Graduate Program Assistant
About the role
Union/Affiliation:
C.U.P.E. Local 3338
Pay range:
1895.64 - 2145.78 Bi-Weekly
SFU Department Descr:
Physics
Position Grade:
6
of openings:
1
Biweekly Hours:
70
Who We Are
Simon Fraser University is a leading research university, advancing an inclusive and sustainable future. Our purpose – the essence of SFU – is to create and connect knowledge, learning and community for deeper understanding and meaningful impact. We are committed to fostering excellence, innovation, belonging and community in all that we do.
The Department of Physics is a hub for exciting research in areas like Quantum Matter and Materials, Quantum Information, Biophysics, Particle Physics and Cosmology. We are all about creating an inclusive, supportive environment where every student can thrive. Our graduate programs provide close collaboration with leading researchers and access to world-class facilities, preparing students to contribute to major international projects and advance their own ideas. With a strong focus on mentorship, innovation, and interdisciplinary work, graduate students are an integral part of the department’s research community.
About the Role
The Graduate Program Assistant (GPA) provides comprehensive administrative and clerical support for the Physics graduate programs. Acting as the first point of contact, the GPA responds to inquiries regarding admissions, course registration, program requirements, thesis defences, and graduate funding. The role involves maintaining accurate student and program records, preparing correspondence and reports, coordinating departmental events and meetings, and updating promotional materials and web content. This position plays a key role in ensuring smooth day-to-day operations of the graduate program, maintaining compliance with university policies, and fostering a supportive environment for students and faculty.
Full
About Simon Fraser University
As Canada’s engaged university, SFU works with communities, organizations and partners to create, share and embrace knowledge that improves life and generates real change. We deliver a world-class education with lifelong value that shapes change-makers, visionaries and problem-solvers. We connect research and innovation to entrepreneurship and industry to deliver sustainable, relevant solutions to today’s problems. With campuses in British Columbia’s three largest cities – Vancouver, Burnaby and Surrey – SFU has eight faculties that deliver 193 undergraduate degree programs and 127 graduate degree programs to more than 35,000 students. The university now boasts more than 160,000 alumni residing in 143 countries.
Graduate Program Assistant
About the role
Union/Affiliation:
C.U.P.E. Local 3338
Pay range:
1895.64 - 2145.78 Bi-Weekly
SFU Department Descr:
Physics
Position Grade:
6
of openings:
1
Biweekly Hours:
70
Who We Are
Simon Fraser University is a leading research university, advancing an inclusive and sustainable future. Our purpose – the essence of SFU – is to create and connect knowledge, learning and community for deeper understanding and meaningful impact. We are committed to fostering excellence, innovation, belonging and community in all that we do.
The Department of Physics is a hub for exciting research in areas like Quantum Matter and Materials, Quantum Information, Biophysics, Particle Physics and Cosmology. We are all about creating an inclusive, supportive environment where every student can thrive. Our graduate programs provide close collaboration with leading researchers and access to world-class facilities, preparing students to contribute to major international projects and advance their own ideas. With a strong focus on mentorship, innovation, and interdisciplinary work, graduate students are an integral part of the department’s research community.
About the Role
The Graduate Program Assistant (GPA) provides comprehensive administrative and clerical support for the Physics graduate programs. Acting as the first point of contact, the GPA responds to inquiries regarding admissions, course registration, program requirements, thesis defences, and graduate funding. The role involves maintaining accurate student and program records, preparing correspondence and reports, coordinating departmental events and meetings, and updating promotional materials and web content. This position plays a key role in ensuring smooth day-to-day operations of the graduate program, maintaining compliance with university policies, and fostering a supportive environment for students and faculty.
Full
About Simon Fraser University
As Canada’s engaged university, SFU works with communities, organizations and partners to create, share and embrace knowledge that improves life and generates real change. We deliver a world-class education with lifelong value that shapes change-makers, visionaries and problem-solvers. We connect research and innovation to entrepreneurship and industry to deliver sustainable, relevant solutions to today’s problems. With campuses in British Columbia’s three largest cities – Vancouver, Burnaby and Surrey – SFU has eight faculties that deliver 193 undergraduate degree programs and 127 graduate degree programs to more than 35,000 students. The university now boasts more than 160,000 alumni residing in 143 countries.