CUPE - Winter20276 - TA - LAB 75HR - CHM1321

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

Job summary

The University of Ottawa is seeking Teaching Assistant/Demonstrator/Lab Monitor for CHM1321 Organic Chemistry I at Main Campus during the 2026 Winter Semester. The role involves direct student contact, lab supervision, and grading of lab reports.

In-person delivery supports hands-on learning and laboratory safety compliance. The position requires one year of general chemistry and one year of organic chemistry, CHM2120/2123 or equivalents, plus WHMIS/OH&S training.

Qualifications

• 1 year of general chemistry and 1 year of organic chemistry completed or equivalent.
• WHMIS and Occupational Health and Safety training completed.
• Ability to assist and supervise students in laboratory settings.

Responsibilities

• Assist students in laboratory sessions and demonstrations.
• Grade and provide feedback on laboratory reports.
• Ensure safety guidelines are followed in the laboratory.
• Prepare and set up lab materials and experiments as required.

Skills

Laboratory support

Student assistance

Education

1 year General chemistry

1 year Organic chemistry

CHM2120/2123 or equivalents

WHMIS & OH&S training

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

Teaching Assistant/Demonstrator/Lab Monitor (CUPE)

Posting Type

Cours précis / Specific course

Course Title

Organic Chemistry I

Course Code

CHM1321

Supervisor name (if known)

Rashmi Venkateswaran

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:6
• Contact avec étudiants / Contact with Students:42
• Correction - Notation / Grading:21
• Surveillance / Proctoring:0
• Formation / Training:6
• Autre / Other:0

Number of positions

50

Expected Enrolment

402

Work Start Date

January 01, 2027

Work End Date

April 30, 2027

Total Work Hours

75

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

Nature of Work

LABORATORY - Assisting students in and out of the laboratory, marking laboratory reports, Implementation of Safety Guidelines in the Laboratory

M inimum Qualifications

Candidate must have 1 full year of general chemistry, 1 full year of organic chemistry, CHM 2120/2123, or their equivalents All those who are not a Chemistry graduate student will be required to write a test to qualify.( Unless already previously done.) Successful completion of WHIMIS and Occupational Health and Safety workshops.

Additional comment

6 Mandatory Lab Meeting is on Monday from 9:30 AM to 10:00AM

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.

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.