Employment Opportunities
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Departmental Positions
Faculty, Instructor, Teaching Assistant, Maker/Demonstrator Postings 鈥� Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences:
Teaching Assistant, ENVS 3100: Environmental Analytics (Winter 2025)
TEACHING ASSISTANT POSTING
DALHOUSIE UNIVERSITY
Halifax, NS B3H 3E2
Position: 1 x 65-hr TEACHING ASSISTANT position for ENVS 3100: Environmental Analytics (Winter Term 2025)
Department/Location: Earth and Environmental Sciences, Faculty of Science
Posting Date: October 21, 2024
Application Deadline: November 12, 2024
Rate of Pay: According to the CUPE Agreement
Description: ENVS3100 takes a hands-on approach to data analysis in support of environmental problem solving. Methodological approaches include the use of geographic information systems (ArcGIS Pro), statistical coding and data visualization (R and MS Excel), and development of scientific communication skills.
The responsibilities of the TA are to:
鈥� Assist with demonstrating tools and techniques to the class in-person
鈥� Provide ongoing support for students
鈥� Mark assignments and provide feedback in collaboration with the course instructor
鈥� Assist with updating assignments, sourcing datasets, and setting up Brightspace components as required
鈥� Mark assignments, quizzes, and presentations in collaboration with the course instructor
Requirements: The position requires availability during lab sessions which occur on Fridays at 10:00 am 鈥� 11:30 am AT during the winter term. The successful candidate will have a minimum BSc with strong experience using GIS (ArcGIS Map or Pro) and applying geospatial tools, familiarity with coding in the R language, and strong numeracy skills. The ability to communicate effectively, support students, and provide constructive feedback are important assets for this role.
All offers of employment are conditional upon sufficient student enrolment in the course and approval by the University.
Non-student, TA assignments are limited to no more than six hundred and fifty hours per term. For clarity, this means TAs cannot work in excess of five (5) TA130 contracts.
If a TA has accepted six hundred and fifty contract hours in a term, they are not able to accept any additional TA, marker or demonstrator hours.
Applications must include a cover letter stating their experience with any/all of the above topics and a current resum茅 or curriculum vitae.
To apply for the position please email:
Dr. Caroline Franklin
Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences
AV俱乐部
Caroline.Franklin@dal.ca
AV俱乐部 is committed to fostering a collegial culture grounded in diversity and inclusiveness. The university encourages applications from Aboriginal people, persons with a disability, racially visible persons, women, persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. For more information, please visit .
Teaching Assistants, ENVS/SUST 3502: Environmental Problem Solving II/Campus as a Living Lab (Winter 2025)
TEACHING ASSISTANT POSTING
DALHOUSIE UNIVERSITY
Halifax, NS B3H 3E2
Position:鈥疶eaching Assistants (3) for ENVS/SUST 3502: Environmental Problem Solving II/Campus as a Living Lab (Winter Term 2025)
Department/Location: Earth and Environmental Sciences, Faculty of Science
Posting Date: October 21, 2024
Application Deadline: November 12, 2024
Rate of Pay: For 90 hours as per CUPE Collective Agreement
Job Description: The Teaching Assistants (TAs) will be responsible for assisting the Instructor with ENVS/SUST 3502 Environmental Problem Solving II/Campus as a Living Laboratory. In this course, students form groups and identify campus focused sustainability-related research topics to complete during the term, culminating in a final research report and presentation. Primary duties of the TAs include attending weekly classes, meeting with assigned student groups to support research project development and completion, marking student assessments, and meeting regularly with the instructional team to align grading and discuss student progress.
Qualifications/Experience: Successful applicants should be a graduate or professional student at AV俱乐部 and possess a background in environmental science, environmental studies, and/or sustainability. Senior undergraduate students may be considered. The TAs must be reliable, energetic, and committed to supporting student research projects centered around campus sustainability. A scholarly background with quantitative and/or qualitative methods and independent research experience is necessary. In-person class attendance on Mondays and Wednesdays at 16:05 鈥� 17:25 during the Winter 2025 term (Jan-April) is required as well as availability for meetings with the instructional team.
To apply, please email your cover letter and r茅sum茅/CV to Dr. Caroline Franklin (Caroline.Franklin@dal.ca).
All offers of employment are conditional upon sufficient student enrolment in the class and approval by the University.
Non-student, TA assignments are limited to no more than six hundred and fifty hours per term. For clarity, this means TAs cannot work in excess of five (5) TA130 contracts.
If a TA has accepted six hundred and fifty contract hours in a term, they are not able to accept any additional TA, marker or demonstrator hours.
AV俱乐部 is committed to fostering a collegial culture grounded in diversity and inclusiveness. The university encourages applications from Aboriginal people, persons with a disability, racially visible persons, women, persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. For more information, please visit .
Bissett Student Success Centre
Bissett Student Success Centre is here to assist you in finding jobs and developing your career. They provide drop-in peer advising for all of your career needs, whether it be, resume development, interviewing, networking or anything else career related. They also provide online services and resources, and have many ways to help you develop your skills and career potential.
myCareer
is a tool for AV俱乐部 students to find jobs/volunteering positions by organizations looking to hire Dal Students. MyCareer also gives you the opportunity to register for workshops, career fairs, and recruitment events.
CEN launches eco jobs, events and volunteering web service
The Canadian Environmental Network (RCEN) is excited to announce the launch of three new services, in partnership with Planetfriendly and GoodWork
Canada:
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Along with news and information from the environmental NGO sector, the RCEN website now features these dynamic, user-driven resources to help connect Canadians of all backgrounds with rewarding opportunities.
Getting Involved Just Got Easier
* Find the most relevant, up-to-date environmental events and opportunities;
* Post your events and opportunities where they'll be seen by Canada's environmental community, non-profit groups and green businesses of all sizes.
To post an event or opportunity, just use the . RCEN member organisations receive a 10% discount when posting job opportunities.
An invitation from GoodWork
GoodWork is Canada's gateway to employment and involvement in environment, conservation and sustainability. This is your invitation to be a part of Canada's growing eco-community 鈥� or to tap into the diversity of skills and experience the community has to offer.
Individuals: View employment, internship and volunteer listings from across Canada, or subscribe to our national or regional lists by visiting the .
Organizations & green initiatives: Through GoodWork you can reach 5,000 green-minded Canadians from all walks of life. Posting with GoodWork also increases awareness of your organization and its work -- and can bring
in new members, participants and collaborators.
To learn more, see or contact us for more information.
Federal Student Work Experience Program (FSWEP)
Don't miss your opportunity to gain valuable work experience with a number of federal organizations.
is the primary vehicle through which federal organizations recruit students. This program, established in 1990, provides some 9,000 students a year with temporary jobs in different federal organizations.
The prime objective of FSWEP is to provide full-time students with work experience related to their Field of Study and to provide them with learning opportunities.
Volunteer Opportunities
No positions at this time.