Undergraduate Teaching Assistant
The Department of Chemistry employs undergraduate students as teaching assistants for laboratory courses. Appointments are considered on the basis of need, expertise, and aptitude. An online application form will be available during the first two weeks of August, December, and April for appointments in W1, W2, and summer respectively. Applications for 2024W1 are now closed. If you submitted an application, you can expect to hear back by August 20th. Other TA inquiries should be directed to Dr. Rodriguez Nunez at rnunez@chem.ubc.ca.
Types of Duties
UTA duties may include but are not limited to:
- Preparing for and assisting in the running of labs.
- Grading in class/lab coursework.
- Assisting with in-class activities during lectures.
- Preparing answer keys/marking schemes, in class questions.
- Holding office hours, answering student emails and responding to discussion boards.
- Managing course website and assisting with miscellaneous duties as needed.
Training Courses
All UTAs must complete the mandatory safety and UBC training during the first week of their appointments.
Mandatory Training Courses
Recommended Training Courses
Appointments
Duration
UTA assignments begin on the first day of term and continue through the exam period, as required by the course instructor. Please note that UTAs are expected to be available for the full duration of their appointment. Work hours expectations are outlined in the CUPE 2278 Collective Agreement. UTAs must be available to attend lectures and lab sessions, and fulfill other duties as required by the teaching supervisor.
Salary
UTA wages are negotiated by the CUPE 2278 Collective Agreement. For exact salaries, please reference the current collective agreement.
Overtime
Overtime is not allowed as per the CUPE 2278 Collective Agreement.
Vacation Pay
Vacation pay is negotiated by the CUPE 2278 Collective Agreement.
Absences
Any planned absences taken during the appointment term must be communicated to the TA Coordinator prior to the term start.
International Students
International Students must be eligible to work in Canada. If you are unsure of your eligibility, please contact an Advisor at International Student Advising.
Resources
Instructional Resource Guide
The Centre for Teaching, Learning and Technology (CTLT) offers instructional resources and teaching development programs for new and experienced UTAs. Click here for more information.
Linking your CWL with your Employee ID
In order to be able to access a number of services (Canvas Courses, Workday) as a staff member, you will need to link your Employee ID to your CWL account. Click here for more information of how to do this.