CUPE - Hiver 2027 - TA - POL1501 - B00

University of Ottawa; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 47,000 - 73,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Ottawa is seeking a Teaching Assistant for the course Introduction à la science politique (POL1501) at the Main Campus in Ottawa. The position runs from January 11, 2027 to April 30, 2027, with a total of 60 work hours and two pay rates depending on student status.

Undergraduate students receive the lower rate, while graduate students earn the higher rate. The role is delivered in person, with sessions scheduled on Thursdays from 19:00 to 22:00, and involves teaching

Qualifications

• Course-related studies in political science or related field advantageous.
• Ability to communicate clearly with students in a classroom setting.
• Experience supporting undergraduate or graduate students is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist in teaching the course POL1501, including discussion groups and student support.
• Assist with grading and evaluation of student work and examinations.
• Provide proctoring and supervision during class sessions.
• Coordinate with the supervisor on scheduling and deadlines.

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 sociales / Faculty of Social Sciences

Unit: School of Political Studies_ST

Job Classification: Teaching Assistant/Demonstrator/Lab Monitor (CUPE)

Posting Type: Cours précis / Specific course

Course Title: Introduction à la science politique

Course Code: POL1501

Section: B00

Supervisor name (if known): Professeur Noomane Raboudi

Date Posted (YYYY/MM/DD): 2026/10/19

Applications must be received BEFORE (YYYY/MM/DD): 2026/11/03

Description of tasks (hours):

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

Number of positions: 1

Expected Enrolment: 244

Work Start Date: January 11, 2027

Work End Date: April 30, 2027

Total Work Hours: 60

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: En présentiel

Language of Work: Français | French

Requirements and Nature of Work:

Description officielle du cours: Étude comparative des idées, concepts et enjeux permettant une compréhension des phénomènes politiques et de leur importance dans la vie des individus et des collectivités. Questionnement sur le pouvoir, la citoyenneté et la participation politique. Introduction au travail de recherche (ex. : recherche bibliographique, rédaction d'un rapport de recherche ou de lecture).

Horaire du cours:

Jeudi: 19h à 22h

Nature du travail:

Une combinaison de tâches telle que : l'assistance en enseignement, l'animation de groupes de discussion, la correction de travaux et d'examens, consultation personnelle avec les étudiant(e)s. L'étudiant(e) doit s'engager à respecter l'échéancier de travail établi par le superviseur et être disponible pour assister au cours à la demande du superviseur.

Exigences:

La priorité sera donnée aux candidat(e)s conformément aux articles 18.5 et 18.6 de la convention collective SCFP.

Additional Information and/or Comments:

L'attribution des heures sera déterminée avec votre superviseur.e

All University of Ottawa employees are required under provincial law to successfully complete all mandatory legislated training offered by the University. The list of training requirements may be modified by provincial law. If you are invited to continue the selection process, please notify us of any particular adaptive measures you might require. We may consult with the Health and Wellness sector of Human Resources, if needed. Any information you send us will be handled respectfully and in complete confidence.

The hiring process will be governed by the current CUPE 2626 collective agreement; you can click here to find out more.

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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