CUPE - Fall 2026 - TA - MBA5235

Posting Reason:

New Position

Location where work is to be performed:

Main Campus

Session:

2026 Fall Semester | Trimestre d'automne

Faculty:

École de gestion Telfer / Telfer School of Management

Unit:

Telfer School of Management_Students and Casuals

Job Classification:

Teaching Assistant/Demonstrator/Lab Monitor (CUPE)

Posting Type:

Cours précis / Specific course

Course Title:

Leadership Skills

Course Code:

MBA5235

Section:

Supervisor name (if known):

Marc Tassé

Date Posted (YYYY/MM/DD):

2026/06/29

Applications must be received BEFORE (YYYY/MM/DD):

2026/07/14

Description of tasks (hours):

Unless specified below, specific allocation of hours to various tasks should be articulated in a description of work negotiated and signed by you and the supervising professor prior to the commencement of work.

Recherche / Research:0Préparation / Preparation:0Contact avec étudiants / Contact with Students:60Correction - Notation / Grading:20Surveillance / Proctoring:0Formation / Training:0Autre / Other:0

Number of positions:

1

Expected Enrolment:

60

Work Start Date:

September 01, 2026

Work End Date:

December 31, 2026

Total Work Hours:

80

Hourly Rate:

AE-RA-Tuteur / TA-RA-Tutor : $31.89 ou/or $50.25 (2024-2025)

The academic year starts on September 1 and ends on August 31.

Undergraduate students will be paid at the lower rate; while graduate students will be paid at the higher rate.

These rates do not included vacation pay nor statutory pay.

These rates will be applied until a new collective agreement is ratified. Retro will be paid after the ratification.

Language of Work:

Anglais | English

Requirements and Nature of Work:

Course Overview:

Interpersonal skills, and effective communication as essential components of leadership. The course includes experiential learning through class discussions, experiential exercises, team and individual projects, and case studies, emphasizing the development of leadership abilities to manage interpersonal and team-based processes within a workplace environment.

Description of work :

Assist in facilitating class discussions and breakout sessions.

Support the management of class participation and engagement.

Provide grading and feedback on some of the written assignments, team projects, and case presentations.

Help prepare course materials and organize sessions.

Monitor and manage student progress and address any issues related to coursework.

Assist with administrative tasks related to course delivery.

The Teaching Assistant (TA) will assist the professor in delivering MBA 5235 to a class of 60 students. The TA will support the course by co-facilitating classroom discussions, managing participation, and assisting in breakout sessions. The TA will also help grade some of the class assignments and provide feedback to students.

The position will require approximately 5-7 hours per week over the fall semester, depending on the specific needs of the class, particularly during peak periods of grading and assessment.

Minimum qualifications

Enrolled in a PhD program at the university, ideally within the fields of Organizational Behavior, Leadership, Human Resources, or a related discipline.

Previous work and/or supervisory experience in an organisational setting.

Strong understanding of leadership theories, interpersonal skills, and team dynamics.

Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Experience with or interest in teaching and mentoring graduate-level students.

Ability to manage multiple tasks and work independently.

Prior experience in a teaching or tutoring role is preferred.

Application Process:

Interested candidates should submit a resume and a cover letter outlining their qualifications and experience related to the position. Please include any previous teaching experience and a brief statement on your approach to facilitating leadership development in a classroom setting.

Comments

Candidates on short list may be interviewed by course professor/coordinator.

Please note that the posted hours could be increased due to registration.

Please note, you will be required to have access to a computer, internet, microphone and webcam.

Please note that the teaching method will be delivered in the following : in person. It is possible that the teaching or work method will change due to health measures or other reasons.

Additional Information and/or Comments:

All University of Ottawa employees are required under provincial law to successfully complete all mandatory legislated training offered by the University. The list of training requirements may be modified by provincial law. If you are invited to continue the selection process, please notify us of any particular adaptive measures you might require. We may consult with the Health and Wellness sector of Human Resources, if needed. Any information you send us will be handled respectfully and in complete confidence.

The hiring process will be governed by the current CUPE 2626 collective agreement; you can click here to find out more.

The University of Ottawa embraces diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We are passionate about our people and committed to employment equity. We foster a culture of respect, teamwork and inclusion, where collaboration, innovation, and creativity fuel our quest for research and teaching excellence. While all qualified persons are invited to apply, we welcome applications from qualified Indigenous persons, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, women and LGBTQIA2S+ persons. The University is committed to creating and maintaining an accessible, barrier-free work environment. The University is also committed to working with applicants with disabilities requesting accommodation during the recruitment, assessment and selection processes. Applicants with disabilities may contact the academic unit to communicate the accommodation need.

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