TA (CUPE) - DTO5310 C - Winter 2027

University of Ottawa; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 47,000 - 73,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Ottawa is seeking a part-time Teaching Assistant/Demonstrator/Lab Monitor for the course Ethics for Design, AI and Robotics (DTO5310) at the Main Campus. The role supports students with course delivery, grading, and exam proctoring, requiring strong ethics in technology knowledge and excellent communication in English.

Priority is given to students who completed DTO5310 or equivalent with top grades.

Qualifications

• Solid analytical and critical thinking skills essential for evaluating ethical issues in technology and design.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficiency with Zoom and Brightspace for course delivery and student interaction.

Responsibilities

• Contact with students: engagement and guidance for course-related discussions.
• Grading and notation of assignments and exams.
• Proctoring sessions to supervise student work and maintain academic integrity.
• 5 hours per week dedicated to surveillance and monitoring.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Critical thinking

Strong communication

Zoom & Brightspace proficiency

Education

Undergraduate student status

Graduate student status

Tools

Zoom

Brightspace

Job description

Posting Reason

New Position

Location where work is to be performed

Main Campus

Session

2027 Winter Semester | Trimestre d'hiver

Faculty

Faculté de génie / Faculty of Engineering

Unit

School of Engineering Design and Teaching Innovation_ST

Job Classification

Teaching Assistant/Demonstrator/Lab Monitor (CUPE)

Posting Type

Cours précis / Specific course

Course Title

Ethics for Design, AI and Robotics

Course Code

DTO5310

Section

C

Supervisor name (if known)

Channarong Intahchomphoo

Date Posted (YYYY/MM/DD)

2026/10/27

Applications must be received BEFORE (YYYY/MM/DD)

2026/11/12

Description of tasks (hours)

• Recherche / Research :0
• Préparation / Preparation :0
• Contact avec étudiants / Contact with Students :40
• Correction - Notation / Grading :45
• Surveillance / Proctoring :5
• Formation / Training :0
• Autre / Other :7

Number of positions

1

Expected Enrolment

40

Work Start Date

janvier 04, 2027

Work End Date

avril 30, 2027

Total Work Hours

97.5

Hourly Rate

AE-RA-Tuteur / TA-RA-Tutor : $33.83 ou/or $53.31 (Sept. 2026 - Aug. 2027). Undergraduate students will be paid at the lower rate; while graduate students will be paid at the higher rate.

These rates do not include vacation pay nor statutory pay.

Method of Delivery

na

Language of Work

Anglais | English

Requirements and Nature of Work

Priority will be given to students who have completed the course (DTO5310) or equivalent (DTI5310, IAI5310, or GNG5310) with an A or A+ grade. Applicants must have a solid understanding of ethical issues in technology and design, familiarity with AI and robotics, and strong analytical and critical thinking skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential. Applicants must be competent and comfortable using zoom and Brightspace. Applicant must be ready for an interview if considered for this position.

Additional Information and/or Comments

All University of Ottawa employees are required under provincial law to successfully complete all mandatory legislated training offered by the University. The list of training requirements may be modified by provincial law. We may consult with the Health and Wellness sector of Human Resources, if needed.

The hiring process will be governed by the current CUPE 2626 collective agreement.

The University of Ottawa embraces diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We are passionate about our people and committed to employment equity. We foster a culture of respect, teamwork and inclusion, where collaboration, innovation, and creativity fuel our quest for research and teaching excellence. While all qualified persons are invited to apply, we welcome applications from qualified Indigenous persons, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, women and LGBTQIA2S+ persons. The University is committed to creating and maintaining an accessible, barrier-free work environment. The University is also committed to working with applicants with disabilities requesting accommodation during the recruitment, assessment and selection processes. Applicants with disabilities may contact the academic unit to communicate the accommodation need.

Prior to May 1, 2022, the University required all students, faculty, staff, and visitors (including contractors) to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 as defined in Policy 129 - Covid-19 Vaccination. This policy was suspended effective May 1, 2022 but may be reinstated at any point in the future depending on public health guidelines and the recommendations of experts.