TOX*2000

University of Guelph; Guelph; Hybrid; CAD 1,929,000 - 2,893,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Guelph invites applicants for Teaching Assistant work in Fall 2026 for TOX*2000: Principles of Toxicology. Responsibilities include orientation, preparation, meetings, invigilating exams, and grading.

Applicants must be enrolled in a chemistry or toxicology graduate program and have a BSc in chemistry or related field, with prior teaching in chemistry labs and knowledge of chemical literature. Training in lab safety and accessibility is required.

Qualifications

• Teaching experience in chemistry labs
• Strong knowledge of chemical literature
• Enrolled in a chemistry or toxicology graduate program
• Completed a BSc in chemistry or related field
• Demonstrate enthusiasm for teaching and safe work practices
• Training: Lab Safety, WHMIS, Worker Health & Safety Awareness, CourseLink accessibility

Responsibilities

• Orientation and training of students
• Course preparation
• Attend and participate in meetings
• Invigilate exams
• Grade student work
• CourseLink monitoring and discussion moderation may apply

Skills

Teaching experience in chemistry labs

Education

BSc in chemistry or related field

Graduate program in chemistry or toxicology

Job description

for Teaching Assistants, Graduates Service Assistants & Sessional Lecturers

TA388021- Fall 2026-TOX*2000 Principles of Toxicology

Teaching Assistant Work Assignment

Type of Work Assignment and Bargaining Unit: GTA, Unit 1

Academic Unit:

Semester(s) of Assignment(s): Fall 2026

This Work Assignment(s) may be assigned to fulfill the terms and conditions of a guaranteed Job Security Period: Some

Course Number: TOX*2000

Course Name: Principles of Toxicology

Course Format: In-Class

Course Description: See Course Calendar

Other Course Description or Assignment Information: The total number of assignments may be higher depending on class enrollment at the time of assignment.

160

Level of Appointment for GTA, GSA-1 UTA(s)

The following is an estimate of number and levels of available appointments at the time of posting. This may change (increase or decrease) at the time of assignment contingent on departmental needs.

This Posting includes Multiple Work Assignments:

No

Number of Available 0.25 (35 hour) Work Assignments: 0

Number of Available 0.5 (70 hour) Work Assignments: 1

Number of Available 0.75 (105 hour) Work Assignments: 0

Number of Available Full 1.0 (140 hour) Work Assignments: 0

Total Number (Load) of Assignment(s) Available: 1

Duties and Responsibilities

Anticipated Duties and Responsibilities

• Orientation-Training
• Preparation
• Meetings
• Invigilating Exams
• Grading

Other Duties Described:

May include CourseLink monitoring and Discussion moderation. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• a) Be enrolled in a Chemistry or toxicology graduate program
• b) Have completed a BSc. degree in chemistry or a related field
• c) Have previous experience teaching in chemistry laboratories
• d) Have experience in chemical toxicology
• e) Possess solid knowledge of the chemical literature
• f) Be able to demonstrate an enthusiasm for teaching and satisfactory teaching performance
• g) Be able to demonstrate an ability to create and maintain a safe work place
• h) Applicants must be able to provide documentation indicating they have completed the following training programs: Lab Safety Training (EHS), WHMIS Training (EHS), Worker Health & Safety Awareness (EHS), Accessible Service Provision (CourseLink) and Making Education Accessible (CourseLink)

Selection of successful candidates will be made in accordance with Article 11.04 of the CUPE 3913-1 collective agreement. Assignments to particular courses will be made in accordance with departmental needs and procedures.

Preferred Qualifications:

• a) Have taken at least 2 Toxicology courses as an undergraduate student
• b) Have taken TOX*2000 as a student or have experience as a TA for TOX*2000.

Days Required and Wages

Days and Times Required:

Under "Other Experience or Qualifications That May Be Applicable for This Work Assignment", please note any dates/times when you are NOT available to work, and the reasons, otherwise we will assume you are available anytime.

Period of the Work Assignment (Start Date and End Date):

September 8, 2026 to January 7, 2027

Other Posting Information

Application Deadline (All postings will automatically expire at 11:59 pm on this day):

Monday, August 24, 2026

Hiring Contact Information:

Naomi Schneider, Instructional Support CoordinatorDepartment of ChemistryUniversity of [e-mail]

At the University of Guelph, fostering a culture of inclusion is an institutional imperative. The University invites and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including from groups that are traditionally underrepresented in employment, who may contribute to further diversification of our Institution. For more information, the Office of Diversity and Human Rights (DHR) is a welcoming, safe and confidential one-stop shop for information, training and support on issues relating to diversity and human rights on our campus.

All applicants must be eligible to work in Canada specifically at the University of Guelph before applying for an academic work assignment. All successful applicants must perform their work in Ontario and must be able to attend on-campus in-person meetings as required.

Teaching Assistant work assignments are unionized with CUPE 3913 and their terms and conditions of work are covered by the Unit 1 Collective Agreement between the University and CUPE 3913 (email contact: [e-mail]).

The use of AI to perform job responsibilities must be directed by or approved beforehand in writing by the supervisor or course instructor.