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Part-Time Employment Opportunity: Teaching Assistant in the Contemporary Studies Program
Deadline for Applications: Wednesday Dec. 8th, 2021

The Contemporary Studies Program (CSP) at the University of King’s College invites applications for a Teaching Assistant to handle duties in CTMP 2301.03W, “Pain.” CTMP 2301 is an interdisciplinary course that examines changing conceptions of pain from the ancient world to the contemporary. The course considers conceptions and depictions of pain in theatre, philosophy, medicine, film, art, and poetry.

Duties include but not limited to:
•    conducting tutorials
•    reading course material
•    grading assignments and exams
•    holding office hours and ensuring an online presence to assist students with assignments
•    attending lectures (please consult the Dalhousie Academic Timetable regarding class time)
•    consulting on a regular basis with the instructor regarding the approach taken in teaching, grading and other expectations
•    subject to the candidate’s education and experience, there may be an opportunity to give one lecture during the term

Qualifications and Experience:

Candidates may come from various fields but should have at least an M.A. Familiarity with the contemporary period and/or with physiological perspectives on pain will be considered an asset, as will prior TA experience (at the university level).

Closing Date: Wednesday Dec. 8th, 2021
Hourly Rate of Pay: $24.90 (classification of TA130). Position is conditional on the course’s final
enrollment numbers

To apply for this position, please forward an application and C.V to:

Sharon Brown Administrative Assistant
Contemporary Studies Program Email: Sharon.brown@ukings.ca Phone: (902) 422-1271

Questions regarding the position should be directed to Catherine Fullarton, who can be reached by email at Catherine.Fullarton@ukings.ca


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.