Established in 1789, King’s College is Canada’s oldest chartered university and is associated with Dalhousie University. A small and extraordinarily lively academic community located in Halifax (Kjipuktuk), Nova Scotia, King’s is known nationally and internationally for its highly acclaimed interdisciplinary programs in the humanities, including its renowned Foundation Year Program, its professional programs in journalism and its fine arts program in creative writing. King’s is a community where students, faculty, alumni, and staff work to bring greater understanding, creativity, and compassion to the world.

The following two Teaching Assistant positions are open for applications now.
 

1) The History of Science and Technology Program at the University of King’s College invites applications for one Teaching Assistant position for “In Search of the Philosopher’s Stone: The History of European Alchemy” (HSTC 3121/EMSP 3321/RELS 3121/HIST 3990) in the Winter Term 2023. The course examines the history of alchemy from its ancient Mediterranean origins to the scientific revolution.

Deadline for Applications: Monday, December 5, 2022

Duties include but are not limited to:

·      reading course material

·      grading assignments and exams

·      attending lectures (please consult the Dalhousie Academic Timetable regarding class time)

·      holding office hours (virtual or in-person) and assisting students with assignments

·      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. Prior TA experience is an asset.

Hourly Rate of Pay: $25.27 (classification of TA130). The position is conditional on the course’s final enrollment numbers

To apply for this position, please send a letter of interest and C.V to: Dr. Kyle Fraser, email: kyle.fraser@ukings.ca

Questions regarding the position should be directed to the same address.

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.

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2) The History of Science and Technology Program at the University of King’s College invites applications for one Teaching Assistant position for “Oracles, Omens, and Astrology in the Ancient World” (HSTC 3320/CLAS 3320) in the Winter Term 2023. The course examines the history of divination and astrology in ancient Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cultures.

Deadline for Applications: Monday, December 5, 2022

Duties include but are not limited to:

·      reading course material

·      grading assignments and exams

·      attending lectures (please consult the Dalhousie Academic Timetable regarding class time)

·      holding office hours (virtual or in-person) and assisting students with assignments

·      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. Graduates with a background in ancient science, philosophy or religion are especially encouraged to apply. Prior TA experience is also an asset.

Hourly Rate of Pay: $25.27 (classification of TA130). The position is conditional on the course’s final enrollment numbers

To apply for this position, please send a letter of interest and C.V to: Dr. Kyle Fraser, email: kyle.fraser@ukings.ca

Questions regarding the position should be directed to the same address.

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.