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POSTING DATE: September 13, 2013
APPLICATION DEADLINE: September 23, 2013
This is a 5-day posting.
POSITION: Teaching Assistant (Three positions)
PAY RATE: In accordance with Agreement between Dalhousie University and Canadian Union of Public Employees (http://humanresources.dal.ca/Files/Employment/CUPE_3912_Collective_Agreement.pdf).
DEPARTMENT/LOCATION: Physics & Atmospheric Science
 
1. PHYC 4540 Synoptic Meteorology I (Fall Term) (TA90)
 
WORK ASSIGNMENT: Duties include but are not limited to:
- teaching 2 1-hour laboratory sessions each week
- TAs may also have to meet with students on an ad hoc basis.
- provide explanations to students seeking additional information and feedback on assignments after they have been returned. Uphold Faculty rules concerning student integrity.
- be available to assist with marking midterms, assignments and final exam
- track student attendance as directed by the Instructor.
- assist the Instructor when needed (times and dates will be arranged between the professor and TA), and may be called upon to provide a lecture for developmental purposes or due to an Instructor's absence, for instance.
REQUIREMENTS OF POSITION:
- Diploma in Meteorology
- Preference given to those who have successfully taken P4540, with a strong background in Physics, Atmospheric Science, and experience in weather forecasting
- must be enthusiastic, approachable, and patient
- effective verbal and written communication is essential
 
2. PHYC 3200 Thermodynamics (Fall Term) (TA90)
 
WORK ASSIGNMENT: Duties include but are not limited to:
- teaching weekly 1.5-hour laboratory sessions each week
- TAs may also have to meet with students on an ad hoc basis.
- plan, set up and deliver lab demonstrations
- provide explanations to students seeking additional information and feedback on assignments after they have been returned. Uphold Faculty rules concerning student integrity.
- be available to assist with marking midterms, assignments and final exam
- track student attendance as directed by the Instructor.
- assist the Instructor as needed (times and dates will be arranged between the professor and TA), and may be called upon to provide a lecture for developmental purposes or due to an Instructor's absence, for instance.
REQUIREMENTS OF POSITION:
- Strong background in Physics and Mathematics is required; preference given to those who have successfully taken the course and have proven lab experience, including use of a variety of teaching methods, classroom technologies, and lab equipment
- must be enthusiastic, approachable, and patient
- effective verbal and written communication is essential
 
3. PHYC 1300/1310 Physics In and Around You (Fall Term) (TA110)
 
WORK ASSIGNMENT: Duties include but are not limited to:
- preparing, teaching and marking in weekly 3-hour laboratory sessions, plus a variety of Resource Centre TA sessions
- TAs may also have to meet with students on an ad hoc basis.
- provide explanations to students seeking additional information and feedback on assignments after they have been returned. Uphold Faculty rules concerning student integrity.
- be available to assist with marking midterms, assignments and final exam
- track student attendance as directed by the Instructor.
- assist the Instructor when needed (times and dates will be arranged between the professor and TA), and may be called upon to provide a lecture for developmental purposes or due to an Instructor's absence, for instance.
REQUIREMENTS OF POSITION:
- Strong background in Physics and Mathematics; preference given to those who have successfully taken P1300/1310, with prior TA experience
- must be interested in working with first-year students, making use of a variety of teaching methods, classroom technologies, and lab equipment
- must be enthusiastic, approachable, and patient
- effective verbal and written communication is essential
 
If you are interested in any of the above positions, please submit a resume by the application deadline to heather.ann.jennex@dal.ca. Please list the course numbers that you are applying for in your email. If you are applying to multiple positions, only one resume is required. (Only electronic applications will be accepted).  
 
All offers of employment are conditional upon sufficient student enrollment in the course, incoming graduate students and approval by the university. Dalhousie University is an Employment Equity/Affirmative Action employer. The University encourages applications from qualified Aboriginal peoples, people with a disability, racially visible persons and women.