Today@Dal

Part-Time Employment Opportunity: Teaching Assistant in the Early Modern Studies Program

Deadline for Applications: Monday, December 14, 2020

The Early Modern Studies Program (EMSP) at the University of King's College invites applications for a Teaching Assistant to handle duties in EMSP 2480.03 (cross-listed as HIST 2750.03), "The Pirate and Piracy". EMSP 2480 is an interdisciplinary course which examines philosophical, historical, and literary treatments of pirates and piracy in the early modern period (roughly 1500 to 1800), with reference to ancient, medieval, and later periods in European and non-European history.

 Duties include but are not limited to:

• Grading assignments and exams
• Watching lectures posted on Brightspace 
• Reading course material
• Holding virtual office hours and ensuring an online presence to assist students with assignments and exams
• Attending and assisting occasional drop-in tutorials for the course

Consulting on a regular basis with the instructor regarding the approach taken in teaching, grading, and other expectations
 
Qualifications and Experience:

 
Candidates may come from various fields but should have at least an undergraduate degree. A background in some area of early modern studies and/or the history of maritime piracy is required. Prior TA experience (at the university level) and familiarity with online environments and online learning tools would be considered an asset.

Closing Date: Monday, December 14, 2020

Hourly Rate of Pay: $24.41 (classification of TA130). Position is conditional on the course's final enrollment numbers

Please email an application letter and C.V. to:

Sharon Brown

Administrative Assistant

Early Modern Studies Program

Email: Sharon.Brown@ukings.ca

Questions regarding the position should be directed to Dr. Simon Kow, who can be reached by email at Simon.Kow@ukings.ca

Applications sent through Indeed.com or other website which posts job advertisements without permission will not be considered.

The University of King's College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We encourage and welcome those who would contribute to the diversification of our staff and faculty including, but not limited to women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, visible minorities and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.