Biology, Teaching Assistant
About the role
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:
- Complete the application form found at https://www.surveymonkey.ca/r/6RRNMBH.
- 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.
About University of Saskatchewan
Continuing Medical Education (CME) is a division within the College of Medicine with the University of Saskatchewan. CME is a leader in enhancing the patient's quality of health through its innovative educational opportunities in lifelong learning.
CME offers continued learning through online courses, virtual and in-person conferences, and partnered programs. CME also provides event services to assist with the planning and organization of events. Event Accreditation helps organizing committees stay on track with all the elements required by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada and the College of Family Physicians of Canada for an event to be claimed for study credits by your learners.
The Division of CME is fully accredited by the Committee on Accreditation of Continuing Medical Education (CACME). As such we can help you accredit your event for specialists for the Maintenance of Certification (MOC) program and for Family Physicians though the Mainpro+ program.
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Biology, Teaching Assistant
About the role
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:
- Complete the application form found at https://www.surveymonkey.ca/r/6RRNMBH.
- 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.
About University of Saskatchewan
Continuing Medical Education (CME) is a division within the College of Medicine with the University of Saskatchewan. CME is a leader in enhancing the patient's quality of health through its innovative educational opportunities in lifelong learning.
CME offers continued learning through online courses, virtual and in-person conferences, and partnered programs. CME also provides event services to assist with the planning and organization of events. Event Accreditation helps organizing committees stay on track with all the elements required by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada and the College of Family Physicians of Canada for an event to be claimed for study credits by your learners.
The Division of CME is fully accredited by the Committee on Accreditation of Continuing Medical Education (CACME). As such we can help you accredit your event for specialists for the Maintenance of Certification (MOC) program and for Family Physicians though the Mainpro+ program.