Biology, Teaching Assistant

The Department of Biology, College of Arts and Science invites applications for a Teaching Assistant for the following courses during the 2026-2027 Fall (T1) and Winter (T2) sessions: Course Name, Course Abbreviation & Number: 102 (Biology for Engineers, T1), 120 (The Nature of Life), 121 (The Diversity of Life), 222 (The Living Plant, T2), 224 (Animal Body Systems), 226 (Genes to Genomics), 228 (Ecology in a Changing World, T1), 301 (Critical Issues in Biology, T1), 302 (Evolutionary Processes, T2), 317 (Fundamentals of Animal Physiology, T1), 323 (Plant Systematics and Evolution, T1), 326 (Plant Development,T2), 331 (Plant Physiology, T1), 336 (Animal Parasitology, T1), 342 (Fungi Environment and People, T2), 345 (Introductory Plant Pathology, T2), 361 (Vertebrate Biology, T2), 363 (Population Ecology, T2), 373 (Community Ecology, T2), 410 (Current Perspectives in Environmental Biology, T2), 430 (Neurobiology of Behaviour, T2), 455 (Mammal Diversity and Evolution, T1) 458 (Ornithology, T1), 470 (Conservation Biology, T1), 472 (Animal Behaviour, T1), 475 (Ecological Toxicology, T1) Rate of Pay: Please see current rates of pay here Required Number of Hours: 48-100 hours during the academic term, hours vary with assignment Duration of Employment: 2026-2027 Fall (T1) and/or Winter (T2) Start Date & End Date: Within 2 Sept 2026 to 23 Dec 2026 and/or 6 Jan 2027 to 30 Apr 2027 Duties In the appointment of Teaching Assistant, your general duties and responsibilities may be as follows: Preparing and demonstrating in-person laboratory material, setting up experiments, marking, invigilating examinations, delivering briefings, supervising field trips, moderating discussion boards, hosting virtual meetings via WebEx/Zoom, and conferring with the Supervisor in charge as required by the assignment; other duties as required General Qualifications (Skills and Abilities) Education: Strong fundamentals in general biological concepts. Academic standing will be taken into account. Experience: Recent experience as a TA in Biology or in the specific course is an asset; prior experience taking the course is an asset. Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to take direction; effective time management; ability to work independently and as a team; ability to instruct a large group of students; effective at troubleshooting; proficiency with using internet browsers and the Microsoft suite of programs (Word©, Excel©, PowerPoint©); experience with Canvas is an asset.

Course Specific Qualifications

In addition to the general skills and abilities outlined above, individual courses have the following skill and ability qualifications.

Course

Education

Experience

Skills

Biology 102

Biology courses

Biology 120

Biol 226 or equivalent

Microscopy experience is an asset

Biology 121

Any introductory Biology course

Microscopy experience is an asset

Biology 222

Biology or Botany courses

Microscopy is an asset

Biology 224

Biology or Physiology courses

LabScribe/iWorx experience is an asset

Biology 226

Any introductory Genetics course covering Mendelian Genetics

Biology 228

Ecology courses or relevant research

Field data collection and scientific writing

Proficiency with R and statistical methods are an asset

Biology 301

Biology courses

Strong background in scientific writing

Biology 302

Population Genetics/Evolution

Scientific Writing

Proficiency with R and statistical methods are an asset

Biology 317

Biology or Physiology courses

LabScribe/iWorx experience is a strong asset

Biology 323

Biology or Botany courses

Research experience in botany and plant biology is an asset

Biology 326

Biology or Botany Courses

Research experience in plant development is an asset

Biology 331

Biology or Plant Physiology courses

Biology 336

Parasitology is an asset

Research in Parasitology is an asset

Biology 342

Fungi courses are an asset

Culturing/Sterile Technique is an asset

Biology 345

Botany, Genetics, Plant Pathology or Microbiology

Biology 361

Physiology/Anatomy is an asset

Biology 363

Population Ecology/Biology

Animal census techniques, scientific writing

Math/Excel

Biology 373

Ecology

Biology 410

Environmental Biology is an asset

Biology 430

Animal Physiology, Neurophysiology, or Neuroethology; Working knowledge of insect neuroethology preferred

Neural recordings

Biology 455

Mammal Diversity and Evolution is an asset

Biology 458

Ornithology is an asset

Biology 470

Conservation Biology is an asset

Biology 472

Animal Behaviour is an asset

Research in Animal Behaviour is an asset

Biology 475

Ecological Toxicology is an asset

To Apply

1. Complete the application form found at https://www.surveymonkey.ca/r/6RRNMBH.
2. Send your CV, academic transcripts, and academic timetable to biology.labs@usask.ca. Submit your application no later than September 2nd, 2026. Positions will likely be filled before the closing date. Inquiries for this position can be directed to biology.labs@usask.ca. Preference will be given to graduate students in the Department of Biology with scholarships requiring teaching service hours. Where a graduate student is appointed to this position, it will be in-scope of PSAC.

Department: Biology

Status: Term Employment Group: Graduate Students - PSAC Rate of Pay: Current rates of pay Posted Date: 8/5/2026 Closing Date: 9/1/2026 Number of Openings: 26 Work Location: On Campus #LI-DNI The University of Saskatchewan aspires to be what the world needs and embraces equity, diversity and inclusion as foundational to excellence and innovation. We actively seek to create a welcoming environment where all individuals feel empowered to thrive, contribute, and grow. Applications from equity-deserving groups are encouraged as part of our ongoing efforts to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve: EDI Framework for Action. We continue to grow our partnerships with Indigenous communities across the province, nationally, and internationally and value the unique perspective that Indigenous employees provide to strengthen these relationships. Verification of Indigenous Membership/Citizenship at the University of Saskatchewan is led and determined by the deybwewin | taapwaywin | tapwewin: Indigenous Truth policy and the Standing Committee in accordance with the processes developed to enact the policy. Successful candidates that assert Indigenous membership/citizenship will be asked to complete the verification process of Indigenous membership/citizenship with documentation. The University of Saskatchewan provides an accessible and inclusive workplace. Should you require support through any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us for assistance.