Postdoctoral Teaching Opportunities
Postdoctoral scholars (PDS) have opportunities to teach within their department or related units, including arranging guest lectures with faculty members. Teaching workshops, online resources and conferences are available to gain pedagogical training.
According to the Postdoctoral Scholars Policy, postdoctoral scholars can undertake teaching responsibilities, with prior agreement from supervising faculty, of up to one full course per term.
Upcoming PD Workshops for Postdoctoral Scholars
Developing My Teaching Philosophy
Next session: April 14, 2026 | 12 - 1 p.m. MT | Room 1-16, Triffo Hall North Campus
Do you need some space to work on your teaching philosophy or maybe you need to create one? Here's a great opportunity to explore what teaching means to you and how you want to craft your teaching statement. Bring your computer and any teaching philosophy drafts you may already have. If you have never taught a class, this session is also for you.
What is a Teaching Dossier?
Next session: April 24, 2026 | 12 - 1 p.m. MT | Online
In today's academic arena, you will need a teaching portfolio or dossier if you are applying for faculty or postsecondary teaching positions. This session will cover what you want to include to have a competitive CV/academic application.
Register on CampusBRIDGE Zoom Link
Graduate Teaching and Learning Program
Postdoctoral scholars are encouraged to participate in the Graduate Teaching and Learning program (GTL). Though transcript notation isn't available, postdoctoral scholars can receive a completion letter for each level achieved.
If you've completed similar training before your fellowship, contact Dr. Jay Friesen (jayf@ualberta.ca) or Dr. Rob Desjardins (robertd1@ualberta.ca) to discuss entry at an appropriate level.
Centre for Teaching and Learning
The Centre for Teaching and Learning (CTL) provides teaching support for the entire university community. Some of the key supports available include: