SIA - PHY451H5 Classical Electrodynamics (Tutorial Leader)

University of Toronto; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading Canadian university in Toronto is hiring a Tutorial Leader for the course PHY451H5 Classical Electrodynamics. The role requires a M.Sc. or Ph.D. in Physics with good communication skills and relevant teaching experience. Responsibilities include leading tutorials, marking assignments, and possible invigilating exams. This position offers approximately 55 hours of work from January 2026 to April 2026, and applications must be submitted by December 15, 2025.

Qualifications

• Masters or Ph.D. in Physics is required.
• Experience in leading tutorials and marking assessments.
• Ability to communicate complex concepts clearly.

Responsibilities

• Lead tutorials for the course PHY451H5.
• Mark quizzes and assignments.
• May include invigilation of term tests and final exam.

Skills

Good communication skills

Knowledge in Physics

TA/SIA experience

Education

M.Sc. or Ph.D. in Physics

Job description

SIA - PHY451H5 Classical Electrodynamics (Tutorial Leader)

Requisition Title: SIA – PHY451H5 Classical Electrodynamics (Tutorial Leader)

Course Title: PHY451H5 Classical Electrodynamics

Course Description: An overview of electromagnetism leading to the study of radiation. A review of electrostatics, magnetostatics, and Maxwell's equations is followed by a discussion of propagating, non-propagating and guided waves; interactions with dielectric boundaries; multipole radiation fields, and simple models of optical dispersion.

Number of Positions (est):1 position. * Positions are dependent on actual course enrolment, and are not guaranteed.

Hours of work (est): 55 hours

Class schedule: In-person deliveryon Fridays 9 – 11am.

Sessional dates of appointment: January 2026 – April 2026

Qualifications: M.Sc. or Ph.D. in Physics. Sound knowledge in contents covered in the course required. Previous TA/SIA experience marking assignments, quizzes, tests and/or final exam and working with undergraduate students in Physics tutorial setting an asset to be able to demonstrate and deliver course content consistently within the UofT's standards. Good communication skills are required as well.

Description of Duties: Duties will include leading tutorials, marking quizzes and/or assignments. May also include invigilation of term tests and/or final exam.

Closing date: December 15, 2025, 11:59pm. Returning pool members with intention to accept positions are highly encouraged to apply and will be given priority for positions.

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