CUPE - Winter 2027 - TA - POL2103 - E00

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

Job summary

The University of Ottawa is seeking a Teaching Assistant for POL2103 (Introduction to International Relations and Global Politics) for the 2027 Winter Semester at the Main Campus in Ottawa. The role involves teaching assistance, discussion groups, grading, and office hours under the supervision of Professor Philippe Frowd.

Work is in person with schedule Tue 11:30–13:00 and Fri 13:00–14:30; slots may require campus presence and travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Official course description: Study of international relations and the dynamics within global order with an emphasis on key concepts, theories and analytic frameworks.
• Priority will be given to candidates in accordance with articles 18.5 and 18.6 of the CUPE collective agreement.
• Students must be available to travel to the University of Ottawa campus in Ottawa at the request of their supervisor and/or the School.

Responsibilities

• Teaching assistance, discussion groups, marking papers and exams, and office hours to meet with students.
• Meet deadlines set by the supervisor and attend lectures if requested.

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 sociales / Faculty of Social Sciences

Unit

School of Political Studies_ST

Job Classification

Teaching Assistant/Demonstrator/Lab Monitor (CUPE)

Posting Type

Cours précis / Specific course

Course Title

Introduction to International Relations and Global Politics

Course Code

POL2103

Section

E00

Supervisor name (if known)

Professor Philippe Frowd

Date Posted (YYYY/MM/DD)

2026/10/19

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

2026/11/03

Description of tasks (hours)

• 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

1

Expected Enrolment

173

Work Start Date

January 11, 2027

Work End Date

April 30, 2027

Total Work Hours

60

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

Official course description: Study of international relations and the dynamics within global order with an emphasis on key concepts, theories and analytic frameworks. Analysis of contemporary issues and their impact on globalization and global relations.

Course schedule

• Tuesday: 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
• Friday: 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Nature of work

Various responsibilities such as: teaching assistance, discussion groups, marking of papers and exams, and office hours to meet with students. The student must meet the deadlines set by the supervisor and attend lectures if requested to do so.

Requirements

Priority will be given to candidates in accordance with articles 18.5 and 18.6 of the CUPE collective agreement.

Please note that the teaching method will be delivered in the following format (in person). Some of the work will therefore have to be done on campus. It is possible that the teaching or work method will change due to health measures or other reasons.

Students must be available to travel to the University of Ottawa campus in Ottawa at the request of their supervisor and/or the School.

Additional Information and/or Comments

Allocation of hours to be determined with your supervisor

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.