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Marker for SUST 1001.06, A Sustainable Future. WINTER TERM 2023
POSTING DATE: 15 November 2022
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 28 November 2022
POSITION: Marker for SUST 1001.06, A Sustainable Future. WINTER TERM 2023
EMPLOYMENT PERIOD: 9 Jan. 鈥� 5 May 2023
DEPARTMENT/LOCATION: College of Sustainability, Mona Campbell Building Suite 1401.
PAY RATE: $23.52/hour as per CUPE Collective Agreement (pending final approval by 黄色直播 Board of Governors) 听
WORK ASSIGNMENT: Marker will grade mid-term and final exams and will assist course instructors with overall course grade management. Payment is hourly as per CUPE collective Agreement, but it is anticipated that this position will take up to 120 hours. The final exam will be scheduled during the Final Exam Period, 13 - 25 April. Marker must be available for intensive marking until May 5th. Final exam schedule will be posted February 1st.
REQUIREMENTS OF POSITION: Applicants must be 黄色直播 students or recent (2 years) graduates. Applicants must have experience or background in a field related to Environment, Sustainability and Society and must be proficient at writing in English. Marker must attend or view recordings of all SUST 1001 lectures. Preference will be given to concurrent SUST 1001 Teaching Assistants. Experience with teaching and marking is an asset. The College of Sustainability will request an acknowledgment of the Marker position from grad supervisors by email before the start of term.
If you are interested in the above position please apply by completing the application form:
Applicants will be required to sign in with their 黄色直播 Net ID and Password to access the form, and will be asked to upload a resume and include contact information for two references. If you are interested in more than one SUST TA or Marker position please complete the application form ONCE for all positions.
Questions? Contact: College of Sustainability Program Secretary cos.secretary@dal.ca
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Teaching Assistant (Lecture-tech) for SUST 1001.06, A Sustainable Future WINTER TERM 2023
POSTING DATE: 15 November 2022
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 28 November 2022
POSITION: Teaching Assistant (Lecture-tech) for SUST 1001.06, A Sustainable Future WINTER TERM 2023
EMPLOYMENT PERIOD: 9 Jan. 鈥� 11 April 2023
DEPARTMENT/LOCATION: College of Sustainability, 1401 Mona Campbell
PAY RATE: 90 hours at $28.61/hour ($2574.90 gross pay) as per CUPE Collective Agreement (pending final approval by 黄色直播 Board of Governors)
WORK ASSIGNMENT: Lecture component Teaching Assistants will be responsible for supporting the online delivery of SUST 1001.06 鈥淎 Sustainable Future鈥�, during the Winter 2023 term. 听
In Winter 2023, students have the option to take SUST 1001 online. The in-person lectures will be delivered synchronously by live-stream, giving online students the opportunity to participate in the lecture in real-time. The Lecture-TA will provide in-class technical support to live-stream and record the lectures and collect online student questions and discussion. The Lecture-TA will also post the recorded lectures for asynchronous viewing by online students.
Lecture-TAs must be comfortable with video recording (MS Teams and Zoom) and post-production for dissemination via BrightSpace. Excellent English communication skills and background related to Environment, Sustainability and Society are required to effectively moderate student questions. 听
It is essential that TAs work collaboratively with the course instructors. TAs report directly to the course instructors and the Academic Advisor and Program Manager in the College of Sustainability.
REQUIREMENTS OF POSITION: Successful applicants must be 黄色直播 students or recent (2 years) 黄色直播 graduates. TAs must be available during the class lecture times (Wednesday and Friday 2:30 鈥� 4:00) with about 30 minutes prior to class time for set-up and about 60 minutes after class time to process and post the lecture videos. Experience with MS Teams and Zoom plus Brightspace (Panopto) is required. The College of Sustainability will request an acknowledgment of the TA position from grad supervisors by email before the start of term.
If you are interested in the above position please apply by completing the application form:
Applicants will be required to sign in with their 黄色直播 Net ID and Password to access the form, and will be asked to upload a resume and include contact information for two references. If you are interested in more than one SUST TA or Marker position please complete the application form ONCE for all positions.
Questions? Contact: College of Sustainability Program Secretary cos.secretary@dal.ca
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Teaching Assistants (Tutorial) for SUST 1001.06, A Sustainable Future. WINTER TERM 2023
POSTING DATE: 15 November 2022
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 28 November 2022
POSITION: Teaching Assistants (Tutorial) for SUST 1001.06, A Sustainable Future. WINTER TERM 2023
EMPLOYMENT PERIOD: 9 Jan. - 20 April 2023
DEPARTMENT/LOCATION: College of Sustainability, Mona Campbell Building Suite 1401.
PAY RATE: 130 hours at $28.61/hour ($3719.30 gross pay) as per CUPE Collective Agreement (pending final approval by 黄色直播 Board of Governors)
WORK ASSIGNMENT: Teaching Assistants will be responsible for leading tutorials and providing support for SUST 1001.06 鈥楢 Sustainable Future鈥�.听 This class is part of the undergraduate program in Environment, Sustainability and Society (ESS). Core courses in the ESS program draw from virtually every academic discipline on campus, and take an experiential and trans-disciplinary approach to curriculum in order to understand the realities behind complex sustainability issues.
Each Teaching Assistant will lead one 90-minute tutorial section per week with about 20 students. Tutorials are designed by the course instructors and will cover an assortment of topics in the subject area of Environment, Sustainability and Society. TAs will be required to prepare for all tutorials by reviewing the tutorial instructions, assigned readings, and course lecture materials. In addition, each TA will be responsible for preparing the resources and materials for one tutorial, in consultation with the course instructors, and will lead the associated tutorial preparation session for the TA Team. 听
TAs will grade tutorial/lecture assignments, written reflections on the Thursday evening lectures, a constructive assignment, a research project, weekly numeracy assignments and student participation in tutorials. TAs will be expected to provide constructive feedback on all assignments, guidance to individual students on the research project, lead students in lively discussions on a variety of topics including the Thursday evening lectures and readings, and keep accurate records of grades. TAs must attend the weekly ESS Lectures Thursdays 7:00 鈥� 8:30 pm or view the recordings. 听
TAs are required to participate in an orientation and training session at the start of the term as well as the weekly TA meetings during the term that will be scheduled in consultation with the successful applicants in December. It may not be possible to accommodate the schedule constraints of all successful applicants. A job offer will be withdrawn if a TA is not able to attend at the scheduled time. Tutorial section assignments are determined in consultation with the successful candidates in December. It is essential that TAs work collaboratively with the course instructors and fellow teaching assistants. 听
REQUIREMENTS OF POSITION: Applicants must be 黄色直播 students or recent (2 years) 黄色直播 graduates. Applicants must have experience and a background in a field related to Environment, Sustainability and Society. TAs must be comfortable with basic algebra and confident to demonstrate use of algebra to a diversity of undergraduate students. Experience with teaching, facilitation, marking and the Brightspace Learning System are assets. TAs must be reliable, energetic, and enthusiastic about the tutorial topics, proficient at writing in the English language, comfortable with use of Excel, and comfortable in facilitating the learning of undergraduate students. The College of Sustainability will request an acknowledgment of the TA position from grad supervisors by email before the start of term.
If you are interested in the above position please apply by completing the application form:
Applicants will be required to sign in with their 黄色直播 Net ID and Password to access the form, and will be asked to upload a resume and include contact information for two references. If you are interested in more than one SUST TA or Marker position please complete the application form ONCE for all positions.
Questions? Contact: College of Sustainability Program Secretary cos.secretary@dal.ca
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Teaching Assistant (90 HOURS) for SUST 1400.03, Exploring Sustainability. WINTER TERM 2023
POSTING DATE: 15 November 2022
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 28 November 2022
POSITION: Teaching Assistant (90 HOURS) for SUST 1400.03, Exploring Sustainability. WINTER TERM 2023
EMPLOYMENT PERIOD: 9 Jan. 鈥� 15 April 2023
DEPARTMENT/LOCATION: College of Sustainability, Mona Campbell Building Suite 1401.
PAY RATE: 90 hours at $28.61/hour ($2574.90 gross pay) as per CUPE Collective Agreement (pending final approval by 黄色直播 Board of Governors) 听
WORK ASSIGNMENT: The Teaching Assistant (TA) will be responsible for supporting learning for SUST 1400.03 鈥楨xploring Sustainability鈥�. This online course is a part of the undergraduate program in Environment, Sustainability and Society (ESS) within the College of Sustainability. Core courses in the ESS program draw from a number of academic disciplines on campus and take an experiential and trans-disciplinary approach to curriculum in order to understand the realities behind complex sustainability issues.
Each TA will help guide students through multiple course components. TAs will view online lecture videos and complete course readings. TAs will grade reflective papers, and a multi-stage research project, as well as provide guidance and feedback on those assignments. TAs require personal access to a computer and high-speed internet. TAs will be familiar with the Brightspace learning site. TAs will respond to student emails in a timely and professional manner and keep accurate records of grades. A mandatory training session will be held at the start of the semester, to be scheduled in consultation with successful applicants.
It is essential that TAs work collaboratively with each other and the course instructor. We are hiring one 90-hour TA and two 130-hour TAs to support SUST 1400. If you are interested in both positions but have a preference, please indicate this in the application form.
REQUIREMENTS OF POSITION: Applicants must be 黄色直播 students or recent (2 years) graduates. Applicants must have experience and a background in a field related to ESS. Experience with teaching, facilitation and marking is an asset. TAs must be highly proficient in written communication in the English language; experienced using Brightspace learning software as a part of a course teaching team; reliable, energetic, and enthusiastic about the tutorial topics; and comfortable in facilitating the learning of undergraduate students. The College of Sustainability will request an acknowledgment of the TA position from grad supervisors by email before the start of term.
If you are interested in the above position please apply by completing the application form:
Applicants will be required to sign in with their 黄色直播 Net ID and Password to access the form, and will be asked to upload a resume and include contact information for two references. If you are interested in more than one SUST TA or Marker position please complete the application form ONCE for all positions.
Questions? Contact: College of Sustainability Program Secretary cos.secretary@dal.ca
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Teaching Assistant (130 HOURS) for SUST 1400.03, Exploring Sustainability. WINTER TERM 2023
POSTING DATE: 15 November 2022
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 28 November 2022
POSITION: Teaching Assistant (130 HOURS) for SUST 1400.03, Exploring Sustainability. WINTER TERM 2023
EMPLOYMENT PERIOD: 9 Jan. 鈥� 20 April 2023
DEPARTMENT/LOCATION: College of Sustainability, Mona Campbell Building Suite 1401.
PAY RATE: 130 hours at $28.61/hour ($3719.30 gross pay) as per CUPE Collective Agreement (pending final approval by 黄色直播 Board of Governors)
WORK ASSIGNMENT: The Teaching Assistant (TA) will be responsible for supporting learning for SUST 1400.03 鈥楨xploring Sustainability鈥�. This online course is a part of the undergraduate program in Environment, Sustainability and Society (ESS) within the College of Sustainability. Core courses in the ESS program draw from a number of academic disciplines on campus and take an experiential and trans-disciplinary approach to curriculum in order to understand the realities behind complex sustainability issues.
Each TA will help guide students through multiple course components. TAs will view online lecture videos and complete course readings. TAs will grade reflective papers, a multi-stage research project, and final essay, as well as provide guidance and feedback on those assignments. TAs require personal access to a computer and high-speed internet. TAs will be familiar with the Brightspace learning site. TAs will respond to student emails in a timely and professional manner and keep accurate records of grades. A mandatory training session will be held at the start of the semester, to be scheduled in consultation with successful applicants.
It is essential that TAs work collaboratively with each other and the course instructor. We are hiring one 90-hour TA and two 130-hour TAs to support SUST 1400. If you are interested in both positions but have a preference, please indicate this in the application form.
REQUIREMENTS OF POSITION: Applicants must be 黄色直播 students or recent (2 years) graduates. Applicants must have experience and a background in a field related to ESS. Experience with teaching, facilitation and marking is an asset. TAs must be highly proficient in written communication in the English language; experienced using Brightspace learning software as a part of a course teaching team; reliable, energetic, and enthusiastic about the tutorial topics; and comfortable in facilitating the learning of undergraduate students. The College of Sustainability will request an acknowledgment of the TA position from grad supervisors by email before the start of term.
If you are interested in the above position please apply by completing the application form:
Applicants will be required to sign in with their 黄色直播 Net ID and Password to access the form, and will be asked to upload a resume and include contact information for two references. If you are interested in more than one SUST TA or Marker position please complete the application form ONCE for all positions.
Questions? Contact: College of Sustainability Program Secretary cos.secretary@dal.ca
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Teaching Assistant (Overall Coordination) for SUST 2001.06, Global Environmental Governance. WINTER TERM 2023
POSTING DATE: 15 November 2022
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 28 November 2022
POSITION: Teaching Assistant (Overall Coordination) for SUST 2001.06, Global Environmental Governance. WINTER TERM 2023听
EMPLOYMENT PERIOD: 5 Jan. 鈥� 2 May 2023
DEPARTMENT/LOCATION: College of Sustainability, Mona Campbell Building Suite 1401.
PAY RATE: 130 hours at $28.61/hour ($3719.30 gross pay) as per CUPE Collective Agreement (pending final approval by 黄色直播 Board of Governors)
WORK ASSIGNMENT: Teaching Assistant (Overall coordination) will be responsible for providing support for SUST 2001.06 鈥淕lobal Environmental Governance鈥�. Lectures, tutorials and assignments will cover an assortment of topics within the course鈥檚 primary modules on International Relations, Economic Development, International Political Economy, International Institutions, Climate Change and Financial/Carbon Markets - all as they relate to Global Governance and Sustainability. Some familiarity with these topics and approaches, or prior experience as a teaching assistant for the class, is preferred, but not required. This course ends with a simulation of an international agreement pertaining to climate change.
The Overall Coordination (OC) TA鈥痙uties include:
provide overall organizational support for the lectures and tutorials
prepare for and attend weekly in-person lectures Wednesday and Friday 1:00 鈥� 2:30 throughout the term
assist professor to coordinate the team of Tutorial-TAs, run the weekly TA meetings and prepare the tutorial activities. 听
grade quizzes, participation in the simulated negotiation, and the final exam
work cooperatively with instructor and other TAs
provide constructive feedback on graded items
be available for one-on-one meetings with students regarding graded items
be available until May 2nd (latest) to grade final exam (Exam period 13 鈥� 25 April, schedule posted Feb 1st)
Help to lead and facilitate the three-week long Negotiation (a simulated United Nations Conference of the Parties) during the mock Plenary Sessions during the last 3- 4 weeks of class
TAs must attend weekly meetings throughout the term with the course professor which will be scheduled in consultation with the successful applicants. A mandatory training session will be held at the start of the semester. 听
It is essential that TAs work collaboratively with the course instructor and fellow teaching assistants. 听
REQUIREMENTS OF POSITION: Applicants must be 黄色直播 students or recent (2 years) graduates. Applicants must have experience or background in a field related to Environment, Sustainability and Society, (preferably in an international context). Applicants must be available for the classes as described above, and must confirm this in their application. TAs must be reliable, energetic, and enthusiastic about the tutorial topics, proficient at writing in the English language, and comfortable in facilitating the learning of undergraduate students. The College of Sustainability will request鈥痑n acknowledgment of the TA position from grad supervisors by email before the start of鈥痶erm.
If you are interested in the above position please apply by completing the application form:
Applicants will be required to sign in with their 黄色直播 Net ID and Password to access the form, and will be asked to upload a resume and include contact information for two references. If you are interested in more than one SUST TA or Marker position please complete the application form ONCE for all positions.
Questions? Contact: College of Sustainability Program Secretary cos.secretary@dal.ca
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Teaching Assistant (Lecture-tech) for SUST 2001.06, Global Environmental Governance. WINTER TERM 2023
POSTING DATE: 15 November 2022
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 28 November 2022
POSITION: Teaching Assistant (Lecture-tech) for SUST 2001.06, Global Environmental Governance. WINTER TERM 2023
EMPLOYMENT PERIOD: 9 Jan. 鈥� 2 May 2023
DEPARTMENT/LOCATION: College of Sustainability, Mona Campbell Building Suite 1401.
PAY RATE: 130 hours at $28.61/hour ($3719.30 gross pay) as per CUPE Collective Agreement (pending final approval by 黄色直播 Board of Governors)
WORK ASSIGNMENT: Teaching Assistant (Lecture-tech) will be responsible for providing support for SUST 2001.06 鈥淕lobal Environmental Governance鈥�. Lectures, tutorials and assignments will cover an assortment of topics within the course鈥檚 primary modules on International Relations, Economic Development, International Political Economy, International Institutions, Climate Change and Financial/Carbon Markets - all as they relate to Global Governance and Sustainability. Some familiarity with these topics and approaches, or prior experience as a teaching assistant for the class, is preferred, but not required. This course ends with a simulation of an international agreement pertaining to climate change.
The Lecture-tech TA鈥痙uties鈥痠nclude:
provide in-class technical support for the online-hybrid delivery of the lectures and simulated negotiation
prepare for and attend weekly in-person lectures Wednesday and Friday 1:00 鈥� 2:30 throughout the term
live-stream and record the in-person lectures听
curate online student questions and discussion
process and post the recorded lectures
grade quizzes, participation in the simulated negotiation, and the final exam
work cooperatively with instructor and other TAs
provide constructive feedback on graded items
be available for one-on-one meetings with students regarding graded items
be available until May 2nd (latest) to grade final exam (Exam period 13 鈥� 25 April, schedule posted Feb 1st)
Help to lead and facilitate the three-week long Negotiation (a simulated United Nations Conference of the Parties) during the mock Plenary Sessions during the last 3- 4 weeks of class
TAs must attend weekly meetings throughout the term with the course professor which will be scheduled in consultation with the successful applicants. A mandatory training session will be held at the start of the semester. 听
It is essential that TAs work collaboratively with the course instructor and fellow teaching assistants. 听
REQUIREMENTS OF POSITION: Applicants must be 黄色直播 students or recent (2 years) graduates. Applicants must be comfortable with video鈥痳ecording鈥�(MS Teams and Zoom)鈥痑nd post-production for dissemination鈥痸ia鈥疊rightSpace. Excellent English communication skills and background related to Environment, Sustainability and Society are required to effectively moderate student questions. Applicants must be available for the classes as described above and must confirm this in their application. TAs must be reliable, energetic, and enthusiastic about the class topics, proficient at writing in the English language, and comfortable in facilitating the learning of undergraduate students. The College of Sustainability will request鈥痑n acknowledgment of the TA position from grad supervisors by email before the start of鈥痶erm.
If you are interested in the above position please apply by completing the application form:
Applicants will be required to sign in with their 黄色直播 Net ID and Password to access the form, and will be asked to upload a resume and include contact information for two references. If you are interested in more than one SUST TA or Marker position please complete the application form ONCE for all positions.
Questions? Contact: College of Sustainability Program Secretary cos.secretary@dal.ca
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Teaching Assistants (Tutorial) for SUST 2001.06, Global Environmental Governance. WINTER TERM 2023
POSTING DATE: 15 November 2022
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 28 November 2022
POSITION: Teaching Assistants (Tutorial) for SUST 2001.06, Global Environmental Governance. WINTER TERM 2023
EMPLOYMENT PERIOD: 9 Jan. 鈥� 2 May 2023
DEPARTMENT/LOCATION: College of Sustainability, Mona Campbell Building Suite 1401.
PAY RATE: 130 hours at $28.61/hour ($3719.30 gross pay) as per CUPE Collective Agreement (pending final approval by 黄色直播 Board of Governors)
WORK ASSIGNMENT: Teaching Assistants will be responsible for leading tutorials and providing support for SUST 2001.06 鈥淕lobal Environmental Governance鈥�. 听
Each TA will lead one 2-hour tutorial per week for 20 - 25 students. Tutorials will cover an assortment of topics within the course鈥檚 primary modules on International Relations, Economic Development, International Political Economy, International Institutions, Climate Change and Financial/Carbon Markets - all as they relate to Global Governance and Sustainability. Some familiarity with these topics and approaches is preferred, but not required. The tutorial section assignments will be scheduled with the successful applicants in December.
TAs will be required to prepare for tutorials, and grade student participation, tutorial assignments, as well as portions of other course assignments, including the final exam. TAs will be expected to provide constructive feedback on writing assignments, lead students in lively discussions and simulations on a variety of topics and be available for one-on-one meetings with students who request extra help.
This course ends with a simulation of an international agreement pertaining to climate change. TAs will co-lead the mock Plenary Sessions, requiring them to attend lectures on Wednesday and Friday 1:00 鈥� 2:30 during the last 4 weeks of classes (15 March - 7 April). TAs must attend weekly meetings throughout the term with the course professor which will be scheduled in consultation with the successful applicants. A mandatory training session will be held at the start of the semester. The final exam will be scheduled during the final exam period, 13 - 25 April, schedule posted Feb 1st. TAs must be available until May 2nd to assist with grading of the final exam. It is essential that TAs work collaboratively with the course instructor and fellow teaching assistants. 听
REQUIREMENTS OF POSITION: Applicants must be 黄色直播 students or recent (2 years) graduates. Applicants must have experience or background in a field related to Environment, Sustainability and Society, (preferably in an international context). Applicants must be available for the classes as described above, and must confirm this in their application. TAs must be reliable, energetic, and enthusiastic about the tutorial topics, proficient at writing in the English language, comfortable with basic algebra and use of Excel,鈥痑nd comfortable in facilitating the learning of undergraduate students. The College of Sustainability will request鈥痑n acknowledgment of the TA position from grad supervisors by email before the start of鈥痶erm.
If you are interested in the above position please apply by completing the application form:
Applicants will be required to sign in with their 黄色直播 Net ID and Password to access the form, and will be asked to upload a resume and include contact information for two references. If you are interested in more than one SUST TA or Marker position please complete the application form ONCE for all positions.
Questions? Contact: College of Sustainability Program Secretary cos.secretary@dal.ca
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Teaching Assistant for SUST 2101.03 Introductory Conflict Management for Sustainability. WINTER TERM 2023
POSTING DATE: 15 November 2022
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 28 November 2022
POSITION: Teaching Assistant for SUST 2101.03 Introductory Conflict Management for Sustainability. WINTER TERM 2023
EMPLOYMENT PERIOD: 9 Jan. 鈥� 20 April 2023
DEPARTMENT/LOCATION: College of Sustainability, Mona Campbell Building Suite 1401.
PAY RATE: 65 hours at $28.61/hour ($1859.65 gross pay) as per CUPE Collective Agreement (pending final approval by 黄色直播 Board of Governors)
WORK ASSIGNMENT: The Teaching Assistant (TA) will be responsible for supporting SUST 2101.03 鈥業ntroductory Conflict Management for Sustainability鈥�. 听
The TA will help guide students through multiple course components. The TA will help grade assignments and provide guidance and feedback. The TA will assist the course instructor with in-class activities and must be available to attend classes in-person on Wednesdays 2:35 鈥� 5:25 pm. 听
REQUIREMENTS OF POSITION: Applicants must be 黄色直播 students or recent (2 years) graduates. 听
Applicants must have experience and a background in a field related to Environment, Sustainability and Society. Successful prior completion of the course is strongly preferred. Experience with teaching, facilitation and marking is an asset. TAs must be highly proficient in written and verbal communication in the English language; experienced using Brightspace learning software; reliable, energetic, and enthusiastic about the course topics; and comfortable in facilitating the learning of undergraduate students. 听
The College of Sustainability will request an acknowledgment of the TA position from grad supervisors by email before the start of term.
If you are interested in the above position please apply by completing the application form:
Applicants will be required to sign in with their 黄色直播 Net ID and Password to access the form, and will be asked to upload a resume and include contact information for two references. If you are interested in more than one SUST TA or Marker position please complete the application form ONCE for all positions. 听
Questions? Contact: College of Sustainability Program Secretary cos.secretary@dal.ca
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Marker for SUST 3101.03 / ENVI 5101.03, Food Systems and Sustainability, WINTER TERM 2023
POSTING DATE: 15 November 2022
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 28 November 2022
POSITION: Marker for SUST 3101.03 / ENVI 5101.03, Food Systems and Sustainability, WINTER TERM 2023
EMPLOYMENT PERIOD: 9 Jan. 鈥� 2 May 2023
DEPARTMENT/LOCATION: College of Sustainability, 1401 Mona Campbell
PAY RATE: $23.52/hour as per CUPE Collective Agreement (pending final approval by 黄色直播 Board of Governors)
WORK ASSIGNMENT: The course covers the biophysical demands of feeding humanity and the known global-scale impacts. The complexities and trade-offs of major food systems are evaluated via tools such as life cycle assessment and dietary scenario analyses. Strategies to effect change are explored, including alternative production methods, shifting diets, and more. Particular focus is given to improving students鈥� ability to interpret visual materials (figures, graphs). Familiarity with these topics and approaches is preferred.
The Marker will help grade assignments and quizzes, enter grades in Brightspace, and provide feedback to students on their work. The Marker will also help grade the final exam which will be scheduled during the final exam period (April 13 - 25). The Final Exam schedule will be posted Feb. 1st. Marker must be available for intensive grading until May 2nd. Marker and course instructors will meet as needed during the term. It is essential that the Marker works collaboratively with the course instructors.
Payment is hourly as per CUPE Collective Agreement. It is anticipated that completion of the duties will require about 90 hours. 听
REQUIREMENTS OF POSITION: Applicants must be 黄色直播 Graduate Students or recent (2 years) graduates. Preference will be given to applicants who have previously completed the course. Applicants must have suitable background for the position as described above, and must be proficient at writing in English. Experience with marking is an asset. The College of Sustainability will request an acknowledgment of the Marker position from grad supervisors by email before the start of term.
If you are interested in the above position please apply by completing the application form:
Applicants will be required to sign in with their 黄色直播 Net ID and Password to access the form, and will be asked to upload a resume and include contact information for two references. If you are interested in more than one SUST TA or Marker position please complete the application form ONCE for all positions.
Questions? Contact: College of Sustainability Program Secretary cos.secretary@dal.ca
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Marker for SUST 3102.03, Coastal Change and Adaptation, WINTER TERM 2023
POSTING DATE: 15 November 2022
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 28 November 2022
POSITION: Marker for SUST 3102.03, Coastal Change and Adaptation, WINTER TERM 2023
EMPLOYMENT PERIOD: 9 Jan. - 30 April 2023
DEPARTMENT/LOCATION: College of Sustainability, 1401 Mona Campbell
PAY RATE: $23.52/hour as per CUPE Collective Agreement (pending final approval by 黄色直播 Board of Governors)
WORK ASSIGNMENT: The Marker will help grade quizzes, assignments and the take-home final exam. 听
The course will cover:
Humans and our relation to the sea
Threats to Northern communities
Impacts of sea level rise on Nova Scotian and coastal communities worldwide
Alteration of freshwater discharge and sediment transport due to human interference with rivers (dams), agricultural practices, land use and its effects on coastal areas/communities
Urbanization; the growth of mega cities in coastal areas
Loss of coastal habitats
Effects of changes (toxins, salinity, sediment load, climate, manmade substances) on humans, society, ecosystems
Introduction of exotic species听
Overfishing, the loss of fisheries, and its impacts on Nova Scotia communities听
Eutrophication/Dead Zones/Upstream management听
Stormwater management in Halifax听
Challenges and strategies for coastal-realm conservation, management, & governance
Familiarity with these topics and approaches is required. 听
Payment is hourly as per CUPE Collective Agreement. It is anticipated that this position will take up to 50 hours.听
It is essential that the Marker work collaboratively with the course instructor. 听
REQUIREMENTS OF POSITION: Applicants must be 黄色直播 students or recent (2 years) graduates. Applicants must have suitable background for the position as described above, and must be proficient at writing in English. Experience with teaching and marking is an asset. The College of Sustainability will request an acknowledgment of the Marker position from grad supervisors by email before the start of term.
If you are interested in the above position please apply by completing the application form:
Applicants will be required to sign in with their 黄色直播 Net ID and Password to access the form, and will be asked to upload a resume and include contact information for two references. If you are interested in more than one SUST TA or Marker position please complete the application form ONCE for all positions.
Questions? Contact: College of Sustainability Program Secretary cos.secretary@dal.ca
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Marker for SUST 3106.03 / GEOG 3106.03 / ENVI 5106.03, The Canadian North: Environmental Change and Challenges. Winter Term 2023
POSTING DATE: 15 November 2022
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 28 November 2022
POSITION:鈥疢arker for SUST 3106.03 / GEOG 3106.03 / ENVI 5106.03, The Canadian North: Environmental Change and Challenges. Winter Term 2023
EMPLOYMENT PERIOD: 9 Jan. 鈥� 2 May 2023
DEPARTMENT/LOCATION: College of Sustainability, Mona Campbell Building Suite 1401.
PAY RATE: $23.52/hour as per CUPE Collective Agreement (pending final approval by 黄色直播 Board of Governors)
WORK ASSIGNMENT: The Marker will provide support for SUST/GEOG 3106.03 / ENVI 5106.03 'The Canadian North: Environmental Change and Challenges'. These courses are offered together with a combination of undergraduate and graduate students. This course covers a wide range of topics pertaining to Canada鈥檚 northern territories and provincial northern regions. Topics will include biogeography, quaternary environmental change, human migrations, northern development, resource management, Indigenous knowledge systems, Inuit self-governance, and policy and regulatory frameworks.
The Marker will grade portions of assignments, quizzes and the midterm and final exams. Payment is hourly as per CUPE Collective Agreement, but it is鈥痑nticipated that this position will鈥痶ake鈥痷p to鈥�50鈥痟ours.鈥疶he final exam will be scheduled during the Final Exam Period,鈥�13 - 25鈥疉pril. Marker must be available for intensive marking until鈥疢ay 2nd.鈥疐inal exam鈥痵chedule will be posted February 1st.鈥��
The Marker must keep accurate records of grades and work collaboratively with the course instructor.
REQUIREMENTS OF POSITION: Applicants must be 黄色直播 graduate students or recent (2 years) 黄色直播 graduates. Applicants must have experience and a background in a field related to Ecology, Arctic environments, Biogeography, or Environmental and Resource Studies. Applicants must be highly proficient in written communication in the English language; experienced using Brightspace learning software as a part of a course teaching team; reliable, energetic, and enthusiastic about the course topics; and comfortable in facilitating the learning of undergraduate and graduate students. Completion of this course as a student and experience with teaching, facilitation and marking are assets. The College of Sustainability will request an acknowledgment of the Marker position from grad supervisor (if applicable) by email before the start of term.
If you are interested in the above position please apply by completing the application form:
Applicants will be required to sign in with their 黄色直播 Net ID and Password to access the form, and will be asked to upload a resume and include contact information for two references. If you are interested in more than one SUST TA or Marker position please complete the application form ONCE for all positions.
Questions? Contact: College of Sustainability Program Secretary cos.secretary@dal.ca
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Teaching Assistant for SUST 3107.03, Communicating Sustainability: Media and Messaging. WINTER TERM 2023
POSTING DATE: 15 November 2022
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 28 November 2022
POSITION: Teaching Assistant for SUST 3107.03, Communicating Sustainability: Media and Messaging. WINTER TERM 2023
EMPLOYMENT PERIOD: 9 Jan. 鈥� 20 April 2023
DEPARTMENT/LOCATION: College of Sustainability, Mona Campbell Building Suite 1401.
PAY RATE: 65 hours at $28.61/hour ($1859.65 gross pay) as per CUPE Collective Agreement (pending final approval by 黄色直播 Board of Governors)
WORK ASSIGNMENT: The Teaching Assistant (TA) will be responsible for supporting SUST 3107.03 鈥楥ommunicating Sustainability: Media and Messaging鈥�. 听
The TA will help guide students through multiple course components. The TA will grade assignments/quizzes/other as well as provide guidance and feedback on those assignments. TAs require personal access to a computer and high-speed internet. TAs will help coordinate the Brightspace learning site. TAs will respond to student emails in a timely and professional manner and keep accurate records of grades. 听
REQUIREMENTS OF POSITION: Applicants must be 黄色直播 students or recent (2 years) graduates. 听
Applicants must have experience and a background in a field related to Environment, Sustainability and Society. Applicants must have experience with communications, media, etc. Experience with teaching, facilitation and marking is an asset. TAs must be highly proficient in written communication in the English language; experienced using Brightspace learning software; reliable, energetic, and enthusiastic about the course topics; and comfortable in facilitating the learning of undergraduate students. 听
The College of Sustainability will request an acknowledgment of the TA position from grad supervisors by email before the start of term.
If you are interested in the above position please apply by completing the application form:
Applicants will be required to sign in with their 黄色直播 Net ID and Password to access the form, and will be asked to upload a resume and include contact information for two references. If you are interested in more than one SUST TA or Marker position please complete the application form ONCE for all positions. 听
Questions? Contact: College of Sustainability Program Secretary cos.secretary@dal.ca
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