TA (CUPE) - GNG4170 B - Winter 2027

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

Job summary

The University of Ottawa is seeking Teaching Assistants for Engineering Law (GNG4170) for the Winter 2027 session at the Main Campus. The role includes 55 hours with students, grading, proctoring and course support under the supervision of Abdelkrim Hamou-Lhadj. Strong knowledge of engineering law and excellent English communication are essential.

P.Eng. or EIT is an asset; bilingualism is helpful. Work runs Jan 4 to Apr 30, 2027, with hourly pay CAD 33.83–CAD 53.31.

Qualifications

• Excellent background knowledge in Engineering law.
• Strong English oral communication skills.
• P.Eng. or EIT is an asset; bilingualism is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Proctoring mid-term and final exams.
• Grading/notation of student work.
• Contact with students for guidance and support.
• Course preparation and administration as negotiated with the supervisor.

Skills

Engineering law knowledge

Oral English communication

P.Eng. or EIT asset

Bilingualism asset

Job description

Posting Reason:New PositionLocation where work is to be performed:Main CampusSession:2027 Winter Semester | Trimestre d'hiverFaculty:Faculté de génie / Faculty of EngineeringUnit:School of Engineering Design and Teaching Innovation_STJob Classification:Teaching Assistant/Demonstrator/Lab Monitor (CUPE)Posting Type:Cours précis / Specific courseCourse Title:Engineering LawCourse Code:GNG4170Section:BSupervisor name (if known):Abdelkrim Hamou-LhadjDate Posted (YYYY/MM/DD):2026/10/29Applications must be received BEFORE (YYYY/MM/DD):2026/11/14Description of tasks (hours):Unless specified below, specific allocation of hours to various tasks should be articulated in a description of work negotiated and signed by you and the supervising professor prior to the commencement of work.Recherche / Research :0Préparation / Preparation :0Contact avec étudiants / Contact with Students :55Correction - Notation / Grading :65Surveillance / Proctoring :10Formation / Training :0Autre / Other :0Number of positions:4Expected Enrolment:100Work Start Date:janvier 04, 2027Work End Date:avril 30, 2027Total Work Hours:130Hourly 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:naLanguage of Work:Anglais | EnglishRequirements and Nature of Work:Expected to have excellent background knowledge in Engineering law and have successfully passed the course in question.P.Eng. or EIT will be an assetExcellent oral communication skills in English. Bilingualism would be an asset alsoAdditional Information and/or Comments:proctoring mi-term and final examAll 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. If you are invited to continue the selection process, please notify us of any particular adaptive measures you might require. We may consult with the Health and Wellness sector of Human Resources, if needed. Any information you send us will be handled respectfully and in complete confidence.The hiring process will be governed by the current CUPE 2626 collective agreement; you can click here to find out more.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.