CUPE - Winter 2027 - TA - GEO4308/GEO5169

University of Ottawa; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 44,000 - 54,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Ottawa invites applications for three Teaching Assistant/Demonstrator/Lab Monitor positions for GEO4308/GEO5169 Geochronology and Isotope Tracers/Radiogenic Isotope Geochemistry. Work is on main campus from January 1, 2027 to April 30, 2027, in-person with student contact and course support.

Candidates should have a B.Sc. in Earth Sciences or equivalent; current research in geochronology and isotope geochemistry is an asset.

Qualifications

• B.Sc. in Earth Sciences or equivalent.
• Current research in geochronology/isotope tracers is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Prepare course materials and assist with course delivery.
• Interact with students and help address questions.
• Assist with grading and assessment of assignments.

Skills

Geochronology knowledge

Isotope geochemistry

Research experience

Education

B.Sc. in Earth Sciences 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 Earth and Environmental Sciences, Students & Casuals

Job Classification:

Teaching Assistant/Demonstrator/Lab Monitor (CUPE)

Posting Type:

Cours précis / Specific course

Course Title:

Geochronology and Isotope Tracers/Radiogenic Isotope Geochemistry

Course Code:

GEO4308/GEO5169

Date Posted (YYYY/MM/DD):

2026/10/05

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

2026/10/20

Description of tasks (hours):

• Recherche / Research:0
• Préparation / Preparation:20
• Contact avec étudiants / Contact with Students:100
• Correction - Notation / Grading:10
• Surveillance / Proctoring:0
• Formation / Training:0
• Autre / Other:0

Number of positions:

3

Expected Enrolment:

20

Work Start Date:

January 01, 2027

Work End Date:

April 30, 2027

Total Work Hours:

130

Hourly Rate:

Correcteur / Corrector : $32.39 ou/or $38.86 (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:

B.Sc. in Earth Sciences or equivalent. Current research in Geochronology, Isotope Tracers, and Radiogenic Isotope Geochemistry would be an asset.

B.Sc. en Science de la Terre ou équivalent. Recherches actuelles en géochronologie, traceurs isotopiques et géochimie des isotopes radiogéniques seraient un atout.

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.