At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist in teaching, lead discussions, and grade assignments for a political thought course.
- Company: University of Ottawa, committed to diversity and inclusion.
- Benefits: Competitive hourly rate, flexible hours, and valuable teaching experience.
- Other info: Join a supportive community focused on collaboration and innovation.
- Why this job: Make an impact in students' learning while enhancing your own skills.
- Qualifications: Must be a student with a passion for political studies and teaching.
The predicted salary is between 33 - 53 $ per hour.
Location where work is to be performed: Main Campus
Session: 2027 Winter Semester
Faculty: Faculty of Social Sciences
Unit: School of Political Studies
Job Classification: Teaching Assistant/Demonstrator/Lab Monitor (CUPE)
Course Title: Pensée politique moderne I
Course Code: POL2508
Section: A00
Supervisor name: Professeur François Charbonneau
Date Posted: 2026/10/19
Applications must be received BEFORE: 2026/11/03
Description of tasks:
- Recherche / Research: 0
- Préparation / Preparation: 0
- Contact avec étudiants / Contact with Students: 0
- Correction - Notation / Grading: 0
- Surveillance / Proctoring: 0
- Formation / Training: 0
- Autre / Other: 0
Number of positions: 1
Expected Enrolment: 244
Work Start Date: January 11, 2027
Work End Date: April 30, 2027
Total Work Hours: 60
Hourly Rate: $33.83 or $53.31 (Sept. 2026 - Aug. 2027)
Undergraduate students will be paid at the lower rate; while graduate students will be paid at the higher rate. These rates do not include vacation pay nor statutory pay.
Method of Delivery: Enseignement en présentiel
Language of Work: Français | French
Course Description: Origines et développement de la pensée politique moderne (du 16e au 18e siècle).
Course Schedule:
- Lundi: 16h - 17h30
- Mercredi: 14h30 - 16h
Nature of Work: A combination of tasks such as: teaching assistance, leading discussion groups, grading assignments and exams, personal consultation with students. The student must commit to respecting the work schedule established by the supervisor and be available to attend the course at the supervisor's request.
Requirements: Priority will be given to candidates in accordance with articles 18.5 and 18.6 of the CUPE collective agreement.
Please note that the course will be delivered in-person. Some work will therefore need to be done on campus. It is possible that the mode of teaching or work may change for health reasons or other reasons.
Students must be able to come to the University of Ottawa campus, in Ottawa, at the request of their supervisor and/or the School.
Additional Information: The allocation of hours will be determined with your supervisor. All University of Ottawa employees are required under provincial law to successfully complete all mandatory legislated training offered by the University. The hiring process will be governed by the current CUPE 2626 collective agreement. The University of Ottawa embraces diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We are passionate about our people and committed to employment equity. We foster a culture of respect, teamwork and inclusion, where collaboration, innovation, and creativity fuel our quest for research and teaching excellence. While all qualified persons are invited to apply, we welcome applications from qualified Indigenous persons, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, women and LGBTQIA2S+ persons. The University is committed to creating and maintaining an accessible, barrier-free work environment. The University is also committed to working with applicants with disabilities requesting accommodation during the recruitment, assessment and selection processes. Applicants with disabilities may contact the academic unit to communicate the accommodation need.
Prior to May 1, 2022, the University required all students, faculty, staff, and visitors (including contractors) to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 as defined in Policy 129 - Covid-19 Vaccination. This policy was suspended effective May 1, 2022 but may be reinstated at any point in the future depending on public health guidelines and the recommendations of experts.
CUPE - Hiver 2027 - TA - POL2508 - A00 in Ottawa employer: University of Ottawa
The University of Ottawa is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic and inclusive work environment that prioritizes diversity and equity. As a part-time professor in the Faculty of Education, you will have the opportunity to engage with motivated students while contributing to innovative research and teaching practices. The university fosters professional growth through collaborative initiatives and provides a supportive atmosphere that values creativity and respect.
