CUPE - TA - Winter2027 - TA - 65HR - BCH4932

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

Job summary

The University of Ottawa invites applications for a Teaching Assistant/Demonstrator/Lab Monitor (CUPE) for BCH4932 during the 2027 Winter Semester at Main Campus. The role encompasses preparing and delivering biochemistry tutorials, assisting students, and contributing to assessment activities in a hands-on lab setting.

Hiring is for January–April 2027 with in-person delivery. The position pays hourly rates with distinction between undergraduate and graduate students, and requires WHMIS/OHS

Qualifications

• Minimum B.Sc. in Biochemistry or equivalent.
• Completion of WHMIS and Occupational Health & Safety workshops.
• Experience preparing and delivering tutorials is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and giving tutorials and answering students’ questions.
• Grading work and providing timely feedback.
• Proctoring exams and supervising in-class activities.

Skills

Teaching

Student support

Communication

Education

B.Sc. in Biochemistry

Job description

Job Details

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 Chemistry and Biomolecular Sciences, Students & Casuals

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

Posting Type: Cours précis / Specific course

Course Title: Biochemistry Seminar - Biotechnology Seminar

Course Code: BCH4932

Section: A

Supervisor name (if known): Josée Coutu

Date Posted (YYYY/MM/DD): 2026/10/05

Applications must be received BEFORE (YYYY/MM/DD): 2026/10/20

Tasks & Hours

• Recherche / Research: 0


• Préparation / Preparation: 19


• Contact avec étudiants / Contact with Students: 4


• Correction - Notation / Grading: 38


• Surveillance / Proctoring: 4


• Formation / Training: 0


• Autre / Other: 0

Number of positions: 10

Expected Enrolment: 135

Work Start Date: January 01, 2027

Work End Date: April 30, 2027

Total Work Hours: 65

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: Anglais | English

Requirements and Nature of Work

Nature of Work: Preparing and giving tutorials, answering students' questions.

Minimum Qualifications: B. Sc. in Biochemistry or their equivalents.

Successful completion of Whimis and Occupational Health and Safety workshops

Additional Information and/or Comments

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.

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.