University of King's College
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Teaching Assistant in History of Science and Technology (Part-time)
Deadline for Applications: Monday, August 31
Established in 1789, the University of King’s College is Canada’s oldest chartered university and is associated with Dalhousie University. A small and extraordinarily lively academic community located in Halifax (Kjipuktuk), Nova Scotia, King’s is known nationally and internationally for its interdisciplinary programs in the humanities, including its first-year Foundation Year Program, its professional programs in journalism and its fine arts programs in creative writing. King’s is a community in which students, faculty, alumni and staff work to bring greater understanding, creativity and compassion to the world.
The History of Science and Technology Program (HOST) at the University of King’s College invites applications for a Teaching Assistant to handle duties in HSTC 2410, “Artificial Intelligence.” HSTC 2410 is an interdisciplinary course which examines the history, science and implications of artificial intelligence from the ancient to the contemporary world. The course will be held online. The class runs from September 8, 2026 to December 8, 2026.
Duties Include But Not Limited To:
- reading course material
- grading assignments and exams
- discussions with the instructor regarding the approach taken in teaching, grading and other expectations
Qualifications And Experience
Candidates may come from various fields but should have at least an undergraduate degree. Prior TA experience (at the university level) will be considered an asset.
Hourly Rate of Pay: $35.11/hour (classification of TA130). Position is conditional on the course’s final enrollment numbers
To apply for this position, please forward your C.V. (including a statement concerning your teaching experience) to Katie Schmidt at katie.schmidt@ukings.ca.
Questions regarding the position should be directed to Dr. Mark Burke, who can be reached by email at mark.burke@ukings.ca.
The University of King’s College is committed to diversity, equity, accessibility and inclusion. We encourage and welcome applications from Indigenous persons (especially Mi’kmaq), persons with a disability, racialized persons, including persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), women, persons of a minority sexual orientation and/or gender identity, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversification of our community.
Deadline for Applications: Monday, August 31
Established in 1789, the University of King’s College is Canada’s oldest chartered university and is associated with Dalhousie University. A small and extraordinarily lively academic community located in Halifax (Kjipuktuk), Nova Scotia, King’s is known nationally and internationally for its interdisciplinary programs in the humanities, including its first-year Foundation Year Program, its professional programs in journalism and its fine arts programs in creative writing. King’s is a community in which students, faculty, alumni and staff work to bring greater understanding, creativity and compassion to the world.
The History of Science and Technology Program (HOST) at the University of King’s College invites applications for a Teaching Assistant to handle duties in HSTC 2410, “Artificial Intelligence.” HSTC 2410 is an interdisciplinary course which examines the history, science and implications of artificial intelligence from the ancient to the contemporary world. The course will be held online. The class runs from September 8, 2026 to December 8, 2026.
Duties Include But Not Limited To:
- reading course material
- grading assignments and exams
- discussions with the instructor regarding the approach taken in teaching, grading and other expectations
Qualifications And Experience
Candidates may come from various fields but should have at least an undergraduate degree. Prior TA experience (at the university level) will be considered an asset.
Hourly Rate of Pay: $35.11/hour (classification of TA130). Position is conditional on the course’s final enrollment numbers
To apply for this position, please forward your C.V. (including a statement concerning your teaching experience) to Katie Schmidt at katie.schmidt@ukings.ca.
Questions regarding the position should be directed to Dr. Mark Burke, who can be reached by email at mark.burke@ukings.ca.
The University of King’s College is committed to diversity, equity, accessibility and inclusion. We encourage and welcome applications from Indigenous persons (especially Mi’kmaq), persons with a disability, racialized persons, including persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), women, persons of a minority sexual orientation and/or gender identity, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversification of our community.
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