CUPE-W2026-LAB TA-BIM4316-130h

University of Ottawa; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Ottawa is seeking six Laboratory Teaching Assistant positions in the Department of Biology at the Main Campus. Work is in-person, January 1, 2027 to April 30, 2027, with tasks focusing on lab supervision, assistance to instructors, and support for students during labs.

Minimum requirements include BIM4316 or equivalent, WHMIS and OH&S training, and experience with molecular biology, biochemistry, or analytical chemistry labs.

Qualifications

• WHMIS training and OH&S safety requirements.
• Biology lab skills and techniques.
• Successful completion of BIM4316 or course equivalent.

Responsibilities

• LAB TA duties as described in attached job description.
• In-person supervision of lab sessions.
• Assist with grading and proctoring as needed.

Skills

WHMIS training

OH&S training

Biology lab skills

Education

Successful completion BIM4316 or equivalent

Job description

Posting Reason: New Position

Location where work is to be performed: Main Campus

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Unit: Department of Biology, Students & Casuals

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

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

Applications must be received BEFORE (YYYY/MM/DD): 2026/10/23

Description of tasks (hours): Unless specified below, specific allocation of hours to various tasks should be articulated in a description of work negotiated and signed by you and the supervising professor prior to the commencement of work.

• 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: 6

Expected Enrolment:

Work Start Date: January 01, 2027

Work End Date: April 30, 2027

Total Work Hours: 0

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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

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Requirements and Nature of Work:

Nature of work: LAB TA, job description will be attached.

Requirement:

• Compétences minimales-Minimumqualifications
• Avoir réussi le cours BIM4316 ou les cours équivalent(s). Successful completion of BIM4316 or course equivalent(s).
• Doit avoir réussi aux ateliers sur le Système d'Information sur les Matières Dangereuses Utilisés au Travail (SIMDUT) et sur la Loi sur la santé et la sécurité au travail (Loi SST) / Successful completion of WHMIS and Occupational Health and Safety workshops
• Additional info or requirements: Successful completion of Molecular Biology labs or Biochemistry labs or Analytical Chemistry labs.

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;

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.