Undergraduate Teaching Assistant
The Department of Chemistry is looking to hire undergraduate TAs (UTAs) to meet our teaching needs for the upcoming academic year. If you are interested in being considered for a TA position for 2025W1, W2, or both, please fill the application form using the link below. Note that you MUST be registered in a full-time program taking at least three courses during 2025W1 to be considered for a position. Please do NOT apply if you don't fit this criteria.
https://ubc.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_eo0yEg5XejTbBxY
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.