CUPE - Winter2027 - CORRECTOR 80H - BCH2333B

University of Ottawa; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 54,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Ottawa invites applications for ten course-specific corrector (CUPE) positions to support BCH2333: Introduction to Biochemistry at the Main Campus. Work runs Jan 1, 2027 to Apr 30, 2027, in person, with hourly compensation and enrollment at the undergraduate/graduate pay scale.

Responsibilities include grading essays and short/long answer questions, assisting with student contact, and proctoring exams. Minimum qualifications apply, including WHMIS/OH&S training.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of one full year of organic chemistry.
• One full year of biochemistry completed.
• WHMIS and Occupational Health and Safety workshops completed.

Responsibilities

• Marking and grading assignments including long answer questions.
• Assist with student contact and guidance during the course.
• Support grading and proctoring tasks in person.

Skills

Grading support

Student interaction

Test administration

Tools

WHMIS

Job description

Posting Reason

New Position

Location where work is to be performed

Main Campus

Session

2026 Winter Semester | Trimestre d'hiver

Faculty

Faculté des sciences / Faculty of Science

Unit

Department of Chemistry and Biomolecular Sciences, Students & Casuals

Job Classification

Corrector (CUPE)

Posting Type

Cours précis / Specific course

Course Title

Introduction to Biochemistry

Course Code

BCH2333

Section

B

Supervisor name (if known)

Rachel Kozlowski

Date Posted (YYYY/MM/DD)

2026/10/05

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

2026/10/20

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:6
• Contact avec étudiants / Contact with Students:32
• Correction - Notation / Grading:20
• Surveillance / Proctoring:7
• Formation / Training:0
• Autre / Other:0

Number of positions

10

Expected Enrolment

400

Work Start Date

January 01, 2027

Work End Date

April 30, 2027

Total Work Hours

80

Hourly Rate

Correcteur / Corrector : $32.39 or/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

Nature of Work

Marking and grading assistance, including marking/grading of a written assignment (essay format) and the comprehensive assessment of long answer questions.

Minimum Qualifications

• Successful completion of one full year of organic chemistry, 1 full year of biochemistry, and BCH3120 or equivalent.
• All those who are not graduate students in Chemistry or Biological Sciences will be required to write a test to qualify (unless already done).
• Successful completion of WHIMIS and Occupational Health and Safety workshops

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.