Teaching Assistant IENG 2P03 Fall D2-2

Brock University; St. Catharines; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A comprehensive university seeks a Teaching Assistant for a course in Electric and Electronic Circuits. Candidates should have a strong background in electrical circuits and familiarity with laboratory equipment. This role includes responsibilities such as student consultations, grading, and attending lectures. Competitive compensation based on qualifications, with paid rates ranging from $22.07 to $34.73 per hour. The position involves working on-campus, fostering a diverse and inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Applicants must possess strong expertise in electrical and electronic circuits.
• Familiarity with standard laboratory equipment is required.
• Proficiency in circuit simulation tools is essential.

Responsibilities

• Scheduled contact time with students and non-classroom activities.
• Preparation of seminar material and student consultation.
• Grading, examination proctoring, and holding office hours.

Skills

Expertise in electrical and electronic circuits

Familiarity with laboratory equipment

Proficiency in circuit simulation tools

Education

4-year honours degree or 3-year pass degree

Tools

LTspice

Multisim

PSpice

Job description

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 by Forbes and Statista. We are an inclusive, welcoming community that offers a wide range of career opportunities.

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

Post End Date: August 14, 2025 at 11:59 PM. This job advertisement is to fill an existing vacancy in the CUPE4207-1 (Employee Group).

Title of Course

IENG 2P03 Electric and Electronic Circuits

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 duties and responsibilities of the Teaching Assistant shall be in accordance with Article 22 of the CUPE Local 4207, Unit 1, Collective Agreement. These include scheduled contact time with students and non-classroom activities such as preparation of seminar material, student consultation, grading, examination proctoring, attending lectures, holding office hours, and other course administration as may be required.

Qualifications

• Applicants must possess strong expertise in electrical and electronic circuits, including circuit laws, analysis techniques, AC/DC behavior, and nonlinear components such as diodes, transistors, and operational amplifiers.
• Familiarity with standard laboratory equipment is required, including multimeters, oscilloscopes, function generators, power supplies, and breadboards.
• Proficiency in circuit simulation tools such as LTspice, Multisim, PSpice, or equivalent software is essential.

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
Department of Engineering
Yousef Haj-Ahmad

Email: [e-mail]

Positions listed are subject to course enrolments and budgetary approval.

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 on the Office of the Registrar web page: https://brocku.ca/registrar/toolkit/registration/

We are committed to offering flexible work arrangements where possible. All employees are required to work on campus as needed.

Brock University is dedicated to creating a respectful and equitable workplace, fostering diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from women, people with disabilities, members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, Indigenous Peoples, and other underrepresented groups. We also recognize intersectionality and the interconnected identities, histories, and experiences of these groups.

We support inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and will accommodate applicants' needs throughout the process. Contact [e-mail] for disability-related accommodations.

Brock University does not use AI technology at any stage of recruitment. We appreciate all applications; candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

Learn more at www.brocku.ca.