CUPE - Winter2027 - CORRECTOR 80HR - BCH4123A

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

Job summary

The University of Ottawa invites applications for five Corrector (CUPE) positions in the Department of Chemistry and Biomolecular Sciences for the 2027 Winter Semester, Main Campus.

Work is in person from January 1, 2027 to April 30, 2027 with hourly rates of CAD 32.39 for undergraduates and CAD 38.86 for graduates. Duties include marking assignments, proctoring final exams, and related tasks. All applicants must meet the stated qualifications and participate in required safety trainings.

Qualifications

• B. Sc. Biochemistry or equivalent; Successful completion of BCH4125 or equivalent; Completion of BCH4123 and any clinical research or clinical experience would be an asset.
• Experience in modern biomedical research techniques and knowledge of genetics, cell biology.
• WHMIS and Occupational Health and Safety training; French reading knowledge is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Marking of assignments and final exam.
• Proctoring a final exam.
• Preparation and other tasks as negotiated with supervisor.

Skills

Grading assignments

Proctoring exams

Biochemistry knowledge

French reading (benefit)

Education

B.Sc. Biochemistry or equivalent

Completion of BCH4123

WHMIS & OH&S training

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 Chemistry and Biomolecular Sciences, Students & Casuals

Job Classification:

Corrector (CUPE)

Posting Type:

Cours précis / Specific course

Course Title:

Pathological Biochemistry

Course Code:

BCH4123

Section:

A

Supervisor name (if known):

Danny Lin, Julie Lois V Shaw

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:5

Contact avec étudiants / Contact with Students:0

Correction - Notation / Grading:70

Surveillance / Proctoring:0

Formation / Training:0

Autre / Other:5

Number of positions:

5

Expected Enrolment:

100

Work Start Date:

January 01, 2027

Work End Date:

April 30, 2027

Total Work Hours:

80

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:

Nature of Work

Marking of assignments and final exam. Proctoring a final exam.

Minimum Qualifications

B. Sc. Biochemistry or equivalent; Successful completion of BCH4125 or equivalent ; Completion of BCH 4123 and any clinical clinical research or clinical experience would be an asset. Experience in modern biomedical research techniques and knowledge of genetics, cell biology. 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; Knowledge of French (reading) is important as students in BCH4125 have the option of writing exams/tests in French.

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.