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​TEACHING ASSISTANT/MARKER/DEMONSTRATOR POSTING
DALHOUSIE UNIVERSITY        Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
TITLE:         Integrated Science Program Demonstrator, 45 hours
POSTING DATE:        July 29, 2021
APPLICATION DEADLINE:        August 9, 2021, or until filled

POSITION:                 One position: Marker/demonstrator, one term 45 hours
                    
WORK PERIOD:            September to December 2021
                    
DEPARTMENT/LOCATION:     Faculty of Science / Integrated Science /
PAY RATE:                According to C.U.P.E. agreement

WORK ASSIGNMENT:      Support the Integrated Science program (DISP), by assisting DISP Faculty with organizing, building and maintaining the Brightspace page for SCIE 1506.09. This course includes multiple subjects, delivered through a single Brightspace site: first year Biology, Psychology, Statistics, Writing in Science, Integrated Topics. Coordinate with the DISP Faculty. Attend a weekly 30-minute DISP Faculty meeting at a mutually agreed time. Tasks in Brightspace will include but will not be limited to building and maintaining the grade book, posting learning resources, creating the overall course structure, building quizzes and assessments with instructor guidance.

REQUIREMENTS OF POSITION:     Minimum upper-level undergraduate in a science discipline. Previous teaching or course building experience using Brightspace. Excellent communication and time management. Previous experience working with an interdisciplinary team. Experience with an integrated science program is an asset.

If you are interested in the above position, please apply in writing by email with a summary of expertise and teaching experience, and your resume and schedule to:  
 
Dr. Gabrielle Tompkins, Director, Integrated Science Program, Dalhousie University, Halifax, NS, B3H 4R2. E-mail: disp@dal.ca
Please use the email subject line: “SCIE 1506 Writing TA application – Applicant name”.

All offers of employment as a Part-Time Academic are conditional upon sufficient student enrolment in the course and approval by the 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.


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​TEACHING ASSISTANT POSTING
DALHOUSIE UNIVERSITY
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada B3H 4H6

TITLE: Biology Field Trips TA45, Integrated Science Program

POSTING DATE: July 29, 2021

APPLICATION DEADLINE: August 9, 2021, or until the position is filled.

POSITION: TA45 (Teaching Assistant 45 hours, one position Fall term: September-November 2021)

PAY RATE: According to C.U.P.E. agreement

DEPARTMENT/LOCATION: Faculty of Science, Integrated Science (Biology)

WORK ASSIGNMENT: Assist in the development and delivery of four field trips for the Biology component of the Integrated Science Program (SCIE 1506). This includes preparation for and guiding field trips, assisting with development of species identification materials, vetting field trip exercises and marking exercises for 80 students. Field trips include biology content as well as content integrated with Earth Sciences.
Must be available for four field trips, scheduled Thursdays or Friday afternoons September-November.

Coastal Dunes: Thursday September 23rd
Bioblitz: Friday September 24th
Intertidal Ecology: Thursday October 7th
Horton Bluff: Thursday October 28th

REQUIREMENTS OF POSITION: Minimum upper-level undergraduate student in Biology or Marine Biology or a related field. Field experience in terrestrial ecology, marine biology, and biodiversity, with expertise in identification of a wide range of species (plants, lichen, macroalgae, and macroinvertebrates) is essential. Previous marking and teaching experience is an asset. A graduate degree (completed or in progress) in a relevant field is an asset. Current first aid is an asset. If you are interested in the above position, please apply in writing to:

Dr. Gabrielle Tompkins, Director, Integrated Science Program, Dalhousie University, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3H4R2 (Phone: 902.494.8496; email: disp@dal.ca.
Please use the email subject line: “SCIE 1506 Bio Field TA Application – Applicant first and last name”.

Applicants should provide a summary of expertise and teaching experience, resume and confirmation of availability for the above dates.

All offers of employment as a Part-Time Academic are conditional upon sufficient student enrolment in the course and approval by the 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


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​TEACHING ASSISTANT/MARKER/DEMONSTRATOR POSTING (Revised)
DALHOUSIE UNIVERSITY        Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

TITLE:         Writing in Science TA65, Integrated Science Program

POSTING DATE:        July 20, 2021
APPLICATION DEADLINE:        August 16, 2021, or until filled

POSITION:                 Two positions: TA65 (Teaching Assistant, one term, 65 hours)
                    
WORK PERIOD:            September to December 2021
                    
DEPARTMENT/LOCATION:     Faculty of Science / Integrated Science /
PAY RATE:                According to C.U.P.E. agreement

WORK ASSIGNMENT:      Support the first-year writing and research project component of the Integrated Science program (DISP), specifically for first year students writing a formal field trip report on a coastal dune study. Mark individual written assignments (introduction + methods, results + discussion, final paper) submitted by 25 students. Assist teaching a coastal dune field trip at Conrad Beach (September 23rd 8:30am-5pm). Assist teaching a workshop on infographics and peer feedback, and mark infographic assignments. Provide extensive feedback on written papers and return marked assignments within one week. Follow the Integrated Science writing class guidelines. Meet with students (can be virtually) to discuss their work. Coordinate marking with the DISP Writing in Science Instructor. Support the Writing in Science Instructor in the overall delivery of the writing component of DISP (i.e. posting marks to Brightspace).

REQUIREMENTS OF POSITION:     Undergraduate degree completed in a physical sciences or life sciences discipline. Research experience at the post-graduate level, and an interest in teaching scientific writing and research skills are essential. Previous experience, evaluating formal scientific writing is an asset. Previous field study experience and experience with an integrated science program are assets.

If you are interested in the above position, please apply in writing by email with a summary of expertise and teaching experience, and your resume and schedule to:  
 

Dr. Gabrielle Tompkins, Director, Integrated Science Program, Dalhousie University, Halifax, NS, B3H 4R2. E-mail: disp@dal.ca
Please use the email subject line: “SCIE 1506 Writing TA application – Applicant name”.

All offers of employment as a Part-Time Academic are conditional upon sufficient student enrolment in the course and approval by the 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.

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​TEACHING ASSISTANT / MARKER / DEMONSTRATOR POSTING (Revised)
DALHOUSIE UNIVERSITY
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada B3H 4H6
TITLE:     Ethics in Science TA110, Integrated Science Program/Philosophy
POSTING DATE:     July 20, 2021
APPLICATION DEADLINE:    August 16, 2021, or until the position is filled
POSITION:         TA110 (Teaching Assistant, 110 hours)
WORK PERIOD:        Fall term (September-December 2021)
DEPARTMENT/LOCATION:     Faculty of Science, Integrated Science Program (and Philosophy)
PAY RATE:    According to the C.U.P.E. agreement

WORK ASSIGNMENT:      Support the first-year writing component of the Integrated Science Program (SCIE 1506/1507). Mark several formal written assignments for PHIL 1050.03, Ethics in Science, using a marking rubric. Teach weekly tutorials (Mondays 9:30-1030am and/or 10:30-11:30am) including writing workshops. Meet with students individually.

REQUIREMENTS OF     Undergraduate degree completed in philosophy, graduate degree POSITION:     completed or in progress in science, philosophy, or a related field,
and a strong interest and experience in teaching writing and critical thinking skills. Candidates with a background in science as well as philosophy will have priority. Previous experience with the Integrated Science program will be considered an asset.

Integrated Science is committed to encouraging its students to excel in their written work. Extensive and thoughtful feedback is required to help students become better writers.

If you are interested in the above position, please apply in writing by email to:
Dr. Letitia Meynell, Department of Philosophy, Dalhousie University, Halifax, NS, B3H 4R2  
E-mail: Letitia.Meynell@dal.ca

Applicants should include a summary of their expertise and teaching experience, their resume, and confirmation of availability for tutorials, which run Mondays 9:30-11:30 am in the fall term.

All offers of employment as a Part-Time Academic are conditional upon sufficient student enrolment in the course and approval by the 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.