Sessional Lecturer- HAD2005H- Quality Improvement Skills for Healthcare Leaders
CUPE Local 3902 (Unit 3) Job Posting
Sessional Lecturer Position
Posting Date: September 21, 2026
Program: Master of Science in Health Systems Leadership and Innovation (HSLI)
Sessional Dates of Appointment: Winter 2027, January- April
Existing Vacancy: Yes
Course Title: HAD2005H- Quality Improvement Skills for Healthcare Leaders
Course Description
This course provides participants with opportunities to strengthen their understanding of concepts of quality improvement (QI) in health care, and sharpen their skills in applying practical tools for measuring and improving quality. While these skills can be used in all settings, the emphasis will be on practical tools which do not require access to expensive technology or IT infrastructure and hence are most appropriate in low-resource settings such as developing countries or low-income communities within Canada. Furthermore, students will be exposed to scientific literature on attempts at applying QI science in such settings, and learn about frequently encountered barriers to implementing change in vulnerable populations.
Objectives
Have a solid knowledge of definitions of quality and its different attributes
Understand how system design issues lead to quality problems
Understand common barriers to delivering good quality care to vulnerable populations in low-resource environments
Participants should be able to lead a QI team through the following activities:
Conduct a process map
Conduct a direct observation or audit of a process
Do a cause & effect analysis
Use a defect check sheet
Identify ideas for improvement
Analyze stakeholder incentives regarding improvement ideas
Establish a QI team
Set QI project charter (aims, measures, change ideas)
Use PDSA cycles.
Course Details
Class schedule: Modular sessions
Delivery mode: In-person and Online Synchronous
Estimated enrolment: 15
Estimated TA support: None
Qualifications: MD or PhD
Duties: Course Instructor- teaching, marking assignments and providing final grades
Salary
$9,997.47 - Sessional Lecturer I
$10,699.21 - Sessional Lecturer I - Long Term
$10,699.21 - Sessional Lecturer II
$10,953.96 - Sessional Lecturer II - Long Term
$10,953.96 - Sessional Lecturer III
$11,228.90 - Sessional Lecturer III - Long Term
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.
Closing Date
October 12, 2026
This job is posted in accordance with the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 Collective Agreement.
It is understood that some announcements of vacancies are tentative, pending final course determinations and enrolment. Should rates stipulated in the collective agreement vary from rates stated in this posting, the rates stated in the collective agreement shall prevail.
Preference in hiring is given to qualified individuals advanced to the rank of Sessional Lecturer II or Sessional Lecturer III in accordance with Article 14:12 of the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 collective agreement.
Please note:
Undergraduate or graduate students and postdoctoral fellows of the University of Toronto are recovered by the CUPE 3902 Unit 1 collective agreement rather than the Unit 3 collective agreement, and should not apply for positions posted under the Unit 3 collective agreement.
Diversity Statement:
The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission.
As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see http://uoft.me/UP.
Accessibility Statement
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.
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Medical, Public Health, Healthcare, Quality
