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MARKER POSTING
DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS AND SOCIAL SCIENCES
Faculty of Agriculture, Dalhousie University
Truro, Nova Scotia
POSTING DATE: December 11, 2019
APPLICATION DEADLINE: December 18, 2019 – or until position filled
POSITION: Marker – Winter 2020 - January to April 2020
MGTA 1004 – Introduction to Business
DEPARTMENT/LOCATION: Business and Social Sciences, Agricultural Campus
PAY RATE: $16.61/hr as per CUPE Collective Agreement
WORK ASSIGNMENT: The marker will assist the instructor with grading assignments and Brightspace quizzes over a 12-week period (approx. 15 hrs every two weeks to a maximum of 90 hrs) under MGTA 1004. Detailed marking schemes will be provided. The marker will meet with the instructor on a regular basis to review marking progression and consistency; review any problems that arise.
REQUIREMENTS OF POSITION:
Minimum 3rd or 4th year students in the Agr. Business, Agr. Economics or Int'l Food Business programs and who has successfully completed MGTA 1004 (Introduction to Business) or equivalent/similar course with a grade of A- or better. Previous experience as a marker would be an asset.
If you are interested in the above position, please apply in writing by the application deadline to:
Steven Dukeshire, Department Chair
Department of Business & Social Sciences
Dalhousie University, Faculty of Agriculture
P. O. Box 550, Truro, NS B2N 5E3
E-mail: fac.bss@dal.ca
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Dalhousie University is committed to fostering a collegial culture grounded in diversity and inclusiveness. The university encourages applications from Indigenous persons, persons with a disability, racially visible persons, women, persons of a minority sexual orientation and/or gender identity, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. For more information, please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity.
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TEACHING ASSISTANT POSTING
DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS AND SOCIAL SCIENCES
Faculty of Agriculture
Dalhousie University
Truro, Nova Scotia, Canada B2N 5E3
POSTING DATE: December 11, 2019
APPLICATION DEADLINE: December 18, 2019 – or until position filled
POSITION: TA – Winter 2020 – January to April 2020
AGRI 4001 – AGRICULTURE, FOOD & WELL-BEING
DEPARTMENT/LOCATION: Business and Social Sciences, Agricultural Campus
PAY RATE: 110 hours as per CUPE Collective Agreement - $2,685.00 gross.
WORK ASSIGNMENT:
Duties include, but are not limited to:
1) Preparation: Help with planning group projects and outputs.
2) In-class Duties: Monitor weekly discussion board – 1.5 hrs a week to each group (6 hrs/week for 10 weeks)
3) Office Duties: Meet virtually with students, guide groups in their plans.
4) Marking, Grading, and Invigilating: Assist with grading projects, participation and group work.
5) Other: Assist with inquiries from students interested in the course and other communications.
REQUIREMENTS OF POSITION: Applicants with a relevant degree are encouraged to apply. Experience with online learning would be an asset.
Applications must include a cover letter clarifying qualifications and relevant experience, and a curriculum vitae.
If you are interested in the above position, please apply in writing by the application deadline to:
Steven Dukeshire, Department Chair
Department of Business & Social Sciences
Dalhousie University, Faculty of Agriculture
P. O. Box 550, Truro, NS B2N 5E3
E-mail: fac.bss@dal.ca
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Dalhousie University is committed to fostering a collegial culture grounded in diversity and inclusiveness. The university encourages applications from Indigenous persons, persons with a disability, racially visible persons, women, persons of a minority sexual orientation and/or gender identity, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. For more information, please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity.