Chemistry of the Elements II

University of Guelph; Guelph; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Guelph invites applications for Teaching Assistants, Graduates Service Assistants, and Sessional Lecturers for Winter 2027 in CHEM*3650 Chemistry of the Elements II. Roles include lab supervision, grading, exams, and student support.

Candidates must be enrolled in a Chemistry graduate program, hold a B.Sc. in chemistry, and have lab teaching experience. Training in safety and accessible education is required; expected duties include lab sessions and discussion moderation.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in a Chemistry graduate program (organic/inorganic/main group).
• Completed B.Sc. in chemistry or related field.
• Experience teaching chemistry labs (CHEM*1040/1050 or equivalent).
• Demonstrate enthusiasm for teaching and good teaching performance.
• Ability to create and maintain a safe workplace including waste management.

Responsibilities

• Conduct orientation and training.
• Hold office hours and provide student consultations.
• Prepare materials for labs/seminars.
• Assist with grading and invigilating exams.
• Manage course-related discussions and CourseLink monitoring.

Skills

Teaching enthusiasm

Teaching performance

Lab safety training

Hazardous materials handling

Spectroscopy knowledge

NMR/IR/GC/MS/UV-Vis

Inert atmosphere techniques

CourseLink familiarity

Education

B.Sc. in Chemistry

Graduate student in Chemistry

Tools

Schlenk lines

Inert atmosphere glove box

Microwave reactor

Photochemical reactor

Job description

for Teaching Assistants, Graduates Service Assistants & Sessional Lecturers

TA402412- Winter 2027-CHEM*3650 Chemistry of the Elements II

Teaching Assistant Work Assignment

Type of Work Assignment and Bargaining Unit:

GTA, Unit 1

Academic Unit:

Semester(s) of Assignment(s):

Winter 2027

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

Some

Course Number:

CHEM*3650

Course Name:

Chemistry of the Elements II

Course Format:

In-Class

Course Description:

See Course Calendar

40

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:

Yes

Number of Available 0.25 (35 hour) Work Assignments:

0

Number of Available 0.5 (70 hour) Work Assignments:

0

Number of Available 0.75 (105 hour) Work Assignments:

0

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

1

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

1

Duties and Responsibilities

• Orientation-Training
• Office Hours
• Preparation
• Student Consultation
• Conducting Labs/Seminars
• Meetings
• Invigilating Exams
• Grading
• Other Duties (specify below)
• Other Duties Described: May include CourseLink monitoring and Discussion moderation. Other duties as assigned, based on the operational requirements of the lab components and course grading, etc.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications: Applicants must:(a) be enrolled in a Chemistry graduate program in an area of synthetic chemistry (Organic, Inorganic, Main Group),(b) have completed a B.SC. degree in chemistry or a related field,(c) have previous experience teaching in chemistry laboratories (CHEM*1040 and/or CHEM*1050 or equivalent at another university),(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, including hazardous waste management and housekeeping skills,(f) expertise with pyrophoric reagents, toxic gases, toxic/corrosive gases, photochemical reactor, microwave reactor, Schlenk lines, inert atmosphere techniques, inert atmosphere glove box,(g) excellent spectroscopy skills (NMR, ATR-FTIR, GC, CG-MS, UV-VIS, CV, Polarimetry),(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). Additional training as required.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

(a) Ph.D. Candidate in Main Group/Inorganic Chemistry,(b) at least one year of research experience and solid knowledge of chemical literature,(c) Experience as a TA for CHEM*3640 would be considered an asset.

Days Required and Wages

Days and Times Required

See Webadvisor for possible lab section times. Other days and times required as assigned.Under "Other Experience Or Qualifications That May Be Applicable For This Work Assignment", please note any dates/times when you are NOT available to work, and the reasons. If you do not note any conflicts, we will assume you are available anytime and will assign you a section per department needs.

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

January 7, 2027 to May 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)

Sunday, November 15, 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.