Sessional Lecturer EAS219H1F Cultural History of Food in East Asia
University of Toronto • Toronto, Canada
Role Description
Date Posted: 03/12/2026
Req ID:47328
Faculty/Division: Faculty of Arts & Science
Department: Dept of East Asian Studies
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)
Description:
Course Description: This course introduces historical, literary, and anthropological issues related to the consumption of food in East Asia. Through a wide variety of reading materials, it focuses on the relationship between various foodways and trade, ritual, religion, medicine, and cultural identity.
Estimated course enrolment: 100 students
Estimated TA support: 90 Hours
Class schedule: In-person lectures Tuesdays & Thursdays 11am-1pm
Sessional dates of appointment: May 1, 2026 – June 30, 2026
Salary:
Sessional Lecturer I: $9,820.70
Sessional Lecturer I (Long-term): $10,510.04
Sessional Lecturer II: $10,510.04
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