Mechanical Engineering Lab TA — Winter 2027

uOttawa | Carrières - Careers; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 47,000 - 73,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Ottawa invites applications for three Teaching Assistant/ Lab Monitor positions for the Mechanical Engineering Laboratory MCG4340 at Main Campus. You will assist the course supervisor, run weekly labs, help with equipment setup, consult with students, and mark work.

In-person delivery is required and the session runs Jan 2027 to Apr 2027. Applicants should have completed undergraduate mechanical courses, strong free body diagrams knowledge, and good communication.

Qualifications

• Completed undergraduate mechanical engineering coursework.
• Strong understanding of free body diagrams and mechanics.
• Familiar with common engineering materials and fabrication processes.
• Able to work with basic hand tools and equipment.
• Excellent communication and in-person availability for the course term.

Responsibilities

• Provide teaching assistance to the course supervisor.
• Conduct weekly dissection labs and set up equipment.
• Consult with students and assist with questions.
• Mark assignments and proctor exams as required.
• Allocate hours and duties as negotiated with supervisor.

Skills

Free body diagrams

Engineering mechanics

Good hand tools knowledge

Excellent communication

In-person availability

Proctoring exams

Education

Undergraduate mechanical courses

Job description

The University of Ottawa invites applications for three Teaching Assistant/ Lab Monitor positions for the Mechanical Engineering Laboratory MCG4340 at Main Campus. You will assist the course supervisor, run weekly labs, help with equipment setup, consult with students, and mark work.

In-person delivery is required and the session runs Jan 2027 to Apr 2027. Applicants should have completed undergraduate mechanical courses, strong free body diagrams knowledge, and good communication.