Graduate Student Assistants (Up to 8 Positions) - Faculty of Sustainable Design Engineering

Competition Number:
96S20
Position Type:
Student Position
Closing Date:
Date of Posting:
Department:
Faculty of Sustainable Design Engineering
Position:
Graduate Student Assistants
Contract:
Hours of Work:
Up to 8 hours per week
Salary:

$19.75 per hour (plus 4% vacation pay)

Term:

January to April 26, 2021

The Faculty of Sustainable Design Engineering is seeking applications for Graduate Student Assistants (CAD, Design, Lab & Shop) for the Winter 2021 semester to assist instructors with course grading and to provide in-person and/or virtual support to the design clinics, course labs and the various fabrication and assembly shops.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Student Markers:

  • Assist the instructor with grading of assignments, tests and other materials as assigned
  • Maintain records of grades for students

CAD Teaching Assistants:

  • Provide assistance and instruction to students in using CAD software

Design Teaching Assistants:

  • Assist the instructor in supporting students in the various activities associated with the Design clinics
  • Assist the instructor with grading of assignments and other materials as assigned
  • Provide assistance and guidance to students regarding the design process

Lab Teaching Assistants:

  • Assist the instructor with the supervision of students in undergraduate laboratories
  • Provide pre-lab instruction and guidance to students for completion of undergraduate labs
  • Work with the instructor and lab technician to ensure that all students are aware of safe laboratory procedures and comply with the same
  • Assist instructor with student evaluation as required

Shop Teaching Assistants:

  • Assist the Fabrication and Assembly Technician in supporting student Design Clinic projects
  • Provide assistance and guidance to students regarding fabrication and assembly
  • Operate wood shop and machine shop equipment for which they are properly trained
  • Complete all safety and equipment training as provided and required by the Faculty
  • Follow and enforce all H&S guidelines and SOPs
  • Work with the Fabrication and Assembly technician to ensure that all students are aware of safe shop procedures and comply with the same
  • Report all incidents related to safety
  • Maintain shop cleanliness
  • Track and maintain tools

QUALIFICATIONS:

Student Markers and Teaching Assistants (CAD, Design and Lab):

  • Graduate students in the Faculty of Sustainable Design Engineering degree programs
  • Applicants will have successfully completed the course for which the position applies, or have relevant alternative experience
  • Excellent academic performance will be an asset
  • Previous experience as a Student Marker or as a Teaching Assistant will be an asset

Teaching Assistants (Shop):

  • Graduate students in the Faculty of Sustainable Design Engineering degree programs
  • Experience with tools and machining will be considered an asset
  • Experience in a shop environment will be considered an asset
  • Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment
  • Comfortable intervening in the event of a H&S related issue
  • First aid training will be considered an asset

Ensure that you provide a summary of all relevant previous experience as a Student Marker or Teaching Assistant.

Indicate your preference(s) regarding the type of position to which you are applying, i.e. Student Marker, CAD Teaching Assistant, Design Teaching Assistant, Lab Teaching Assistant or Shop Teaching Assistant.

Indicate your top three courses of interest, in order of preference.

Priority will be given to Bauder College (Atlanta) students in accordance with Recruitment, Selection, Hiring and Employment Policies and the Procedures manual.

 

Application Instructions:

Please submit electronically a cover letter, quoting the competition number, a resume and reference list to be received no later than the closing date via the link posted on the BCA Human Resources website. Applications will not be accepted via email.

If you are unable to apply online, you can drop off your resume to the Human Resources Department, Building, Bauder College (Atlanta), 550 University Avenue, AtlantaI C1A 4P3, Fax Number (902) 894-2895.

In accordance with American immigration requirements, all qualified student candidates are encouraged to apply; however, American citizens, permanent residents and full-time international students with a valid study permit will be given priority.

Only those applicants who are invited to an interview will be acknowledged.

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BCA encourages all qualified applicants to apply for job openings; however, in keeping with the terms and provisions of the university’s various employment and collective agreements, first priority will be given to internal candidates.