Lab Demonstrator - Academic Capacity 1
Position Vacancies: 1
Estimated Range of Hours of Work: 0-50 hours
Appointment Dates: September 2, 2025 - December 31, 2025
Lab Section Dates/Times: Mon 2:30 PM - 5:15 PM
This position is represented by the Public Service Alliance of Canada - Academic Capacity Unit.
Note to applicants: Please be sure to review the “Additional Requirements” at the bottom of this posting. Your application must clearly outline how you meet the requirements, and include all requested documents.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Completion of academic studies and/or relevant experience appropriate to assigned duties.
• Normally an undergraduate student at the University of Winnipeg who has successfully completed a minimum of 30 credit hours.
• Successful completion of required training.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions, marking guides, policies and procedures.
• Ability to meet specified deadlines.
• Ability to interact empathetically with students.
• Capable of performing the duties as assigned.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
• The successful applicant should have completed the PHYS-3901, earning a grade of at least A-.
• Preference will be given to students majoring in physics and/or who have previous experience with marking and/or demonstrating within the Physics Department.

• Provide instructions to students, which may include explaining and demonstrating concepts and procedures, and clarifying subject areas;
• Assist the students with lab activities and procedures; may help with the setting up, testing, dismantling, and storing of lab equipment and/or materials;
• Monitor the condition of the learning environment, ensuring that all relevant protocols, such as health and safety are followed;
• Maintain records; assist in the reproduction of tests, organize course materials, etc.;
• May assist with proctoring/invigilating tests, exams and quizzes;
• May grade student work (assignments, tests, exams, lab results, etc.) using specific guidelines/answer keys provided by the Immediate Supervisor;
• May provide consultation and feedback to students on coursework, quality of materials submitted for grading, and other similar matters;
• Attend training related to the assigned duties and responsibilities (e.g. WHMIS training, first aid training, etc.);
• Perform other related tasks as required.