Graduate Laboratory Instructor (Up to 27 Positions) Faculty of Sustainable Design Engineering

Competition Number:
115S26
Position Type:
Student Position
Closing Date:
Date of Posting:
Department:
Faculty of Sustainable Design Engineering
Position:
Graduate Laboratory Instructors (Up to 27 Positions)
Contract:
Hours of Work:
8 hours per week
Salary:

$27.81 per hour, plus 4% vacation pay, as per PSAC Local 86000

Term:

September 8, 2026 – April 29, 2027

The Faculty of Sustainable Design Engineering is seeking applications for Graduate Laboratory Instructors in various undergraduate engineering courses, for the Fall 2026 and Winter 2027 semesters.

Graduate Laboratory Instructors may be needed in the following courses, depending on need and enrollment. Please include the courses you are qualified to support in order of preference in your cover letter.

Course description is available at: 

https://selfservice.upei.ca/Student/Student/Courses/Search?subjects=ENGN

Course Title 

Course Code 

Semester 

Engineering Communications   

ENGN 1210 

Fall 2026 

Engineering Mechanics I: Statics   

ENGN 1230 

Fall 2026 

Sustainability in Eng Design   

ENGN 1410 

Fall 2026 

Engineering Projects I   

ENGN 2210 

Fall 2026 

Strength of Materials   

ENGN 2310 

Fall 2026 

Thermo Fluids I: Thermodynamics    

ENGN 2610 

Fall 2026 

Electric Circuits   

ENGN 2810 

Fall 2026 

Engineering Measurements   

ENGN 3220 

Fall 2026 

Intro Mechatronics Engineering FA Elective 

ENGN 3340 

Fall 2026 

Intro Sustainable Energy Engn FA Elective 

ENGN 3440 

Fall 2026 

Thermo Fluids III: Heat Transfer and Thermodynamic Cycles   

ENGN 3630 

Fall 2026 

Project-Based Professional Practice I   

ENGN 3710 

Fall 2026 

Systems Engineering   

ENGN 3810 

Fall 2026 

Facilitated Study and Exp Practice   

ENGN 4210 

Fall 2026 

Project-Based Professional Practice III   

ENGN 4710 

Fall 2026 

Computational Methods for Engineering Design  

ENGN 4850 

Fall 2026 

Engineering Analysis   

ENGN 1220 

Winter 2027 

Materials Science   

ENGN 1250 

Winter 2027 

Computer Programming   

ENGN 1310 

Winter 2027 

Engineering Mechanics II: Dynamics   

ENGN 1340 

Winter 2027 

Statistics for Eng Applications    

ENGN 2130 

Winter 2027 

Engineering Projects II   

ENGN 2220 

Winter 2027 

Materials, Mechanics and Manufacturing   

ENGN 2360 

Winter 2027 

Thermo Fluids II  

ENGN 2620 

Winter 2027 

Digital Logic Design 

ENGN 2830 

Winter 2027 

Machines and Automatic Control   

ENGN 3270 

Winter 2027 

Mechatronic System Integration 

ENGN 3370 

Winter 2027 

Technology Mgmt & Entrepreneurship   

ENGN 3430 

Winter 2027 

Solar Energy & Elec. Storage 

ENGN 3460 

Winter 2027 

Chemical Energy Conversion 

ENGN 3490 

Winter 2027 

Project-Based Professional Practice II   

ENGN 3720 

Winter 2027 

System Dynamics with Simulation    

ENGN 3820 

Winter 2027 

Geoinformatics in Bioresources  

ENGN 4510 / SDE 6510  

Winter 2027 

Project-Based Professional Practice IV   

ENGN 4720 

Winter 2027

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Assist the instructor with teaching support, lab support, and marking support
  • Assist the instructor with the supervision of students in undergraduate laboratories
  • Provide pre-lab instruction and guidance to students for completion of undergraduate labs
  • Work with the instructor and lab technician to ensure that all students are aware of safe laboratory procedures and comply with the same
  • Assist the instructor in supporting students in the various activities associated with the Design clinics
  • Provide assistance and guidance to students regarding the design process, CAD, and fabrication in the shop
  • Assist the instructor with grading of assignments, tests, and other materials as assigned
  • Maintain records of grades for students
  • Assist the instructor with student evaluation as required
  • Hold office hours to answer student questions
  • Assist with preparation for accreditation

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • UPEI Graduate student in good standing
  • Students must be available to support during labs
  • Applicants will have successfully completed the course for which the position applies or have relevant alternative experience
  • Previous experience in supporting FSDE courses is preferred
  • Other teaching support experience and excellent communication skills will be considered assets
  • Successful applicants are required to provide proof of completion for both the mandatory Teaching Assistant Training Program, WHMIS, and other relevant Lab Safety Training Courses within the first week of employment

Please note: your application must include: 
1.    An application form
2.    A cover letter that includes:
a)    The competition number
b)    A list of courses you are qualified to support in order of preference
c)    The field/s of your bachelor's degree
3.    A resume

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. Applications will not be accepted via email.

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

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