CUPE - Hiver 2027 - TA - GEO1701

University of Ottawa; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 74,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Ottawa invites applications for a Teaching Assistant/Grader/Lab Monitor for GEO1701 Terre: les catastrophes naturelles at the Main Campus. Two positions available for the 2027 Winter Semester, January 1 to April 30, 2027, totaling 130 work hours.

Rates are $33.83 or $53.31 per hour depending on level, undergraduate paid at the lower rate. Responsibilities include preparing materials, engaging with students, grading quizzes and exams, proctoring, and training.

Qualifications

• B.Sc. in Earth Sciences or environmental sciences or equivalent.
• Must have taken GEO1701 or possess strong knowledge of external and internal geodynamic processes.
• Must be present during course hours and assist with grading.

Responsibilities

• Prepare course materials and assist during class hours.
• Assist with contact with students during sessions.
• Grade quizzes and exams.
• Proctor exams and supervise during labs.
• Participate in training sessions.

Education

B.Sc. in Earth Sciences / Environmental Sciences or equivalent

Job description

Posting Reason:

New Position

Location where work is to be performed:

Main Campus

Session:

2027 Winter Semester | Trimestre d'hiver

Faculty:

Faculté des sciences / Faculty of Science

Unit:

Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences, Students & Casuals

Job Classification:

Teaching Assistant/Demonstrator/Lab Monitor (CUPE)

Posting Type:

Cours précis / Specific course

Course Title:

Terre: les catastrophes naturelles

Course Code:

GEO1701

Date Posted (YYYY/MM/DD):

2026/10/05

Applications must be received BEFORE (YYYY/MM/DD):

2026/10/20

Description of tasks (hours):

• Recherche / Research:0
• Préparation / Preparation:1
• Contact avec étudiants / Contact with Students:20
• Correction - Notation / Grading:90
• Surveillance / Proctoring:4
• Formation / Training:15
• Autre / Other:0

Number of positions:

2

Expected Enrolment:

100

Work Start Date:

January 01, 2027

Work End Date:

April 30, 2027

Total Work Hours:

130

Hourly Rate:

AE-RA-Tuteur / TA-RA-Tutor : $33.83 ou/or $53.31 (Sept. 2026 - Aug. 2027)
Undergraduate students will be paid at the lower rate; while graduate students will be paid at the higher rate.
These rates do not include vacation pay nor statutory pay.

Method of Delivery:

In Person

Language of Work:

Français | French

Requirements and Nature of Work:

B.Sc. en Sciences de la Terre, Sciences environnementales ou un équivalent. Doit avoir suivi le cours ou avoir une excellente connaissance des processus géodynamiques externe et interne; être présent durant les heures de cours; Aider à la correction de quiz et d'examen. Veuillez indiquer clairement tous les cours et les expériences de travail reliées au poste.

Additional Information and/or Comments:

The hiring process will be governed by the current CUPE 2626 collective agreement.

The University of Ottawa embraces diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We are passionate about our people and committed to employment equity. We foster a culture of respect, teamwork and inclusion, where collaboration, innovation, and creativity fuel our quest for research and teaching excellence. While all qualified persons are invited to apply, we welcome applications from qualified Indigenous persons, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, women and LGBTQIA2S+ persons. The University is committed to creating and maintaining an accessible, barrier-free work environment. The University is also committed to working with applicants with disabilities requesting accommodation during the recruitment, assessment and selection processes. Applicants with disabilities may contact the academic unit to communicate the accommodation need.

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