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About this Job

We are seeking a dynamic Teaching and Marking Assistant to join our School of Nursing team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the academic success and learning experience of nursing students. The successful candidate will work closely with faculty and students, supporting classroom instruction, grading, and other academic activities in alignment with the university’s educational goals.

Job Responsibilities:

oCollaborate with faculty and students to discuss grades, course content, and other academic

matters.

oAssist in the evaluation of student work following criteria set by the supervising faculty.

oProvide academic support through tutoring and teaching nursing skills in classroom or lab environments.

oParticipate in course marking activities, including grading quizzes, assignments, tests, and exams.

oEnsure a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment for all members of the university community.

Employment Opportunity

oSupport the achievement of educational goals through effective communication with faculty and staff.

Qualifications:

oEducational Background:

-A degree in nursing or a related field is preferred. o Skills & Experience:

- Experience or knowledge of pedagogy, including course preparation, teaching strategies, and evaluation methods.

- Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant at the post-secondary level is preferred. - Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills (both written and oral). - Familiarity with health and safety practices in educational or clinical settings.

- Training in English as a Second Language (ESL) is an asset.

Working Conditions

●Office hours are 8:30-4:30 with occasional evening events

●Office environment.

Note:

oFull-time graduate students may not engage in university employment exceeding 10 hours per week or 130 hours per semester (as per OCGS regulations).

oHolding both a Teaching Assistant and Faculty Appointment simultaneously is not permitted.

oEmployment is contingent on budgetary approval and adequate enrolment levels.

What do We Offer?

This position offers a competitive remuneration package including salary, comprehensive benefits package, life insurance, pension plan, and tuition waiver.

Lakehead University has a commitment to supporting employees and providing opportunities for flexible and diverse work arrangements. We are proud to share the Alternate Work Arrangement Guideline as a step to creating innovative schedules that work for our employees to promote a quality work-life balance. Please inquire with the hiring manager if this position is eligible for an Alternate Work Arrangement.

How to Apply

Interested applicants may apply by clicking on this link to this Google Form and attaching your cover letter and resume in word or PDF format.

Employment Opportunity

If you are experiencing any issues with the Google Form, please email humanres@lakeheadu.ca for assistance.

We appreciate your interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be notified. Lakehead University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals including women, racialized persons, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities and other equity-seeking groups. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. This is in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements.

Lakehead University is committed to supporting an accessible environment. Applicants requiring accommodation during the interview process should contact the Office of Human Resources at (807) 343.8334 or human.resources@lakeheadu.ca to make appropriate arrangements