Sessional Lecturer - MST1105HS: Latin Paleography

Course Description: This course guides students through the study of Latin scripts from 1200 to 1600 A.D. Lectures and hands-on sessions are supported by selected readings on the cultural-historical background of Gothic writing, the physical characteristics of manuscripts, library practices and bibliographical resources. Training in reading scripts is provided through weekly exercises. The course includes a practicum on the transcription of Latin manuscripts.

Estimated Course Enrollment: 15

Estimated TA support: 1

Class Schedule: Wednesdays, 11am – 1pm (in person)

Sessional dates of appointment: January 1, 2027, to April 30, 2027

Salary

(including vacation pay) Sessional Lecturer I – $9,997.48 Sessional Lecturer I, Long Term – $10,699.22 Sessional Lecturer II – $10,699.22 Sessional Lecturer II, Long Term - $10,953.96 Sessional Lecturer III – $10,953.96 Sessional Lecturer III, Long Term - $11,228.90

Minimum qualifications

PhD in Medieval Studies or related field or equivalent knowledge and experience. Evidence of knowledge in subject matter.

Preferred qualifications

Previous experience teaching Latin paleography at the graduate level.

• Description of duties: Course preparation and delivery of course content
• designing and preparing tests, assignments, and exams
• marking written and oral assignments, tests, and exams
• calculating and submitting grades
• holding regular office hours
• and attending course administrative meetings as required.

Application Process: Applicants should submit a cover letter, CV, and a list of two referees to Liz Lourenco, Manager, Centre for Medieval Studies via email to manager.medieval@utoronto.ca

Closing date: 11:59pm, October 29, 2026