Biofluid Mechanics Teaching Assistant

4 days ago

Québec QC, Québec Municipalité Régionale, QC; Capitale-Nationale; Québec Province, Canada University of Ottawa Full-time

Support Biofluid Mechanics teaching at the University of Ottawa's Main Campus using engineering mechanics and communication skills in person. Three positions are available.

This Teaching Assistant role supports Catherine Mavriplis during the 2027 Winter Semester. Work concerns MCG3143, Section A, in the Department of Mechanical Engineering. Duties include weekly dissection labs, equipment setup, student consultations, marking, and proctoring. The assignment totals 130 hours from January 1 through April 30, 2027.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct weekly Biofluid Mechanics dissection labs
  • Set up equipment for scheduled laboratory activities
  • Provide consultations to students during the course
  • Mark course work as assigned by the supervisor
  • Proctor the final examination in person

Requirements:

  • Successfully completed undergraduate mechanical courses
  • Exceptional knowledge of free body diagrams and engineering mechanics
  • Good knowledge of engineering materials and manufacturing processes
  • Ability to work with basic hand tools
  • Availability throughout the course session and final exam

Apply engineering mechanics, laboratory support, communication, and proctoring skills as a Biofluid Mechanics Teaching Assistant.