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
Graduate Teaching + Learning Program, Level 1: Foundations
Next session: Aug. 17-27, 2026 | Online
The Graduate Teaching and Learning Program (GTLP) is designed to support your development as an educator. Level 1: Foundations is a workshop series that establishes foundational knowledge and provides the basis for a deeper dive into scholarly literature on teaching and skill-building in Levels 2 through 4.
This level covers the university policy and professional ethics training you need to know as a teaching assistant (TA) and teaching basics that will help you become a more effective and confident educator.
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: