CUPE - TA MCG3707 A - Hiver 2027

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

Job summary

The University of Ottawa seeks a Teaching Assistant to support the course MCG3707 Automatique. You will assist the course supervisor, run weekly labs, prepare equipment, consult with students and mark assessments. In-person duties and flexible availability for the 2027 Winter Semester are required.

Successful candidates have completed undergraduate mechanical courses, strong mechanics knowledge and good communication skills, with a readiness to proctor exams and work with basic hand tools.

Qualifications

• Have successfully completed undergraduate mechanical courses.
• Strong knowledge of Free Body Diagrams and engineering mechanics.
• Good knowledge of common engineering materials and manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Provide teaching assistance to the course supervisor.
• Conduct weekly dissection labs and set up equipment.
• Consult with students, mark work and proctor exams.
• Be available in person throughout the course session.

Skills

Free Body Diagrams

Engineering mechanics

Hand tools

Communication

Education

Undergraduate mechanical courses

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Job Title

Course Title: Automatique

Course Code: MCG3707

Section: A

Course Session

2027 Winter Semester | Trimestre d'hiver

Job Classification

Teaching Assistant/Demonstrator/Lab Monitor (CUPE)

Supervisor

Supervisor name (if known): Aneta Traikova

Location

Main Campus

Work Schedule

• Work Start Date: janvier 01, 2027
• Work End Date: avril 30, 2027
• Total Work Hours: 130
• Hourly Rate: AE-RA-Tuteur / TA-RA-Tutor : $33.83 or/or $53.31 (Sept. 2026 - Aug. 2027)
• Number of positions: 1
• Expected Enrolment: 57

Method of Delivery

In person. Language of Work: Français | French

Responsibilities and Duties

• Position Purpose: Providing teaching assistance to the course supervisor, conducting the weekly dissection labs, setting up the equipment, students consultation, marking and proctoring. Allocation of hours and other duties will be specified by the supervisor.
• What you will bring: Have successfully completed undergrad mechanical courses, Exceptional knowledge of Free Body Diagrams and engineering mechanics, Good knowledge of common engineering materials and manufacturing processes. Ability to work with basic hand tools. Excellent communication skills. Availability in person throughout the course session. Availability to proctor the final exam. Please note that the teaching method will be delivered in person. It is possible that the method could change due to health measures or other reasons.

Diversity and Inclusion

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 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.

Health & Safety Policies

Prior to May 1, 2022, the University required all students, faculty, staff, and visitors (including contractors) to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 as defined in Policy 129 - Covid-19 Vaccination. This policy was suspended effective May 1, 2022 but may be reinstated at any point in the future depending on public health guidelines and the recommendations of experts.

Hiring Process

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

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.

Applicant Information

Applications must be received BEFORE (YYYY/MM/DD): 2026/11/12

Additional Benefits

These rates do not include vacation pay nor statutory pay.

Employer Information

University of Ottawa is the largest bilingual (English-French) university in the world. Located at the heart of Canada’s capital, we have ready access to the great institutions of our country. Our advances in social sciences, health, engineering, science and the humanities make uOttawa a unique place to learn, grow and excel. The University of Ottawa aspires to employing a staff that fully represents the diversity of Canada's population. As a result, it is committed to employment equity principles and aims to provide an inclusive and barrier-free workplace.

The University of Ottawa offers a generous pay and benefits package that includes a competitive salary, a defined benefit pension plan, group insurance coverage and an employee and family assistance program.

• competitive salary
• a defined benefit pension plan
• group insurance coverage
• an employee and family assistance program

All University of Ottawa employees are required under provincial law to successfully complete all mandatory legislated training offered by the University.