Teaching Assistant IENG 2P01 Fall D2

Brock University; Canada; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A comprehensive Canadian university is seeking a Teaching Assistant for the Manufacturing Processes course. The role involves supporting lab setups, facilitating lab sessions, and grading assessments. Candidates should have completed at least 3 years in a Mechanical Engineering program with a GPA of 75% or higher. This part-time position offers compensation based on qualifications, ranging from $22.07 to $34.73 per hour.

Qualifications

• Strong focus in Manufacturing within Mechanical Engineering.
• Previous TA or instructional experience is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Support lab setup and preparation.
• Facilitate lab sessions and machine shop demonstrations.
• Assist in grading assessments including quizzes and exams.

Skills

Finite Element Method (FEM)

Simulation techniques

DEFORM software

Education

Completion of at least 3 years in a BEng program in Mechanical Engineering

Minimum overall GPA of 75% or higher

Job description

Teaching Assistant IENG 2P01 Fall D2 page is loaded

Teaching Assistant IENG 2P01 Fall D2

Apply locations St. Catharines, Main Campus time type Part time posted on Posted Yesterday job requisition id JR-1022147

Brock University is located on the traditional territory of the Haudenosaunee and Anishinaabe peoples, many of whom continue to live and work here today. This territory is covered by the Upper Canada Treaties and is within the land protected by the Dish with One Spoon Wampum Agreement.

We are one of Canada’s leading comprehensive universities and a Top Employer in Hamilton-Niagara. Brock has been ranked #3 as Canada’s Best Employers and top 10 as one of Canada’s Best Employers for Diversity compiled by Forbes and Statista. We are an inclusive, welcoming community that offers a wide range of unique career opportunities.

Ignite new possibilities for your career. Break through at Brock.

Post End Date:

August 14, 2025 at 11:59 PMThis job advertisement is to fill an existing vacancy in the CUPE4207-1 (Employee Group)

Title of Course

IENG 2P01 Manufacturing Processes

Compensation

Teaching Assistant, Course Coordinator and Lab Demonstrator positions are paid according to the qualifications that the employee holds.

· Employees who do NOT hold a 4-year honours degree or a 3-year pass degree will be paid the undergraduate rate - $22.07 per hour.(Rate effective September 1, 2024)

· Employees who hold a 4-year honours degree or a 3-year pass degree will be paid the graduate rate - $34.73 per hour.(Rate effective September 1, 2024)

· In cases where additional duties are required as part of a Teaching Assistant’s duties, these hours shall be compensated at the appropriate Teaching Assistant rate.

Duties

The Teaching Assistant (TA) for the Manufacturing Processes course will be responsible for supporting lab setup and preparation, as well as facilitating lab sessions and machine shop demonstrations. The TA will assist with the invigilation of all quizzes, the midterm, and the final exam. They will also be involved in grading assessments, including quizzes, the midterm test, final exam, and multiple assignments. Additionally, the TA will provide support for student projects and may be required to complete extra hours for various course-related duties as needed.

Qualifications

• Completion of at least 3 years in a BEng program in Mechanical Engineering

• Minimum overall GPA of 75% or higher

• Focus in Manufacturing within Mechanical Engineering

• Strong understanding of Finite Element Method (FEM) and simulation techniques

• Experience with DEFORM software is considered an asset

• Previous TA or instructional experience is considered an asset

Applications

Please include a cover letter and a current resume. Members with seniority can provide seniority date within the application questionnaire.

For further information

Josie Zhao
DepartmentYousef Haj-Ahmad Department of Engineering

[e-mail]

Positions listed on this posting are subject to course enrolments and budgetary approval.

As per Article 22.04 of the Collective Agreement:

Members shall not accept any appointment which, taken together with all other appointments at the University, would cause the member to exceed the maximum number of regular hours (i.e., not overtime hours) allowable in a work week under the Employment Standards Act, as amended from time to time.

The Collective Agreement governs part-time Instructor, Teaching Assistant, Lab Demonstrator, Course Coordinator and Marker-Grader positions at Brock University. The Agreement can be accessed on the Human Resources Web Site - https://brocku.ca/human-resources/collective-agreements/

Additional Comments

Course descriptions can be found on the Undergraduate course calendar website:
http://www.brocku.ca/webcal/

Academic terms generally run from:

Fall – September to December

Winter – January to April

Spring – May to July

Summer – July to August

*Actual dates can be found on the Timetables available on the Office of the Registrar web page: https://brocku.ca/registrar/toolkit/registration/

We are committed to offering flexible work arrangements where possible as outlined in our Flexible Work Arrangement Policy . As a student-centered organization, all employees are required to work on campus as needed.

Brock University is committed to creating a respectful and equitable workplace. We strive to foster a culture of diversity and inclusion in our work and learning environments. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and actively encourage applications from women, people with disabilities, members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, Indigenous Peoples, people who identify as Black, African and/or Caribbean, as racialized and/or as from ethnic and cultural minority groups, and other underrepresented demographic groups at Brock and in the Niagara region. Brock also recognizes intersectionality and the interconnected identities, histories, and experiences of these aforementioned groups .

We are committed to inclusive and barrier-free recruitment, and we accommodat e the needs of applicants throughout all stages of the recruitment process, as outlined in our Employment Accommodation Policy and consistent with the requirements of the Ontario Human Rights Code . Please contact [e-mail] if you require a disability related accommodation so we can ensure you r participation needs are met.

Brock University does not use AI Technology at any stage of the recruitment process.

We appreciate all applications received . C andidates that are selected for an interview will be contacted.

Learn more about Brock University by visiting www.brocku.ca .

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