Sessional Lecturer - PPG2010H-S- Panel Data Methods for Policy AnalysisDate Posted: 08/13/2024
Req ID: 38525
Faculty/Division: Faculty of Arts & Science
Department: Munk School of Global Affairs & Public Policy
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)
Description: Course number and title: PPG2010H1-S – Panel Data Methods for Policy Analysis
Course description: The course provides a rigorous introduction to statistical methods for the analysis of panel data with specific application to the major Canadian longitudinal data sets. This course is offered in collaboration with the Toronto Research Data Centre (RDC), which provides secure access to Canada's preeminent panel data sets for public policy analysis. The course will take place within the RDC, providing students hands-on experience with these important sources of information on public issues. Instruction includes a combination of lectures and break-out groups, where students will complete problem sets that introduce the RDC panel data sets and practice their analysis. The statistical methods reviewed will be drawn from various disciplines to promote the inter-disciplinary study of public policy. Certain topics of particular relevance to the RDC panel data (e.g., cluster sampling, bootstrapping) will also be covered. The course is intended for MPP students from the Munk School of Global Affairs & Public Policy and students from departments, schools, and faculties where small numbers preclude a similar course being offered or that desire instruction in the use of data housed in the Toronto Region Statistics Canada RDC.
Delivery method: The delivery method for this course is expected to be in-person. Please note that, in keeping with current circumstances, the course delivery method may change as determined by the Faculty or the Department.
Sessional dates of appointment: January 1, 2025 – April 30, 2025
Minimum qualifications: Ph.D. with a specialization in statistical measurement and evaluation required. Extensive knowledge and background in statistical/quantitative methods in social sciences methodology required. Experience and knowledge of applying panel data methods in public policy required.
Preferred qualifications: Experience in teaching in a multidisciplinary context is an asset.
Description of duties: Teaching at the graduate level, developing the syllabus, teaching three-hour classes, providing weekly office hours for academic counseling of students, preparing and delivering course material, preparing and delivering assignments and tests, marking student work and submitting grades.
This job is posted in accordance with the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 Collective Agreement. Preference in hiring is given to qualified individuals advanced to the rank of Sessional Lecturer II or Sessional Lecturer III in accordance with Article 14:12 of the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 collective agreement. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
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