking groups are encouraged to apply, and their lived experience shall be taken into consideration as applicable to the position.

  4. This job is posted in accordance with the CUPE 3902 Unit 1 Collective Agreement. The Departmental Hiring Policy is available in the Department Office and in the CUPE, local 3902 office. The position(s) posted above is (are) tentative, pending final course determinations and enrolments.

  5. Duties of this position shall be performed at the campus on which the position is located. Where the duties are intended to be performed at another location, such other location will be specified in the posting.

  6. Although a graduate student’s preference as to the campus location of his/her TA appointment will be taken into account, both the initial TA appointment (CI appointment) and the subsequent appointment obligation related to that appointment may be met through position(s) on any one of the three University of Toronto campuses (UTM, UTSC or St George) in courses in the same discipline as the initial appointment. TAs will only be assigned to courses in fields in which they are or should be qualified to assist.

  7. Positions posted here are open to Graduate Students in the School of Graduate Studies, Postdoctoral Fellows and Undergraduate Students in the University of Toronto.

  8. Preference in hiring shall be given to Graduate Students enrolled in the School of Graduate Studies of the University of Toronto or those who have made application to be enrolled in the School of Graduate Studies of the University of Toronto.

  9. The hiring criteria for Teaching Assistant positions are academic qualifications, the need to acquire experience, previous experience and previous satisfactory employment under the provisions of this Collective Agreement.

  10. The rates of pay correspond with the current CUPE Agreement and are as follows:

    • Effective January 1, 2025: UG $52.97 per hour (+ vacation pay) / SGSI 52.97 per hour (+ vacation pay) / SGSII $52.97 per hour (+ 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.