Physics PHYS*3130/3400 Math Phys & Mechanics

University of Guelph; Guelph; On-site; CAD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Guelph invites applications for Teaching Assistants in Physics for Fall 2026. The postings cover PHYS*3130/3400: Math Phys & Mechanics with in-class format, grading duties, and assignment load as described.

Qualifications include an MSc in Physics and successful completion of PHYS*3130/3400. Preference given to candidates with PHYS*7040 (Stat Phys) and prior grading experience. Applicants must be eligible to work in Canada and attend on-campus meetings as required.

Qualifications

• MSc in Physics is required and PHYS*3130/3400 must be completed.
• Preferred: completion of PHYS*7040 (Stat Phys).
• CUPE 3913 union posting and terms apply.

Responsibilities

• Grading assignments for PHYS*3130 and PHYS*3400.
• Assist grading the midterm and final exam.
• Report to the faculty supervisor and course instructor.

Education

MSc in Physics

PHYS*3130/3400 completion

PHYS*7040 completion (preferred)

Job description

for Teaching Assistants, Graduates Service Assistants & Sessional Lecturers

TA398784- Fall 2026-PHYS*3130/3400 Math Phys & Mechanics

Teaching Assistant Work Assignment

Type of Work Assignment and Bargaining Unit:

GSA-1, Unit 1

Academic Unit:

Physics

Semester(s) of Assignment(s):

Fall 2026

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

N/A

Course Number:

PHYS*3130/3400

Course Name:

Math Phys & Mechanics

Course Format:

In-Class

Course Description:

See Course Calendar

23 & 23

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:

No

Number of Available 0.25 (35 hour) Work Assignments:

0

Number of Available 0.5 (70 hour) Work Assignments:

1

Number of Available 0.75 (105 hour) Work Assignments:

0

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

0

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

1

Duties and Responsibilities

Anticipated Duties and Responsibilities:

Grading

Other Duties (specify below)

Other Duties Described:

The candidate will be report to Dr. Garrett. Duties will consist of grading assignments assignments in both courses; breakdown below:*************PHYS*3130 - 35-40 hours - 8 assignments due Sept 21, 26, Oct 2, 9, Nov 2, 13, 20 & Dec 2. Midterm is Oct 16. Final exam has no date at time of posting.**************PHYS*3400 - 25-30 hours - 5 assignments due Sept 28, Oct 14, Nov 6, 16 & Dec 2. Midterm is Oct 21. Final exam has no date at time of posting.**************Expected turn-around time is 1 week.**************Grader will be expected to also assist grading the midterm and final exam.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

MSc in Physics, completion of PHYS*3130 & PHYS*3400 to a high degree of success is mandatory.

Preferred Qualifications:

Prior grading experience for upper year coursesSuccessful completion of PHYS*7040 (Stat Phys)

Days Required and Wages

Days and Times Required:

TA will be required to meet with Professor prior to first assignment and throughout the semester as required.

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

September 8, 2026 to January 7, 2027

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

Thursday, September 17, 2026

Hiring Contact Information:

R. Baker, Administrative Officer, Physics, CCMPS,University of Guelph, Guelph, ON N1G 2W1.EMAIL: [e-mail]: 519-824-4120, Ext. 52262

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.