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POSTING DATE: 10-Nov-2020
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 5-Dec-2019 or until position filled
POSITION: Teaching Assistant, 1 x 60-hour position
DEPARTMENT: Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences, Faculty of Science
RATE OF PAY: According to the CUPE Agreement
JOB DESCRIPTION: 4850 is a winter term upper year GIS project-based course taken primarily by students completing the undergraduate GIS certificate.
The TA will:
- Assist with demonstrating tools and techniques in ArcGIS to the class (ArcMap and ArcGIS PRO) via online platforms (BB Collaborate, MS Teams, or other)
- Provide student support for research project work
- Hold virtual office hours
- Help trouble-shoot technical issues with remote platforms (RLab / VLab) and software (ArcGIS PRO)
- Mark assignments and provid feedback in collaboration with the course instructor
- Assist with updating assignments and datasets as required
- Assist with marking research reports and presentations in collaboration with the course instructor
The position requires availability during lab sessions which run every Thursday from 10am to 1pm Atlantic Standard Time (GMT -4) during the winter term. There is some flexibility in scheduling (e.g, during some weeks, TA presence is only required during the last hour of class.
REQUIREMENTS: The successful candidate will have a minimum BSc (MSc preferred) with strong experience in GIS analysis and applications of spatial data, preferably in a research setting. The ability to communicate effectively, to support students, and provide constructive feedback are important assets for this role.
All offers of employment are conditional upon sufficient student enrolment in the course and approval by the University. Applications must include a cover letter stating their experience with any/all of the above course topics and a current resumé or curriculum vitae. For more information, and to apply for the position please contact:
Dr. Amy Mui
Environmental Science Program
Dalhousie University
Dalhousie University is committed to fostering a collegial culture grounded in diversity and inclusiveness. The university encourages applications from Aboriginal people, persons with a disability, racially visible persons, women, persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community.
POSTING DATE: 10-Nov-2020
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 5-Dec-2019
POSITION: Teaching Assistant, 1 x 60-hour position
DEPARTMENT: Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences, Faculty of Science
RATE OF PAY: According to the CUPE Agreement
JOB DESCRIPTION: ENVS3100 is a winter term course that takes a hands-on approach to data analysis in support of environmental problem-solving. Methodological approaches include the use of geographic information systems (ArcGIS PRO), statistical coding and data visualization (R and Excel), and development of scientific communication skills through a variety of multi-media.
The responsibilities of the TA are to:
- Assist with demonstrating tools and techniques to the class via online platforms (BB Collaborate, MS Teams, or other). The format of live meetups will include weekly exercises run in small breakout groups online.
- Help trouble-shoot technical issues with remote platforms (RLab / VLab) and software (ArcGIS PRO)
- Provide ongoing support for students and hold virtual office hours
- Mark assignments and provide feedback in collaboration with the course instructor
- Assist with updating assignments, sourcing datasets, and setting up Brightspace components as required
- Mark assignments, quizzes, and presentations in collaboration with the course instructor
The position requires availability during lab sessions which run every Tuesday from 1-3:30pm Atlantic Standard Time (GMT -4) during the winter term. There is some flexibility in scheduling (e.g., during some weeks, TA presence is only required for part of the class, or on certain weeks).
REQUIREMENTS: The successful candidate will have a minimum BSc with strong experience using GIS (ArcGIS Map or PRO) and applying geospatial tools, familiarity with coding in the R language, and strong numeracy skills. The ability to communicate effectively, to support students, and provide constructive feedback are important assets for this role.
All offers of employment are conditional upon sufficient student enrolment in the course and approval by the University. Applications must include a cover letter stating their experience with any/all of the above course topics and a current resumé or curriculum vitae. For more information, and to apply for the position please contact:
Dr. Amy Mui
Environmental Science Program
Dalhousie University
Dalhousie University is committed to fostering a collegial culture grounded in diversity and inclusiveness. The university encourages applications from Aboriginal people, persons with a disability, racially visible persons, women, persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community.