NOTICE OF POSTING
For Sessional Faculty
The Department of Civil Engineering invites applications for the following teaching position to be offered in the 2026-27 session.
Course Name and Course Code:
CIVENG 3A03 - Geotechnical Engineering I
Term:
Term 1 – September 8, 2026 to December 10, 2026
Exam Period:
December 11, 2026 to December 23, 2026
Number of Section(s) Available:
1
Number of Units per Section:
3
Location (on/off campus):
On-Campus, In-Person
Projected Enrollment:
150
Projected TA Support :
3 TAs @ 130 hours each
Lecture day and time:
Monday 4:30-6:20
Course Description:
Composition of soils, soil identification and classification; compaction; seepage theory; effective stress concept; stresses and displacements using elastic solutions; consolidation theory; numerical solutions.
Two lectures, one tutorial (two hours), one lab (three hours); fall term
Required Qualifications:
Applicants should hold a Masters degree, preferably a PhD, in Civil Engineering, with an advanced knowledge in the course subject area.Applicants must have a demonstrated background and thorough understanding of the course topics listed above, as well as demonstrated expertise teaching undergraduate courses. Professional Engineering registration is an asset. Strong communication skills and an ability to work with students on a one-on-one basis are essential.
*Supplemented Fees- 15.02(a) The employee may be eligible to receive supplemented fees in accordance with Schedule C of the Collective Agreement. The actual rate of pay when in excess of the base rate of pay is deemed to include any supplemented fees owing, to the extent of the excess amount. If the actual rate of pay is less than the sum of the base rate of pay and the supplemented fees owing, then the employee shall receive the difference.
Application Procedure
Please submit the following online via MOSAIC by June 28, 2026 as one (1) PDF. Please do not send applications via email.
- A cover letter stating your intent to apply for the position (including your address, phone number, and email address) and emphasizing your experience with the material to be taught.
- Applications may be addressed to Dr. Lydell Wiebe, Professor and Chair.
- A curriculum vitae listing your academic qualifications and relevant employment experience.
- For current or previous McMaster sessional faculty, information necessary to determine your current and aggregate seniority (as defined by Article 20 of the Unit 2 Collective Agreement). Questions may be directed to CUPE 3906 (905-525-9140 Ext. 24003).
Names and contact information of two references who may be contacted for short-listed candidates. Applicants will not be required to submit reference letters as part of their application.
