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CHEMISTRY POSTINGS

These postings are updated by SFU's departments. Applicants should make sure that they can meet the departments' requirements and application deadlines. Please apply directly to the department where the job posting is located.

Sessional Instructors

None

SFU’s Commitment to Diversity

Simon Fraser University respectfully acknowledges the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish), səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), q̓íc̓əy̓ (Katzie), kʷikʷəƛ̓əm (Kwikwetlem), Qayqayt, Kwantlen, Semiahmoo, and Tsawwassen peoples on whose unceded traditional territories our three campuses reside.

Simon Fraser University is an institution whose strength is based on our shared commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. Diversity is an underlying principle of our Strategic Vision, which pledges SFU to “foster a culture of inclusion and mutual respect, celebrating the diversity reflected among its students, faculty, staff, and our community.” SFU is committed to ensuring no individual is denied access to employment opportunities for reasons unrelated to ability or qualifications. Consistent with this principle, SFU will advance the interests of underrepresented members of the work force, including Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, racialized persons and women; embrace gender and sexual diversity; ensure that equal opportunity is afforded to all who seek employment at the University; and treat all employees equitably. Candidates that belong to underrepresented groups are particularly encouraged to apply.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

Privacy Notice

Personal information that forms part of an application is collected under the general authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, applicable University Policies, and the SFUFA/SFU Collective Agreement. For further details, see the full Collection Notice.

The requested information is related directly to and needed by the University to initiate an employment application process. The information submitted will be used to contact references supplied by you, evaluate your qualifications, and complete the employment process by making a hiring decision.

 

 

Teaching Assistants/Tutor-Markers

Summer 2025 (1254) TEACHING ASSISTANT (TA) POSITIONS

The Department of Chemistry 1254 applications are closed.

Late applicants may contact Amber Herbert chemmgr@sfu.ca after the application deadline. Should positions still be available, late applications will be considered after those submitted by the deadline.

All interested applicants are encouraged to apply; number of base units already received does not affect eligibility criteria. 

Summer 2025 course delivery: All appointments will require face-to-face instruction. If you have concerns about the safety measures in place for face-to-face instruction, please review Safety and Risk Services Work & Research Safety.

Applicants are expected to be available for the term of the contract: 7th May 2025 to 26th August 2025

·         You must discuss any planned absences with the course instructor in advance, who will determine if an exception is possible.

·         If you are taking courses or have other restrictions on your time, please be sure to contact the course instructor before applying to ensure you understand the requirements of the TAship and are available when the job requires.

·         TAs and TMs must be available to invigilate exams and TMs must be able to collect exams and course work for marking, and return (once marked).

·         In addition, applicants should provide details of any merit based scholarships or merit based fellowships for which they are expecting to receive in the upcoming term.

·         All successful applicants must demonstrate completion of the required safety training prior to the start of the course. Safety training requirements for each course are listed here. Retraining is not required if certification is still valid.
https://www.sfu.ca/science/covid-policies/safety/safety-training.html

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only successful applicants will be contacted.

All classes are held at the Burnaby campus unless otherwise indicated.

Qualifications for TA/TM positions in the Department of Chemistry

The Department of Chemistry includes a wide range of specializations and, in order to be appointed, a person must have sufficient knowledge in the discipline of the course to interpret the course material, as demonstrated by either having above average performance in an equivalent or related course from an undergraduate or graduate degree, or through graduate-level research in the subject area.

Teaching Assistant Hiring Priorities

Priority for appointment/reappointment as a Teaching Assistant is in accordance with Article XIII of the Collective Agreement with the Teaching Support Staff union (TSSU).

In allocating Teaching Assistants, the department will also take into consideration the following:

  • Suitability for particular courses (e.g. discipline of prior degree(s), publications, experience)
  • Requests for a position in a specific course or at a preferred campus
  • Number of base units already received to ensure sufficient teaching-related experience in his/her field of study
  • Employment evaluations
  • Instructor requests

If an assignment within a priority group requires a selection between applicants, the graduate student without financial support from merit based scholarships or merit based fellowships during the semester of appointment with a value equal to at least a 5.17 appointment, will have priority for the appointment.

Teaching Assistant Salary Range

Contact Hours 1 2 3 4 5 6
GTA 1 Salary 2,696 3,938 5,180  6,422 7,664 8,906
BU Paid 2.17 3.17 4.17 5.17 6.17 7.17
Scholarship 380 570 760 950 1,140 1,330
BU Scholarship 2 3 4 5 6 7
Total 3,076 4,508 5,940 7,372 8,804 10,236
Contact Hours 1 2 3 4 5 6
GTA 2 Salary 2,696 3,938 5,180 6,422 7,664 8,906
BU Paid 2.17 3.17 4.17 5.17 6.17 7.17
Scholarship 840 1,260 1,680 2,100 2,520 2,940
BU Scholarship 2 3 4 5 6 7
Total 3,536 5,198 6,860 8,522 10,184 11,846
Contact Hours 1 2 3 4 5 6
UTA/ETA Salary 2,696 3,938 5,180 6,422 7,664 8,906
BU Paid 2.17 3.17 4.17 5.17 6.17 7.17
Scholarship 0 0 0 0 0 0
BU Scholarship 0 0 0 0 0 0
Total 2,696 3,938 5,180 6,422 7,664 8,906

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

For more information please contact:

Amber Herbert. Manager, Academic & Administrative Services
SFU Chemistry Department
778.782.3531
chemmgr@sfu.ca

Dr. Charles Walsby, Associate Professor and Chair
SFU Chemistry Department
778.782.4884
chemchr@sfu.ca

Resources for TAs/ Sessionals

The following links will help you get your medical coverage and other benefits, as well as help you learn how to become a better teacher.

 

Policies

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. Applicant information may also be disclosed to the Teaching Support Staff Union in accordance with Article XIII F.3.1.b of the Collective Agreement.

If you have any questions about the collection, use and disclosure of this information please contact the Associate VP, Human Resources, Simon Fraser University, Burnaby, BC V5A 1S6. Telephone 778-782-3237.

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