CHEM*2880

University of Guelph; Guelph; Hybrid; CAD 34,440,000 - 44,083,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Guelph is seeking qualified Chemistry graduate students to support CHEM*2880 Physical Chemistry as Teaching Assistants for Fall 2026. Responsibilities include leading labs, grading, and assisting students in a structured course environment.

Applicants must be enrolled in a Chemistry graduate program, have a B.Sc. in chemistry, and demonstrate strong teaching and safety skills. On-campus duties include tutorials and invigilation with course-related discussions via CourseLink.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in Chemistry graduate program; B.Sc. in chemistry or related field.
• Experience teaching in chemistry laboratories.
• Ability to demonstrate enthusiasm for teaching and satisfactory teaching performance.
• Ability to demonstrate ability to create and maintain a safe workplace.
• Competent oral presentation skills and ability to address student questions.
• Solid understanding of physical chemistry (1st & 2nd year undergrad level).
• Completion of Lab Safety Training (EHS), WHMIS Training (EHS), Worker Health & Safety Awareness (EHS), Accessible Service Provision (CourseLink) and Making Education Accessible (CourseLink).

Responsibilities

• Deliver the course tutorial.
• Conduct labs/seminars and invigilate exams.
• Grade assignments and exams.
• Attend mandatory meetings and meet deadlines.
• Cover Chemistry Learning Center (CLC) shifts and provide feedback.

Skills

Teaching in chemistry labs

Oral presentation

Enthusiasm for teaching

Safety awareness

Explain concepts clearly

Education

B.Sc. in Chemistry

Graduate student in Chemistry

Tools

CourseLink

Job description

for Teaching Assistants, Graduates Service Assistants & Sessional Lecturers

TA388433- Fall 2026-CHEM*2880 Physical Chemistry

Teaching Assistant Work Assignment

Type of Work Assignment and Bargaining Unit:

GTA, Unit 1

Academic Unit:

Semester(s) of Assignment(s):

Fall 2026

This Work Assignment(s) may be assigned to fulfill the terms and conditions of a guaranteed Job Security Period:

Some

Course Number:

CHEM*2880

Course Name:

Physical Chemistry

Course Format:

In-Class

Course Description:

See Course Calendar

Other Course Description or Assignment Information:

The total number of assignments may be higher depending on class enrollment at the time of assignment.

200

Level of Appointment for GTA, GSA-1 UTA(s)

The following is an estimate of number and levels of available appointments at the time of posting. This may change (increase or decrease) at the time of assignment contingent on departmental needs.

This Posting includes Multiple Work Assignments:

No

Number of Available 0.25 (35 hour) Work Assignments:

0

Number of Available 0.5 (70 hour) Work Assignments:

1

Number of Available 0.75 (105 hour) Work Assignments:

0

Number of Available Full 1.0 (140 hour) Work Assignments:

0

Total Number (Load) of Assignment(s) Available:

1

Duties and Responsibilities

Anticipated Duties and Responsibilities:

• Orientation-Training
• Office Hours
• Preparation
• Student Consultation
• Conducting Labs/Seminars
• Meetings
• Invigilating Exams
• Grading
• Other Duties (specify below)

Other Duties Described:

Deliver the course tutorial. May also include replying to questions posted on CourseLink Discussions and electronic file management. Other duties as assigned, including hours in the Chemistry Learning Center (CLC).

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Applicants must:a) Be enrolled in a Chemistry graduate program;b) Have completed a B.Sc. degree in chemistry or a related field;c) Have experience teaching in chemistry laboratories;d) Be able to demonstrate an enthusiasm for teaching and satisfactory teaching performance;e) Be able to demonstrate an ability to create and maintain a safe work place;f) Applicants must also have competent oral presentation skills and be comfortable presenting in front of groups;g) Have a solid understanding of physical chemistry (1st & 2nd yr undergrad level) to be able to explain concepts and address student questions;h) Applicants must be able to provide documentation indicating they have completed the following training programs: Lab Safety Training (EHS), WHMIS Training (EHS), Worker Health & Safety Awareness (EHS), Accessible Service Provision (CourseLink) and Making Education Accessible (CourseLink).Please note:By applying for this work assignment, you are agreeing to be available on campus from the start of the contract to complete all assigned duties, available to attend all mandatory meetings, complete accurate and consistent marking by assigned deadlines with written feedback, cover Chemistry Learning Center (CLC) shifts, invigilate and grade midterm exams, and be available to the end of the contract to invigilate and grade final exams. Although every effort will be made to assign TAs to their preferred days/times, we cannot guarantee to meet your preference, except for incidences when an assignment conflicts with a graduate course for which you are enrolled.Selection of successful candidates will be made in accordance with Article 11.04 of the CUPE 3913-1 collective agreement. Assignments to particular courses will be made in accordance with departmental needs and procedures.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience as a TA for CHEM*2880
• Area of research focus should be in Physical Chemistry.

Days Required and Wages

Days and Times Required:

CHEM*2880 Fall 2026 Seminar / Tutorial is scheduled for Wednesday, 5:30 PM - 6:50 PM.

Period of the Work Assignment (Start Date and End Date):

September 8, 2026 to January 7, 2027

Wage Rate (per hour, per semester, per Full-load 1.0 Work Assignment):

Other Posting Information

Application Deadline (All postings will automatically expire at 11:59 pm on this day):

Monday, August 24, 2026

Posting Email Contact:

Hiring Contact Information:

Naomi Schneider, Instructional Support CoordinatorDepartment of ChemistryUniversity of [e-mail]

At the University of Guelph, fostering a culture of inclusion is an institutional imperative. The University invites and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including from groups that are traditionally underrepresented in employment, who may contribute to further diversification of our Institution. For more information, the Office of Diversity and Human Rights (DHR) is a welcoming, safe and confidential one-stop shop for information, training and support on issues relating to diversity and human rights on our campus.

All applicants must be eligible to work in Canada specifically at the University of Guelph before applying for an academic work assignment. All successful applicants must perform their work in Ontario and must be able to attend on-campus in-person meetings as required.

Teaching Assistant work assignments are unionized with CUPE 3913 and their terms and conditions of work are covered by the Unit 1 Collective Agreement between the University and CUPE 3913 (email contact: [e-mail]).

The use of AI to perform job responsibilities must be directed by or approved beforehand in writing by the supervisor or course instructor.