Sessional Lecturer-ECOHF​/ECOHF: Sp in Eco: Banking Comp. and Fin. Stability; Sec.L5101

Sessional Lecturer-ECO
421H1F/ECO
4050H1F:
Sp Top in Eco:
Banking Comp. and Fin. Stability (Sec.

L5101)

University of Toronto – Woodsworth College, Faculty of Arts & Science, Department of Economics, St. George (Downtown Toronto) campus.
Posted February 26, 2026. Sessional dates:
May 1 – June 30, 2026.

This Special Topics in Economics course examines banking as an imperfectly competitive institution that creates liquidity, allocates credit, and manages risk within a market shaped by competition, information frictions, and strategic behavior. Topics include the effects of deposit insurance, capital requirements, and resolution regimes on system stability and incentives. Students will engage in interactive discussions, a core research project, and guest speaker sessions to apply economic tools to real-world financial decisions.

Monday 18:00–21:00;
Wednesday 18:00–21:00. Delivery method: in‑person (may change as determined by the Faculty).

Estimated enrollment: 50 students.
Estimated TA support: 70 hours (contingent on enrollment and funding).

• $9,820.70 – Sessional Lecturer I
• $10,510.04 – Sessional Lecturer I – Long Term
• $10,510.04 – Sessional Lecturer II
• $10,760.28 – Sessional Lecturer II – Long Term
• $10,760.28 – Sessional Lecturer III
• $11,030.36 – Sessional Lecturer III – Long Term

Rates stipulated in the collective agreement prevail if they differ from those listed above.

• PhD in Economics
• Prior university‑level teaching experience in this course or a similar one
• Ability and experience teaching large classes

• Demonstrated excellence in teaching over four or more years

• Prepare and deliver lectures for the course
• Supervise teaching assistant(s) assigned to the course
• Prepare, supervise, and grade tests and examinations in accordance with University regulations
• Provide scheduled office hours for academic counseling of students

Applicants should submit an updated curriculum vitae, contact information for two referees or two reference letters, evidence of teaching in the relevant area (including student evaluations if available), and the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 application form available at  All documents must be attached in a single PDF file. If you have any questions, contact ses All applicants must have a valid email address.

Closing Date: March 19, 2026, 11:59 PM EDT

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