Mechanical Engineering Teaching Assistant

Apply mechanical engineering knowledge as a Teaching Assistant at the University of Ottawa’s Main Campus, supporting in-person MCG2142 labs.

This CUPE position supports Biological and Engineering Materials II during the Winter 2027 semester. You will assist the course supervisor through weekly dissection labs, equipment setup, student consultations, marking, and proctoring. The course expects 71 students and includes 130 total work hours.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct weekly dissection labs for enrolled students
• Set up equipment before scheduled laboratory activities
• Provide consultations and teaching assistance to students
• Mark course work as assigned by the supervisor
• Proctor the final examination in person

Requirements:

• Successfully completed undergraduate mechanical engineering courses
• Exceptional knowledge of Free Body Diagrams and engineering mechanics
• Good knowledge of engineering materials and manufacturing processes
• Ability to work with basic hand tools
• Availability throughout the course session and final exam

Support Biological and Engineering Materials II through laboratory instruction, equipment setup, student consultation, marking, and proctoring.