Student Laboratory Assistant - Department of Chemistry - Faculty of Science

Competition Number:
81S24
Position Type:
Student Position
Closing Date:
Date of Posting:
Department:
Department of Chemistry - Faculty of Science
Position:
Student Laboratory Assistant
Contract:
Hours of Work:
Up to 30 hours per week 
Salary:

$15.40 per hour, plus 4% vacation pay

Term:

ASAP to August 30, 2024

Reporting to Dr. Marissa Clapson, the Department of Chemistry is seeking a Student Laboratory Assistant. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Assist in the development of undergraduate laboratory activities for Inorganic I (Chem 2720)
  • Perform proposed undergraduate experiments
  • Propose adjustments to the laboratory experiments where appropriate
  • Assist in the development and updating of laboratory manual, marking schemes and rubrics, and example laboratory reports
  • Assist in assuring alignment between laboratory and lecture content
  • Development of similar materials will be started for Inorganic II (Chem3740)
  • Other duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Successful completion of Inorganic I (Chem 2720) or equivalent. The laboratory component of the course must have been completed in-person
  • Successful completion of Inorganic II (Chem 3740) will be considered an asset.
  • Completed WHMIS and a thorough understanding of chemical safety with the ability to readily search and understand chemical SDS
  • Previous experience as a TA, lab coordinator, or educational assistant will be considered an asset

Application Instructions:

Please submit electronically a cover letter, quoting the competition number, a resume and reference list to be received no later than the closing date via the link below.

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