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TA Position in History of Science and Technology (HOST)
University of King's College

The History of Science and Technology Programme (HOST) at the University of King's College invites applications for teaching assistant positions for "Knowing and Making the World: the History of Science from the Ancients to the Moderns" (HSTC 1200, cross-listed with HSTC 2200, SCIE 2000, HIST 2074) in the 2015-16 academic year. This class is a broad introductory survey of the central developments in the history of science from the ancient world to the present. It is open to first year and higher level students in both arts and sciences at King's College and Dalhousie University.

Duties:

- attending lectures (2 hrs/week, M/W 2:35-3:25pm)
- conducting tutorials (1 hr/week, W/F, see Dal online for tutorial times)
- marking assignments and tests (4/term),
- helping students as needed with their assignments during office hours (1/week)

TAs for this course must also be prepared to consult on a regular basis with the other TAs in the course regarding the approach taken in tutorials, which constitute a vital component of instruction.


Qualifications and experience:

Candidates may come from various fields (this is a widely interdisciplinary programme) but should have at least an undergraduate degree. Graduates who have taken courses in or graduated from the HOST programme, or who have combined an interest in the sciences and the humanities in their education, are especially encouraged to apply.

Pay-scale

For a tutorial group of 30 students the position is a TA 260 at an hourly rate of $22.70. The University of King's College is an equal opportunity employer.

For more information about the HOST programme and its courses, visit http://www.ukings.ca/history-science-and-technology-programme

To apply:

Please send (by hardcopy or electronically) an application letter and CV (including a statement concerning your teaching experience) by 27 August to:

Dr. Ian Stewart
History of Science and Technology Programme
University of King's College
Halifax, NS,  B3H 2A1
Phone: 902.422.1271, ext. 134
Fax 902.423.3357
Email: ian.stewart@ukings.ca