At a Glance
- Tasks: Prepare and deliver tutorials, supervise labs, and assist students with course material.
- Company: University of Ottawa, committed to diversity and inclusion.
- Benefits: Competitive hourly rate, professional development opportunities, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Flexible hours, collaborative culture, and excellent career growth potential.
- Why this job: Gain hands-on teaching experience while helping fellow students succeed in engineering.
- Qualifications: Must have completed semiconductor devices with an A or better; knowledge of physics or electrical engineering required.
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 Engineering
Unit: EECS_ST
Job Classification: Teaching Assistant/Demonstrator/Lab Monitor (CUPE)
Course Title: Fundamentals of Semiconductor Devices
Course Code: ELG3137
Section: A
Date Posted: 2026/10/22
Applications must be received BEFORE: 2026/11/05
Description of tasks:
- Prepare for and give tutorials
- Prepare labs
- Supervise and help students with labs
- Grading (labs, quizzes, assignments)
- Weekly consultation hours for students
- Various course admin (maintain course term marks, prepare course material such as solutions, notes)
- Proctoring term tests
Number of positions: 2
Expected Enrolment: 39
Work Start Date: January 01, 2027
Work End Date: April 30, 2027
Total Work Hours: 130
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: IN PERSON
Language of Work: English
Minimum Requirements:
- Preference will be given to candidates who have completed semiconductor devices and physics, or its equivalent and its prerequisite(s) with a mark of A or better.
- Attend a TA workshop if necessary.
- Must be ready for an interview if considered for this position.
- Candidates must have a recent degree in Physics or Electrical Engineering, or currently be enrolled in such a program.
- Have knowledge of physical electronics, circuits, nanomaterials and devices.
Additional Information:
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.
Applicants with disabilities may contact the academic unit to communicate the accommodation need.
CUPE-Hiver/Winter 2027- AE/TA-ELG3137A 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.
