Hiring Unit
McGill Bieler School of Environment
Course Title
Knowledge, Ethics and Environment.
Course Code
ENVR 203 001
Estimated Number of Positions
2
Total Hours of Work per Term
180
Hiring Unit
Bieler School of Environment
Course Title and Course Number
ENVR 203-01 - Knowledge, Ethics and Environment
Estimated Number of Positions
2
Total Hours of Work per Term
180 hours per TA
Course Description
Introduction to cultural perspectives on the environment: the influence of culture and cognition on perceptions of the natural world; conflicts in orders of knowledge (models, taxonomies, paradigms, theories, cosmologies), ethics (moral values, frameworks, dilemmas), and law (formal and customary, rights and obligations) regarding political dimensions of critical environments, resource use, and technologies.
Qualifications and Position Summary
- Grading essays and exams in consultation with instructor
- Maintaining regular office hours for meeting students
- Assists in invigilation of mid-term and final exams
- Excellent spoken and written English and knowledge of French an asset
- Solid grounding in Humanities and/or Social Sciences, including Anthropology, Sociology, Human Geography, Law, Philosophy, History and in Environmental Studies
- Effective organizational skills
- Previous participation in BSE courses as a student or TA an asset
- Demonstrated experience with the use of a virtual learning platform [e.g., Zoom, WebEx]. Familiarity with MyCourses, and Powerpoint.
Hourly Salary
$38.46
Position Start Date
2027-01-05
Position End Date
2027-04-30
Deadline to Apply
2026-11-02
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Teaching Assistant - ENVR 203-01-Winter in Amherst employer: McGill University
McGill University is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration in the heart of Montreal. As an Assistant Professor, you will have access to extensive resources for research and teaching, along with opportunities for professional development and community engagement, making it a rewarding environment for academic growth and impactful contributions.
