Marker Grader - COSC 1P02 D3-1

Brock University; Lincoln; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Ontario is seeking a marker-grader for the course COSC 1P02 - Introduction to Computer Science. The ideal candidate must have a Computer Science degree or equivalent with high academic performance. Responsibilities include grading assignments and providing feedback to students. The role offers competitive compensation based on qualifications, with a standard contract for the academic terms.

Qualifications

• Must have completed COSC 1P02 or equivalent in English.
• Graduate of or major in Computer Science with minimum major average of 75%.
• Proven track record of working effectively with deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Mark assignments, term projects, and exams.
• Provide written feedback on students' submissions.
• Invigilate mid-term examinations.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work with deadlines

Marker/grader experience

Education

Graduate of or major in Computer Science

Completion of COSC 1P02 with 80% or higher

Job description

Post End Date & Vacancy

Post End Date: November 20, 2025 at 11:59 PM

This job advertisement is to fill an existing vacancy in the CUPE4207-1 (Employee Group)

Title of Course

COSC 1P02 - Introduction to Computer Science

Compensation

• Master’s Degree Complete ($34.10/hour) – Rate effective September 1, 2024
• Undergraduate Degree Complete ($29.40/hour) – Rate effective September 1, 2024
• Third Year Complete ($21.70/hour) – Rate effective September 1, 2024
• Second Year Complete ($19.09/hour) – Rate effective September 1, 2024
• First Year Complete ($18.00/hour) – Rate effective September 1, 2024

Duties

Duties and responsibilities will be in accordance with Article 22 of the Collective Agreement.

The marker‑grader is expected to mark assignments, term projects, case reports, midterms, progress exams, and/or final exams, and must be prepared to provide written feedback to students that will clearly identify the basis of the grade assigned – whether it is due to substantive content or to written communications, including spelling, punctuation, grammar, and overall structure and organization of the submission.

The marker‑grader may be expected to invigilate mid‑term examinations for this course, or enter grades into databases at the request of the course instructor.

Qualifications

• Must have completed COSC 1P02 (or equivalent in English) and attained a grade of 80% or higher.
• Graduate of or major in Computer Science with a minimum major average of 75%.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proven track record of working effectively with deadlines.
• Previous marker/grader experience is considered an asset.

Applications

Please include a cover letter and a current resume. Members with seniority can provide seniority date within the application questionnaire.

Positions listed on this posting are subject to course enrolments and budgetary approval.

Collective Agreement

Members shall not accept any appointment which, taken together with all other appointments at the University, would cause the member to exceed the maximum number of regular hours (i.e., not overtime hours) allowable in a work week under the Employment Standards Act, as amended from time to time.

The Collective Agreement governs part‑time Instructor, Teaching Assistant, Lab Demonstrator, Course Coordinator and Marker‑Grader positions at Brock University. The Agreement can be accessed on the Human Resources Web Site: https://brocku.ca/human-resources/collective-agreements/

Academic Terms

Fall – September to December

Winter – January to April

Spring – May to July

Summer – July to August

Actual dates can be found on the Timetables available on the Office of the Registrar web page: https://brocku.ca/registrar/toolkit/registration/

Course Overview

Course descriptions can be found on the Undergraduate course calendar website: http://www.brocku.ca/webcal/

Inclusive Workplace

Brock University is committed to creating a respectful and equitable workplace. We strive to foster a culture of diversity and inclusion in our work and learning environments. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and actively encourage applications from women, people with disabilities, members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, Indigenous Peoples, people who identify as Black, African and/or Caribbean, as racialized and/or as from ethnic and cultural minority groups, and other underrepresented demographic groups at Brock and in the Niagara region. Brock also recognizes intersectionality and the interconnected identities, histories, and experiences of these groups.

We are committed to inclusive and barrier‑free recruitment, and we accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of the recruitment process, as outlined in our Employment Accommodation Policy. Please contact [e-mail] if you require a disability‑related accommodation so we can ensure your participation needs are met.

Brock University does not use AI technology at any stage of the recruitment process.

We appreciate all applications received. Candidates that are selected for an interview will be contacted.

Learn more about Brock University by visiting www.brocku.ca.