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Employment Opportunity: Teaching Assistant HSTC1801 in The History of Science and Technology Programme (HOST) – Winter 2017                    

The History of Science and Technology Programme at the University of King’s College invites applications for a number of Teaching Assistant positions for HSTC 1801 Technology and Engineering: from the Industrial Age to the Cybernetic Age for the Winter 2017 term. This course offers a unique historical overview of the development of technology and engineering, with special attention on the ethical and legal issues that have marked the professionalization of engineering in Canada.

Duties:

-          Attending lecture (Mondays/Wednesdays 9:35-10:25 a.m. OR 10:35-11:25 a.m.)

-          Preparing and conducting tutorials (1 hr/wk; 10-11 tutorials during the semester)

-          Holding office hours (1 hr/wk for each tutorial group) and ensuring an online presence to assist students with assignments.

-          Proctoring (must be available during the final exam period).

-          Grading assignments and exams

-          Attend the weekly teaching staff meeting (up to 1 hr/wk)

The TAs for this course must be prepared to consult on a regular basis with the instructor regarding the approach taken in teaching, grading and other expectations.

The successful candidate will be responsible for all aspects of teaching and administering the class (including advertising, office hours, etc.). Time will be required for pre-course preparation, and afterwards for marking and administration duties. Course outlines have been established, but can be modified. Course descriptions can be found in the College’s academic calendar:

Qualifications and Experience:

Candidates may come from various fields (this is a widely interdisciplinary programme) but should have at least an undergraduate degree. Candidates with a strong interest in the history of technology and/or experience with writing-intensive courses or ESL students are especially encouraged to apply. The University of King's College is an equal opportunity employer.

Pay Rate: $23.05/hour - TA 130 (position is conditional on the course’s final enrollment numbers)

Please send (by hardcopy or electronically) an application letter and CV (including a statement concerning your teaching experience) no later than Thursday, December 01, 2016 to:

Dr. Melanie Frappier
History of Science and Technology Programme
Email: melanie.frappier@ukings.ca
Mail: 6350 Coburg Road, Halifax NS B3H 2A1
Phone: 902-422-1271 ext. 181

Questions regarding the position can be emailed to Dr. Frappier. For more information about the HOST programme and its courses, visit

The University of King’s College is an Employment Equity/Affirmative Action Employer. We encourage and welcome those who would contribute to the diversification of our staff and faculty including, but not limited to women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, visual minorities and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents will be given priority. More information can be found at