Graduate Student Laboratory Assistant (Up to 3 Positions) - School of Mathematical and Computational Sciences - Faculty of Science

Competition Number:
125S24
Position Type:
Student Position
Closing Date:
Date of Posting:
Department:
School of Mathematical and Computational Sciences - Faculty of Science
Position:
Graduate Student Laboratory Assistant (Up to 3 Positions)
Contract:
Hours of Work:
ASAP to December 23, 2024
Salary:

$27.00 per hour, plus 4% vacation pay, as per PSAC Local 86000

Term:

ASAP to December 23, 2024

The School of Mathematical and Computational Sciences at the University of Prince Edward Island seeks to hire Graduate Lab Assistants (maximum of 3 hours/week) for STAT-1910 Labs during the fall 2024 Semester.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Assisting in laboratories, and marking exams and assignments
  • Acting as a general resource person for students during the lab
  • Collaborating with the lab instructor to ensure labs are conducted accordingly
  • The successful applicants will be required to participate on a weekly basis for the duration of the fall semester

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Must be enrolled in a Graduate Program at UPEI
  • Preference will be given to those enrolled in a program in the School of Mathematical & Computational Sciences
  • Must have an acceptable academic record
  • Previous experience as a laboratory/tutorial assistant is an asset

This position is covered by a Collective Agreement between the Public Service Alliance of Canada and the University of Prince Edward Island. Priority will be given to University of Prince Edward Island students.

Application Instructions:

Please submit electronically an application form, a cover letter, quoting the competition number, and a resume to be received no later than the closing date via the link posted on the UPEI Human Resources website (www.upei.ca/hr/). Applications will not be accepted via email.

If you are unable to apply online, you can drop off your resume to the Human Resources Department, Kelley Building, University of Prince Edward Island, 550 University Avenue, Charlottetown, PEI C1A 4P3, Fax Number (902) 894-2895.

UPEI is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and reconciliation and believes in providing a positive learning and working environment where every person feels empowered to contribute. UPEI is committed to the principle of equity in employment and encourages applications from underrepresented groups including women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. If you require accommodation in any part of the process, please direct your inquiries, in confidence, to our HR Officer, hrofficer@upei.ca.

Only those applicants who are invited to an interview will be acknowledged.

UPEI encourages all qualified applicants to apply for job openings; however, in keeping with the terms and provisions of the university’s various employment and collective agreements, first priority will be given to internal candidates.