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The Faculty of Health Sciences is re-posting the following TA positions for the Spring Semester 2026. The posting closes on December 11, 2025, at 11:55 PM.

Course Details:

HSCI 424 D100 (BBY) – Strategic Applications of GIS in Health  

  • Instructor: Dr. Ryan Allen
  • Lecture: Tu 12:30 PM-2:20 PM and Th 12:30 PM-2:20 PM

Course Specific Information:

HSCI 424 studies the relation of health problems to the distribution of markers of exposure, susceptibility, and health impact, and resulting risk management strategies for intervention, mitigation, and disease prevention. The TA should have extensive experience with ArcGIS and knowledge of spatial data sources at SFU and beyond. 

 

HSCI 842 G100 (BBY) – Indigenous Health in Canada

  • Instructor: Olivia Maracle
  • Lecture: Th 2:30 PM-5:20 PM

Course Specific Information:

HSCI 842 requires an understanding of Indigenous communities living in Canada, including the differences between western and Indigenous definitions of health and wellness, and the inter-generational effects of colonization that continue to impact Indigenous communities. Applicants should also demonstrate openness to other ways of knowing, sharing, and learning that includes notes of creativity and presentation innovation. This course priorities Indigenous community guided research, so an interest in Indigenous-led initiatives to restore wellness is vital. 

 

The number of Base Units (BU) will depend on the course enrolment. The BU range is 3.17 – 4.17.

For the TA Pay Rates please visit TA Wage Schedules

Salary and conditions are determined by the TSSU Collective Bargaining Agreement

 

First day of classes is January 5, 2026, and last day of exams is April 25, 2026.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. SFU is an equity employer and strongly encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, Indigenous Peoples, visible minorities, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of the university.

We are committed to ensuring that the application and interview process is accessible to all applicants. If you require any assistance or accommodations, please contact robyn_bailey@sfu.ca

Many departments include a wide range of specializations and, in order to be appointed, a person must have sufficient knowledge of the course to interpret the course material. Qualifications for the TA positions in HSCI courses include experience with course subject matter obtained either via successful coursework completed in the area or direct practical experience. Course subject matter can be found described in the SFU calendar: https://www.sfu.ca/students/calendar/2026/spring.html

 

Qualified TAs will also have demonstrated proficiency in English communication skills, both oral and written.

Applicants will not be considered for a position in a course in which they are currently enrolled.

Please note: Applicants have the option of ranking specific course as preferred. Instructors will first review applications that have ranked their course as preferred; in the event that no job offer is made based on applicant preferences, instructors will then begin to review applications that have not ranked their course.

 

To apply visit https://tracs-public.fhs.sfu.ca/8ApD4Pgfq2vd5gFN/index.php/ta_application

As part of the online application process, you will be required to upload your cover letter/CV, transcript, and study/work permit (if applicable) as PDF documents. Please have these documents ready before starting the application process. Once your application has been finalized you will be notified by email to confirm that we have received it.

 

IMPORTANT! If you have already submitted your TA/TM application for the Spring Semester 2026, your application will be considered for the re-post, and you do NOT need to apply again.

 

The application deadline is December 11, 2025, at 11:55 PM.

Successful applicants will be notified by email. Because of short timelines, only successful applicants will be contacted.

 

 

 

 

Hiring Priorities

To view the Teaching Assistant Hiring Priorities for the Faculty of Health Sciences, please click here.

 

Equity 

The University is committed to the principle of equity in employment. (See Policy GP 19.)

 

Privacy

The information submitted with your application is collected under the authority of the University Act (R.S.B.C. 1996, c.468, s. 27(4)(a)), applicable federal and provincial employment regulations and requirements, the University's non-academic employment policies and applicable collective agreements.

The information is related directly to and needed by the University to initiate the employment application process. The information will be used to contact references supplied by you, evaluate your qualifications and complete the employment process by making a hiring decision.
If you have any questions about the collection and use of this information please contact the People, Equity and Inclusion Office, Simon Fraser University, Burnaby, BC V5A 1S6.

 

New TA appointments

If you are a newly appointed/returning TA please view the relevant information (e.g. workload) as well as the forms you will need to fill in here.