Sessional Lecturer - PHL240H5S - Minds and Machines

Date Posted: 03/16/2026
Req ID: 47372
Faculty/Division: UofT Mississauga
Department: UTM: Philosophy
Campus: University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM)

Description:

Can machines think and feel? Are human beings simply very complicated organic machines? These questions are discussed in the light of recent work on the simulation of intelligence and purposive behaviour.

POSTING DATE: March 16, 2026

CLOSING DATE: April 6, 2026

Salary: $9,820.70 (Sessional Lecturer 1) includes 4% vacation pay
$10,510.04 (Sessional Lecturer 1 – Long Term) includes 6% vacation pay
$10,510.04 (Sessional Lecturer 2) includes 6% vacation pay
$10,760.28 (Sessional Lecturer 2 – Long Term) includes 6% vacation pay
$10,760.28 (Sessional Lecturer 3) includes 6% vacation pay
$11,030.36 (Sessional Lecturer 3 – Long Term) includes 6% vacation pay 

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