Job title: Biology, Teaching Assistant
Company: University of Saskatchewan
Job description: Biology, Teaching Assistant
The Department of Biology, College of Arts and Science invites applications for a Teaching Assistant for the following courses during the 2023-2024 Winter (T2) session:
Course Name, Course Abbreviation & Number: Biology 120 (The Nature of Life), 121 (The Diversity of Life), 222 (The Living Plant), 224 (Animal Body Systems), 226 (Genes to Genomics), 302 (Evolutionary Processes), 318 (Comparative Animal Systems Physiology), 345 (Introductory Plant Pathology), 363 (Population Ecology), 421 (Functional Genomics), 451 (Ichthyology), 475 (Ecological Toxicology), Palaeobiology 230 (On the Origin and Life of Animals)
Rate of Pay: Please see current rates of pay
Required Number of Hours: 48-80 hours during the academic term, hours vary with assignment
Duration of Employment: 2023-2024 Winter (T2) session
Start Date & End Date: Within 3 Jan 2024 to 26 Apr 2024
Duties
In the appointment of Teaching Assistant, your general duties and responsibilities may be as follows:
- Preparing and demonstrating laboratory material, setting up experiments, marking, invigilating examinations, delivering briefings, supervising field trips, moderating discussion boards, hosting virtual meetings via WebEx/Zoom, and conferring with the Supervisor in charge as required by the assignment; other duties as required
General Qualifications (Skills and Abilities)
Education: Strong fundamentals in general biological concepts. Academic standing will be taken into account.
Experience: Recent experience as a TA in Biology or in the specific course is an asset; prior experience taking the course is an asset.
Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to take direction; effective time management; ability to work independently and as a team; ability to instruct a large group of students; effective at troubleshooting; proficiency with using internet browsers and the Microsoft suite of programs (Word©, Excel©, PowerPoint©); experience with Canvas is an asset.
Course Specific Qualifications
In addition to the general skills and abilities outlined above, individual courses have the following skill and ability qualifications.
Course
Education
Experience
Skills
Biology 120
Biol 226 or equivalent
Microscopy experience is an asset
Biology 121
Any introductory Biology course
Microscopy experience is an asset
Biology 222
Biology or Botany courses
Microscopy is an asset
Biology 224
Biology or Physiology courses
LabScribe/iWorx experience is an asset
Biology 226
Any introductory Genetics course covering Mendelian Genetics
Biology 302
Population Genetics/Evolution
Scientific Writing
Math/Excel
Biology 318
Strong background in Animal Physiology
Biology 345
Botany, Genetics, Plant Pathology or Microbiology
Biology 363
Population Ecology/Biology
Animal census techniques, scientific writing
Math/Excel
Biology 421
Molecular Genetics is an asset
Biology 451
Ichthyology is an asset
Biology 475
Ecological Toxicology is an asset
Palaeobiology 230
Fundamental and advanced invertebrate animal evolution and body structure
To Apply:
1) Complete the application form found at .
2) Send your CV, academic transcripts, and academic timetable to .
Submit your application no later than January 3rd, 2024. Positions will likely be filled before the closing date.
Inquiries for this position can be directed to .
Preference will be given to graduate students in the Department of Biology with scholarships requiring teaching service hours.
Where a graduate student is appointed to this position, it will be in-scope of PSAC.
Department: Biology
Status: Term
Employment Group: Graduate Students – PSAC
Rate of Pay:
Posted Date: 12/4/2023
Closing Date: 1/8/2024
Number of Openings: 13
Work Location: On Campus
#LI-DNI The University is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion, and are proud to support career opportunities for Indigenous peoples to reflect the community we serve. We are dedicated to recruiting individuals who will enrich our work and learning environments. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. We are committed to providing accommodations to those with a disability or medical necessity. If you require an accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please notify us and we will work together on the accommodation request. We continue to grow our partnerships with Indigenous communities across the province, nationally, and internationally and value the unique perspective that Indigenous employees provide to strengthen these relationships. Verification of Indigenous Membership/Citizenship at the University of Saskatchewan is led and determined by the and Standing Committee in accordance with the processes developed to enact the policy. Successful candidates that assert Indigenous membership/citizenship will be asked to complete the verification process of Indigenous membership/citizenship with documentation. The University of Saskatchewan’s main campus is situated on Treaty 6 Territory and the Homeland of the Métis. We pay our respects to the First Nations and Métis ancestors of this place and reaffirm our relationship with one another. Together, we are uplifting Indigenization to a place of prominence at the University of Saskatchewan.
Expected salary:
Location: Saskatoon, SK
Job date: Tue, 05 Dec 2023 06:27:04 GMT
