Organic Chemistry I

University of Guelph; Guelph; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Guelph invites applications for Winter 2027 for Teaching Assistant work in Organic Chemistry I (CHEM*2700/2720). This posting covers GTA, Unit 1 positions with 1.0 full-load assignments. Requirements include a full-time Chemistry graduate student status, a B.Sc.

in Chemistry, lab teaching experience, and safety training (Lab Safety, WHMIS, Worker Health & Safety Awareness, CourseLink accessibility). Dates: January 7, 2027 – May 7, 2027. Apply by November 15, 2026.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a Chemistry graduate program and have completed a B.Sc. in Chemistry.
• Experience teaching Chemistry laboratories and lab safety training required.
• Must demonstrate ability to monitor safety and handle hazardous materials.

Responsibilities

• Orientation-Training
• Office Hours
• Preparation
• Student Consultation
• Conducting Labs/Seminars
• Meetings
• Invigilating Exams
• Grading

Skills

Teaching experience

Safety awareness

Laboratory experience

Gas Chromatography experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry

Ph.D. Candidate in Synthetic Chemistry

Tools

Gas Chromatography

Job description

for Teaching Assistants, Graduates Service Assistants & Sessional Lecturers

TA402408- Winter 2027-CHEM*2700/2720 Organic Chemistry I

Teaching Assistant Work Assignment

Type of Work Assignment and Bargaining Unit:

GTA, Unit 1

Academic Unit:

Semester(s) of Assignment(s):

Winter 2027

This Work Assignment(s) may be assigned to fulfill the terms and conditions of a guaranteed Job Security Period:

Some

Course Number:

CHEM*2700/2720

Course Name:

Organic Chemistry I

Course Format:

In-Class

Course Description:

See Course Calendar

240

Level of Appointment for GTA, GSA-1 UTA(s)

The following is an estimate of number and levels of available appointments at the time of posting. This may change (increase or decrease) at the time of assignment contingent on departmental needs.

This Posting includes Multiple Work Assignments:

Yes

Number of Available 0.25 (35 hour) Work Assignments:

0

Number of Available 0.5 (70 hour) Work Assignments:

0

Number of Available 0.75 (105 hour) Work Assignments:

0

Number of Available Full 1.0 (140 hour) Work Assignments:

3

Total Number (Load) of Assignment(s) Available:

3

Duties and Responsibilities

Anticipated Duties and Responsibilities:

Orientation-Training

Office Hours

Preparation

Student Consultation

Conducting Labs/Seminars

Meetings

Invigilating Exams

Grading

Other Duties (specify below)

Other Duties Described:

May include CourseLink monitoring and Discussion moderation. Other duties as assigned, based on the operational requirements of the lab components and course grading, etc.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

Applicants must:(a) be enrolled in a full-time Chemistry graduate program in an area of synthetic chemistry,(b) have completed a B.Sc. degree in Chemistry,(c) have experience teaching in Chemistry laboratories,(d) be able to demonstrate experience in Gas Chromatography, handling Hazardous Materials, and safety awareness of all potential chemical hazards,(e) be able to demonstrate an ability to create and maintain a safe work place,(f) be able to demonstrate previous exemplary teaching performance,(g) be able to provide documentation indicating they have completed the following training programs: Lab Safety Training (EHS), WHMIS Training (EHS), Worker Health & Safety Awareness (EHS), Accessible Service Provision (CourseLink) and Making Education Accessible (CourseLink). Must complete additional safety training as required.Selection of successful candidates will be made in accordance with Article 11.04 of the CUPE 3913-1 collective agreement. Assignments to particular courses will be made in accordance with departmental needs and procedures.

Preferred Qualifications:

(a) Ph.D. Candidate in any area of Synthetic Chemistry,(b) Experience as a TA in CHEM*2700.

Days Required and Wages

Days and Times Required:

See Webadvisor for possible lab section times. Other days and times required as assigned.Under "Other Experience Or Qualifications That May Be Applicable For This Work Assignment", please note any dates/times when you are NOT available to work, and the reasons. If you do not note any conflicts, we will assume you are available anytime and will assign you a section per department needs.

Period of the Work Assignment (Start Date and End Date):

January 7, 2027 to May 7, 2027

Wage Rate (per hour, per semester, per Full-load 1.0 Work Assignment):

Other Posting Information

Application Deadline (All postings will automatically expire at 11:59 pm on this day):

Sunday, November 15, 2026

Posting Email Contact:

Hiring Contact Information:

Naomi Schneider, Instructional Support CoordinatorDepartment of ChemistryUniversity of [e-mail]

At the University of Guelph, fostering a culture of inclusion is an institutional imperative. The University invites and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including from groups that are traditionally underrepresented in employment, who may contribute to further diversification of our Institution. For more information, the Office of Diversity and Human Rights (DHR) is a welcoming, safe and confidential one-stop shop for information, training and support on issues relating to diversity and human rights on our campus.
All applicants must be eligible to work in Canada specifically at the University of Guelph before applying for an academic work assignment. All successful applicants must perform their work in Ontario and must be able to attend on-campus in-person meetings as required.
Teaching Assistant work assignments are unionized with CUPE 3913 and their terms and conditions of work are covered by the Unit 1 Collective Agreement between the University and CUPE 3913 (email contact: [e-mail]).
The use of AI to perform job responsibilities must be directed by or approved beforehand in writing by the supervisor or course instructor.