TA (CUPE) - SED1116 A - Winter 2027

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

Job summary

University of Ottawa is seeking a Teaching Assistant/Demonstrator/Lab Monitor for the Data visualization and analytics course (SED1116) at the Main Campus. Work includes direct student contact, grading, proctoring, and lab supervision under the supervision of Andrew Sowinski for the Winter 2027 semester.

Preference given to candidates who have completed relevant graduate coursework in philosophy/ethics or related subjects, have research experience, and are comfortable using Teams and

Qualifications

• Experience in academic research and writing at the graduate level.
• Ability to conduct literature searches using academic databases.
• Familiarity with reference management software.

Responsibilities

• Contact with students.
• Grading / evaluation of assignments.
• Proctoring exams and supervising labs.
• Research and preparation activities as assigned.
• Additional duties as required by the supervisor.

Skills

Academic research

Scientific writing

Literature search

Education

Graduate-level philosophy/ethics courses

University-level coursework in related subjects

Tools

Microsoft Teams

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:

Data visualization and analytics

Course Code:

SED1116

Section:

A

Supervisor name (if known):

Andrew Sowinski

Date Posted (YYYY/MM/DD):

2026/10/28

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

2026/11/13

Description of tasks (hours):

• Recherche / Research :0
• Préparation / Preparation :0
• Contact avec étudiants / Contact with Students :55
• Correction - Notation / Grading :65
• Surveillance / Proctoring :10
• Formation / Training :0
• Autre / Other :0

Number of positions:

1

Expected Enrolment:

32

Work Start Date:

janvier 04, 2027

Work End Date:

avril 30, 2027

Total Work Hours:

130

Hourly Rate:

AE-RA-Tuteur / TA-RA-Tutor : $33.83 ou/or $53.31 (Sept. 2026 - Aug. 2027)

Method of Delivery:

na

Language of Work:

Anglais | English

Requirements and Nature of Work:

Preference will be given to candidates who: 1) have completed one of CSI5139, CSI5137, GNG5126, EBC6300, GNG5310 and DTI5310 (3 cr.), OR one or more university graduate level philosophy or ethics courses (or equivalent) with a minimum grade of A in those courses; 2) are experienced in the process of academic research and writing at the graduate level; 3) have strong knowledge of literature search techniques in academic databases, and in the use of reference management software; 4) are competent and comfortable using Microsoft Teams, Brightspace or equivalent online meeting/learning platforms. Applicant must be ready for an interview if considered for this position. If the responsibilities include DGD and/or TUT and/or LAB supervision or teaching, the applicant must be available for all of these. Optional Background & Qualifications: Ideally, the applicant would also have published in peer-reviewed conference proceedings or journals.

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. 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.

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.