CUPE - W2027 - TA - PHY1112 - Introduction to Computational Physics

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

Job summary

University of Ottawa is seeking two Teaching Assistant positions for the course Introduction to Computational Physics (PHY1112) at the Main Campus. You will support students, grade and proctor exams, and assist in the computer lab under supervision from Prof. Czischek.

Work dates run Jan 1, 2027 to Apr 30, 2027 with a total of 65 hours and hourly rates for undergrad and grad students. Apply by Oct 24, 2026.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years in physics or equivalent.
• Marking/grading of assignments, tests, midterms.
• Helping students in computer lab: 18 hours.
• Proctoring mid-term and final exams as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Assist in in-class delivery of PHY1112.
• Grade assignments, tests, and midterms within required timelines.
• Provide support to students in the physics computer lab.
• Proctor scheduled examinations and assist during labs.

Skills

Teaching

Grading

Student support

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

Introduction to Computational Physics

Course Code

PHY1112

Section

Supervisor name (if known)

Prof. Czischek

Date Posted (YYYY/MM/DD)

2026/10/05

Applications must be received BEFORE (YYYY/MM/DD)

2026/10/24

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:18
• Correction - Notation / Grading:41
• Surveillance / Proctoring:4
• Formation / Training:0
• Autre / Other:2

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 CLASS

Language of Work

Anglais | English

Requirements and Nature of Work

• Requirements (faculty):
• Minimum of 3 years in physics or equivalent.
• Marking/grading of assignments, tests, midterm(s): 41 hours.
• Helping students in computer lab: 18 hours.
• Proctoring mid-term: 2 hours.
• Proctoring final exam SCIXXXX. Assigned by the faculty: 4 hours.

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.