CUPE - W2027 - PHY3320 - Electromagnetic Theory

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

Job summary

University of Ottawa is hiring Teaching Assistants for the Electromagnetic Theory course (PHY3320) at the Main Campus. Two positions are available, with in-person work starting January 1, 2027 and ending April 30, 2027. Tasks include grading, helping students with problem solving, and proctoring exams, for a total of 65 hours.

Rates are CAD 33.83/hour for undergraduates and CAD 53.31/hour for graduates, with vacation and statutory pay excluded. Application closes 2026-10-24.

Qualifications

• Completion of four (4) years of University level Physics or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• 45 hours: Marking/grading of assignments, tests, midterm(s).
• 10 hours: Helping students with problem solving.
• 6 hours: Proctoring mid-term(s).
• 4 hours: Proctoring final exam(s).

Skills

Contact with Students

Grading/Notation

Proctoring

Problem solving assistance

In-person instruction

Education

Four years University Physics 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 Physics, Students & Casuals

Job Classification:

Teaching Assistant/Demonstrator/Lab Monitor (CUPE)

Posting Type:

Cours précis / Specific course

Course Title:

Electromagnetic Theory

Course Code:

PHY3320

Date Posted (YYYY/MM/DD):

2026/10/05

Application Deadline:

2026/10/24

Description of tasks (hours):

• Recherche / Research:0
• Préparation / Preparation:0
• Contact avec étudiants / Contact with Students:10
• Correction - Notation / Grading:45
• Surveillance / Proctoring:4
• Formation / Training:0
• Autre / Other:6

Number of positions:

2

Expected Enrolment:

TBD

Work Start Date:

janvier 01, 2027

Work End Date:

avril 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:

Requirements (faculty): Completion of four (4) years of University level Physics or equivalent.

Job Description

• 45 hours: Marking/grading of assignments, tests, midterm(s);
• 10 hours: Helping students with problem solving.
• 6 hours: Proctoring mid-term (s), other tasks.
• 4 hours. Proctoring final exam SCIXXXX. Assigned by the faculty.

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.

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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