Course Lecturer - CANC 621D2

McGill University · London, England, United Kingdom

FULL TIME

Job Description

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The PhD in Interdisciplinary Cancer Sciences Program (ICSP) of the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, McGill University, is seeking applications for a Course Lecturer for the 2026-2027 academic year to teach the CANC 621 D2 Seminars in Cancer Sciences course, an interdisciplinary, PhD level course. This posting is specifically for the Pillar 4 (Psychosocial Oncology) Course Coordinator role. The course is co-coordinated by four Course Coordinators, one representing each ICSP pillar. The successful candidate will serve as the Pillar 4 (Psychosocial Oncology) Course Coordinator, working collaboratively with the other three coordinators to deliver a cohesive and interdisciplinary learning experience.

This appointment is made in accordance with the McGill University Course Lecturer Agreement and is a non-tenure-track, contractually defined teaching appointment.

Course Description

CANC 621 D1/D2 – Seminars in Cancer Sciences is a multi-term course offered over the Fall and Winter terms. The course exposes ICSP PhD students to a broad range of cancer research disciplines through attendance at seminars by leading cancer researchers in different fields as well as in-class journal clubs and discussion. The course will focus on the following cancer research disciplines: cancer biology, cancer therapeutics and care, cancer epidemiology and global cancer control, and psychosocial oncology.

Posting dates

: From Sep. 16, 2026 to Sep. 29, 2026

Hiring Unit:

Interdepartmental Studies

Course Title:

Seminars in Cancer Series

Subject Code:

CANC 621 D2

CL Credits:

0.62

Location

Education

Schedule:

Thursdays 9:05-10:55

Start Date of the course:

Jan 4, 2027

End Date of the course:

April 14, 2027

Number of Class Hours

: 8

Remuneration:

$2,425.44

By the end of this course, students will have gained a better understanding of the types of cancer research conducted within and outside of students' area of expertise. Specific learning outcomes include

Identify and discuss cutting-edge cancer research in different disciplines
Synthesize new research findings to a multidisciplinary audience.
Develop critical thinking skills: evaluate and analyze the results and methods used in inter-disciplinary cancer research

For

Pillar 4

– Psychosocial Oncology, course content may include

Research on the psychological, behavioral, emotional, and social issues affecting people with cancer and their caregivers throughout the disease trajectory i.e., from diagnosis to end of life. This includes distress screening, symptom management, and survivorship care planning.
Research addressing specific concerns such as fear of cancer recurrence, long-term adaptation after treatment, and the impact of health communication, patient–provider relationships, and shared decision-making that impacts psychological well-being.
Research on the effectiveness of psychosocial intervention to improve quality of life e.g., psychotherapy, support groups, meaning-centered therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and clinical hypnosis, all in improving patient and caregiver outcomes.
Research on primary and secondary prevention from a psychosocial perspective, including promoting healthy behaviors, reducing risk factors, enhancing screening participation, and improving adherence to early detection and follow-up care.

Duties and

Responsibilities

The Course Lecturer will

Serve as Course Coordinator for Pillar 4 - Psychosocial Oncology, contributing to course leadership alongside three co-coordinators (one per pillar).
Prepare and deliver Pillar-specific course content, or identify and invite guest lecturers, and select relevant research papers.
Attend sessions led by Pillar 4 guest lecturers.
Coordinate and communicate regularly with the other course coordinators to ensure alignment of learning objectives, course structure, and assessment strategies.
Contribute to the development and refinement of the course syllabus and learning activities, in collaboration with co-coordinators.
Evaluation of student work for Pillar 4, in accordance with McGill assessment policies.
Provide reasonable student consultation and hold office hours as required
Administer course-related responsibilities as required under the Course Lecturer Agreement (e.g., grading, review meetings, course feedback)
Attend assigned course sessions, including student presentations

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

PhD or equivalent terminal degree in a field relevant to psychosocial oncology
Demonstrated expertise in Pillar 4–aligned research and/or professional practice
Evidence of teaching experience or training at the undergraduate or graduate level

· Strong communication, organizational, and collaboration skills

Preferred Qualifications

· Experience teaching or coordinating graduate-level courses

Familiarity with interdisciplinary or team-taught course models
Experience working with students from diverse academic and disciplinary backgrounds

O

ther

Fluency in English and French (written and verbal) preferred

McGill University hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We welcome applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated groups to self-identify. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence,

.

Before applying, please note that to work at McGill University, you must be both authorized to work in Canada and willing to work in the province of Quebec at the campus where the position is based / located.

McGill University is an English-language university where most teaching and research activities are conducted in the English language, thereby requiring English communication both verbally and in writing.

Hiring Unit

Interdepartmental Studies

Course Title

Seminars in Cancer Series

Subject Code

CANC 621D2 D2

Location

Education

Schedule

Thursday 9:05-10:55

Deadline to Apply

2026-10-14

McGill University hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We welcome applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated groups to self-identify. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, .

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Course Lecturer - CANC 621D2

Job Description

Location

Education

By the end of this course, students will have gained a better understanding of the types of cancer research conducted within and outside of students' area of expertise. Specific learning outcomes include

For

Pillar 4

– Psychosocial Oncology, course content may include

Responsibilities

The Course Lecturer will

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

· Strong communication, organizational, and collaboration skills

Preferred Qualifications

· Experience teaching or coordinating graduate-level courses

Fluency in English and French (written and verbal) preferred

McGill University is an English-language university where most teaching and research activities are conducted in the English language, thereby requiring English communication both verbally and in writing.

Hiring Unit

Interdepartmental Studies

Course Title

Seminars in Cancer Series

Subject Code

Location

Education

Schedule

Thursday 9:05-10:55

Deadline to Apply

Company	McGill University
Location	London, England, United Kingdom
Type	FULL TIME
Niche	healthcare

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Course Lecturer - CANC 621D2

Job Description

Location

Education

By the end of this course, students will have gained a better understanding of the types of cancer research conducted within and outside of students' area of expertise. Specific learning outcomes include

ForPillar 4– Psychosocial Oncology, course content may include

Responsibilities

The Course Lecturer will

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

· Strong communication, organizational, and collaboration skills

Preferred Qualifications

· Experience teaching or coordinating graduate-level courses

Fluency in English and French (written and verbal) preferred

McGill University is an English-language university where most teaching and research activities are conducted in the English language, thereby requiring English communication both verbally and in writing.Hiring Unit

Interdepartmental StudiesCourse Title

Seminars in Cancer SeriesSubject Code

Location

EducationSchedule

Thursday 9:05-10:55Deadline to Apply

For

Pillar 4

– Psychosocial Oncology, course content may include

McGill University is an English-language university where most teaching and research activities are conducted in the English language, thereby requiring English communication both verbally and in writing.

Hiring Unit

Interdepartmental Studies

Course Title

Seminars in Cancer Series

Subject Code

Education

Schedule

Thursday 9:05-10:55

Deadline to Apply