Student Assistant II – Department of Math & Computer Science

Applications are to be received by: 4:30 p.m. on December 22, 2023

Classification: Student Assistant II
Employee Group: PSAC
Job Title: Level II Marker
Department: Math & Computer Science
Wage or Salary: $16.24
Hours of Work: 2 hours per week
Start Date: January 8, 2024
Number of Positions available: 5
Length of Appointment: until April 5, 2024
Course title and number (if applicable): 62:172, 62:182
Date Issued: November 16, 2023

Duties:
Mark assignments and tests for Statistical Inference, Linear Algebra I course and other relevant duties as assigned.

Course                                           # positions                                      Expected hours per week
62:172   Statistical Inference              3                                    3 hour per week (total: up to 36 hours)
62:182   Linear Algebra                       2                                    3 hour per week (total: up to 36 hours)

Qualifications/Experience:
• Preference given to current BU students in at least their second year of undergraduate study
• Grade A or above in course applying for marking
• Background in advanced math courses is an asset
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively
• Previous marking experience preferred
• Ability to follow the marking guide and scheme efficiently and precisely
• Ability to take direction and meet deadlines

To Apply:
Please send your application with a cover letter, resume of related work and volunteer experience, and a copy of your unofficial academic transcript to:
John Chen, Instructional Associate IV, Math and Computer Science Department, Brandon University,  Brandon, MB; R7A 6A9; e-mail: chenj@brandonu.ca

Brandon University is committed to equity, welcomes diversity, and hires on the basis of merit. All qualified individuals who may contribute to the diversification of the University, especially women, persons with disabilities, Indigenous persons, racialized persons, and persons of all sexual orientations and genders are encouraged to apply. Canadian citizens and permanent residents are given priority. Evidence of citizenship must be provided.
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