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