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Teaching Assistant position for “Artificial Intelligence” (HSTC 2410) in the Summer 2022 Term

Deadline for Applications: May 1, 2022

The History of Science and Technology Program at the University of King’s College invites applications for one Teaching Assistant position for “Artificial Intelligence” (HSTC 2410) in the Summer 2022 Term. The course examines the history, philosophy, and implications of artificial intelligence from antiquity to the present day.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• reading course material
• grading assignments and exams
• consulting on a regular basis with the instructor regarding the approach taken in teaching, grading and other expectations
• (potentially) hosting online tutorials

Qualifications and Experience: Candidates may come from various fields but should have at least an undergraduate degree. Graduates with some background in the history of science are encouraged to apply. Prior TA experience is also an asset.

Hourly Rate of Pay: $24.90 (classification of TA130). Position is conditional on the course’s final enrollment numbers

Teaching Assistant position for “Brewing Civilization” (HSTC 3415) in the Summer 2022 Term

Deadline for Applications: May 1, 2022

The History of Science and Technology Program at the University of King’s College invites applications for one Teaching Assistant position for “Brewing Civilization” (HSTC 3415) in the Summer 2022 Term. The course examines the science, history, and social implications of brewing from the ancient to the modern world.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• reading course material
  grading assignments and exams
  consulting on a regular basis with the instructor regarding the approach taken in teaching, grading and other expectations
  (potentially) hosting online tutorials

Qualifications and Experience: Candidates may come from various fields but should have at least an undergraduate degree. Graduates with some background in the history of science are encouraged to apply. Prior TA experience is also an asset.

Hourly Rate of Pay: $24.90 (classification of TA130). Position is conditional on the course’s final enrollment numbers

To apply for either or both of these positions, please forward your C.V. (including a statement concerning your teaching experience) to:

Sharon Brown
Administrative Assistant
History of Science and Technology Program
Email: Sharon.brown@ukings.ca
Phone: (902) 422-1271

Questions regarding the position should be directed to Dr. Mark Burke, who can be reached by email at mark.burke@ukings.ca

The University of King’s College is committed to diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusion. We encourage and welcome applications from Indigenous persons (especially Mi’kmaq), persons with a disability, racialized persons, including persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), women, persons of a minority sexual orientation and/or gender identity, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversification of our community.