Comparative Politics Teaching Assistant

4 days ago

Vancouver BC, Greater Vancouver Regional District, BC; British Columbia, Canada University of Ottawa Full-time

Teach comparative politics remotely for the University of Ottawa’s POL2104 course during the 2027 Winter Semester in English.

This Teaching Assistant position supports Introduction to Comparative Politics within the Faculty of Social Sciences. The course examines political phenomena across historical, cultural, and institutional contexts. Responsibilities include teaching assistance, discussion groups, marking, and student office hours.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide teaching assistance for Introduction to Comparative Politics
  • Lead or support discussion groups for enrolled students
  • Mark papers and examinations according to supervisor deadlines
  • Hold office hours to meet with students
  • Attend lectures when requested by the supervisor

Requirements:

  • Availability for distance teaching in English
  • Availability during Tuesday and Thursday course schedule
  • Ability to meet deadlines established by the supervisor
  • Availability to travel to Ottawa campus when requested
  • Priority considered under CUPE collective agreement articles 18.5 and 18.6

Support POL2104 students through teaching assistance, discussion groups, grading, and office hours from January through April 2027.

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