Student Teaching Assistant-Department of Sociology and Anthropology-Faculty of Arts

Competition Number:
120S26
Position Type:
Student Position
Closing Date:
Date of Posting:
Department:
Sociology and Anthropology
Position:
Student Teaching Assistant
Contract:
Hours of Work:
Up to 30 hours for the term
Salary:

$17 per hour, plus 4% vacation pay

Term:

ASAP to December 9, 2026

The Department of Sociology and Anthropology of the University of Prince Edward Island invites applications for a teaching assistant for SAN/DSJS 2610 Sex, Gender, and Society during the Fall 2026 Semester.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

•    Marking and grading student essays, quizzes, and exams
•    Recording grades and providing feedback under instructor supervision
•    Assisting with preparation of course materials

QUALIFICATIONS:

•    Enrollment as a 3rd or 4th year undergraduate student at UPEI
•    Preference will be given to students whose major is in Sociology, Anthropology, and/or DSJS
•    Good academic standing and strong written communication skills
•    Excellent time management skills and a proven ability to meet deadlines

Priority will be given to University of Prince Edward Island students in accordance with Recruitment, Selection, Hiring and Employment Policies and the Procedures manual.
 

Application Instructions:

Please submit electronically a cover letter, quoting the competition number, a resume and reference list to be received no later than the closing date via the link below.

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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