Sessional Lecturer, INF2572H - Special Topics in UXD: Data Visualization with Tableau

University of Toronto
Faculty of Information

Sessional Lecturer

Fall Term 2026 (September  – December)

INF2572H - Special Topics in UXD: Data Visualization with Tableau

Course Description: 

This course provides comprehensive training in data visualization using Tableau Desktop and Tableau Prep Builder. Students develop proficiency in end-to-end workflows—from data preparation and cleaning to creating interactive, accessible dashboards. The course integrates data visualization theory with hands-on practice through extended tutorials demonstrating design and analytical thinking, work with diverse real-world datasets, and critical evaluation of professional visualizations. Students develop both technical proficiency and design confidence. The course emphasizes ethical, accessible visualization practices and culminates in a capstone project integrating data preparation, storytelling, and dashboard design. Ideal for graduate students across disciplines who need to communicate data-driven insights effectively in professional or research contexts. 

Estimate of the course enrolment: 35

Estimate of TA Support: None anticipated. Estimate of 75 hours with enrollment of 36 or greater. Allocation of TA hours, if any, will be based on enrolment numbers. 

Class Schedule: TBD. You are required to be located in geographical proximity to the applicable University premises in order to attend and perform your duties on University premises as of the Starting Date.

Sessional dates of appointment: September 1, 2026 – Desember 31, 2026

Salary: 
Sessional Lecturer I: $10,889
Sessional Lecturer I Long Term: $11,652
Sessional Lecturer II $11,652
Sessional Lecturer II Long Term: $11,924
Sessional Lecturer III: $11,924
Sessional Lecturer III Long Term: $12,202

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.

Qualifications: Preferably candidates will have a completed, or nearly completed, PhD degree in an area related to the course or a Master’s degree plus extensive professional experience in an area related to the course. Teaching experience is preferred.

Brief description of duties: Preparing course materials; delivering course content (e.g., seminars, lectures, and labs); developing and administering course assignments, tests & exams; grading; holding regular office hours. 

Application Deadline: June. 17, 2026

Application Process: Applicants must submit a CV and a completed CUPE 3902 Unit 3 application form in one pdf file to the attention of:  

Nafiseh Yazdian, Administrative Coordinator
Faculty of Information, 140 St. George Street  University of Toronto
  [email protected]

This job is posted in accordance with the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 Collective Agreement. Preference in hiring is given to qualified individuals advanced to the rank of Sessional Lecturer II and Sessional Lecturer III in accordance with Article 14:12.