| Course | Campus | Enrollment (est.) | No. positions (est.) | No. hours (est.) | Dates | Times | Tutorials or laboratories/practicals | Duties and responsibilities | Qualifications | Relevant criterion |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ANT100Y1Y-Reg - Introduction to Anthropology | STG | 880 | 17-18 | 150 hours each | September 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026 | Tutorials can be viewed here: https://ttb.utoronto.ca/ | Lectures and tutorials will be delivered in person. Consult with Course Coordinators/students; read course materials and attend lectures; respond to student questions via e-mail and/or Quercus; test and exam invigilation; mark written assignments. Bi-weekly tutorial preparation and instruction. TA and writing instruction training. Coordination with Administrative TAs and Course Coordinators. Must be available Mondays 10-12 for regular TA meetings. | Academic background in Anthropology. Ability to lead tutorials in different fields is an asset. The recent experience of taking undergraduate courses is an asset. | The need to acquire experience is the more relevant criterion than previous experience in respect of this posted position. | |
| ANT100Y1Y-Writin - ANT100Y1Y Introduction to Anthropology - Writing TA | STG | 880 | 1 | 125 hours | August 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026 | Tutorials can be viewed here: https://ttb.utoronto.ca/ | Lectures and tutorials will be delivered in person. Meet with course instructors to plan course assignments and writing activities for tutorials. Design and lead training sessions and consultations for course TAs on topics such as providing feedback to students on critical reading, writing, planning tutorial/lab activities related to writing, etc.) through Fall and Winter terms, Develop and/or adapt resources on writing instruction (such as marking rubrics and assignments) for instructors, TAs, and students, marking assignments; posting marks, responding to reread requests, and assisting co-ordinator in dealing with suspected plagiarism cases, marking assignments; posting marks, responding to reread requests, and assisting co-ordinator in dealing with suspected plagiarism cases. Communicate regularly by email and in person with the course coordinators and instructors | In addition to the on-line application, you must submit a writing sample (individually authored and no more than four pages) to Josie Alaimo or email to: josie.alaimo@utoronto.ca Current PhD student; At least two years' experience as a course TA, whether leading tutorials/ labs, in-class instruction, or grading; Excellent oral communication and interpersonal skills, particularly the ability to work effectively with and show tact when communicating with administrators, course instructors and TAs; Strong administrative skills, including ability to schedule meetings and training sessions, plan and document work; Strong time management skills with ability to meet multiple deadlines; Strong facilitation and presentation skills and/or experience leading/facilitating workshops; Evidence of superior writing skills in their discipline (writing sample must be individually authored) | Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position. | |
| ANT203Y1Y-Reg - The Nature of Humans | STG | 125 | 1 | 170 hours | September 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026 | Thursday 10-11, Thursday 11-12, Thursday 12-1, Thursday 1-2, Thursday 2-3 | Lectures and practicals will be delivered in person. Consult with Instructor/students; prepare handouts; prepare and conduct laboratory sessions; store and curate teaching materials; dealing with email correspondence from students as needed; evaluate lab sessions by test or assignment; invigilate tests/examinations; mark tests and examinations; maintain Quercus. | Graduate student in Evolutionary Anthropology; familiar with human and non-human primate anatomy; able to knowledgeably utilize the teaching collections of casts, artifacts and other lab equipment. | The need to acquire experience is the more relevant criterion than previous experience in respect of this posted position. | |
| ANT204H1S-Reg - Social Cultural Anthropology and Global Issues | STG | 450 | 3 | 150 hours each | January 1, 2026 to April 30, 2026 | Tutorials can be viewed here: https://ttb.utoronto.ca/ | This course will be delivered online synchronously. Read assigned texts and prepare discussion questions for tutorials; conduct tutorials; mark examinations/essays; consult with Supervisor/students; invigilate tests and final examination; dealing with email correspondence from students as needed. | Completed undergraduate courses in Social and Cultural Anthropology (demonstrated excellence in course performance). | The need to acquire experience is the more relevant criterion than previous experience in respect of this posted position. | |
| ANT207H1F-Head - Core Concepts in Social and Cultural Anthropology - Administrative TA | STG | 180 | 1 | 200 hours | September 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025 | Wednesday 10-11, Wednesday 11-12, Wednesday 12-1, Wednesday 1-2, Wednesday 2-3, Wednesday 3-4 | Lectures and tutorials will be delivered in person. Assist the Instructor in all aspects of running the course, including but not limited to coordinating among TAs; dealing with email correspondence from students as needed; maintain the grade-book and ensure that grades that appear on Quercus are accurate. Consult with Supervisor/students. Mark papers/exams and assist with course materials. Prepare and conduct tutorials. Invigilate tests/examinations. | Completed undergraduate and graduate courses in Social and Cultural Anthropology; demonstrated excellence in course performance. Previous teaching and marking experience preferred. | Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position. | |
| ANT207H1F-Reg - Core Concepts in Social and Cultural Anthropology | STG | 180 | 1 | 175 hours | September 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025 | Wednesday 10-11, Wednesday 11-12, Wednesday 12-1, Wednesday 1-2, Wednesday 2-3, Wednesday 3-4 | Lectures and tutorials will be delivered in person. Consult with Instructor/students. Consult/coordinate with other TAs, including head TA. Mark papers/exams and assist with course materials. Prepare and conduct tutorials. Invigilate tests/examinations. | Completed undergraduate courses in Social and Cultural Anthropology (demonstrated excellence in course performance). | The need to acquire experience is the more relevant criterion than previous experience in respect of this posted position. | |
| ANT208H1S-Head - Medical Anthropology: An Evolutionary Perspective on Human Health - Admin TA | STG | 450 | 1 | 180 hours | January 1, 2026 to April 30, 2026 | Tutorials can be viewed here: https://ttb.utoronto.ca/ | Lectures and tutorials will be delivered in person. Assist the Instructor in all aspects of delivering the course, including but not limited to: coordinating among TAs on allocation of TA duties and hours, TA work coordination, planning tutorial content and delivery, technical support to prepare test/exam and audiovisual materials, planning and scheduling test/exams and makeup assigments, email correspondence with students; managing course Quercus web site, in announcements, document sharing, discussion boards, enrolments, marking and grade keeping. Specific activities are: Meetings with course supervisor; Attend supervisor's lectures; Read texts and source materials; Prepare content and lead tutorials; Assistance with test question development, and test generation, creating rubrics and resolving grading queries; Attending, administering, invigilating, marking tests/examinations; consult with Supervisor/ TAs/ students. | Completed undergraduate and graduate courses in Anthropology or Human Biology, preferably Evolutionary and/or Medical Anthropology; demonstrated excellence in course performance. Previous experience teaching, marking and managing aspects of course delivery preferred. | Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position. | |
| ANT208H1S-Reg - Medical Anthropology: An Evolutionary Perspective on Human Health | STG | 450 | 1 | 145 hours | January 1, 2026 to April 30, 2026 | Tutorials can be viewed here: https://ttb.utoronto.ca/ | Lectures and tutorials will be delivered in person. Specific activities are: Meetings with course supervisor; Attend supervisor's lectures; create TA team summaries of lectures and highlights of tutorials. Read texts and source materials. Prepare for and lead tutorials; Be available to advise students on tutorial content and marks outside of set tutorial times; Attend, administer, invigilate, mark tests/ examinations; Assistance with test question development and test generation; grade book management; consult with Supervisor/ TAs/ student. | Completed undergraduate courses in Anthropology or Human Biology, preferably Evolutionary and/or Medical Anthropology (demonstrated excellence in course performance. | The need to acquire experience is the more relevant criterion than previous experience in respect of this posted position. | |
| ANT253H1F-Reg - Language and Society | STG | 500 | 2 | 145 hours each | September 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025 | Tutorials can be viewed here: https://ttb.utoronto.ca/ | Lectures and tutorials will be delivered online synchronously. Read assigned texts; conduct weekly tutorials; mark assignments, test and examinations; attend meetings (writing pedagogy training and grading bench-marking meetings); Consult with students and Instructor. Invigilate tests/examinations. | Completed undergraduate courses in Anthropology, preferably Linguistic Anthropology. Completed relevant linguistic courses, demonstrated excellence in course performance. | The need to acquire experience is the more relevant criterion than previous experience in respect of this posted position. | |
| ANT318H1S - The Preindustrial City and Urban Social Theory | STG | 65 | 1 | 35 hours | January 1, 2026 to April 30, 2026 | none | This course will be delivered in person. Consult with Supervisor/students. Mark papers/exams and assist with course materials. Invigilate tests/examinations. | Graduate student in Archaeology with familiarity with course material. | Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position. | |
| ANT342H1S - Anthropology of Race and Racism | STG | 65 | 1 | 80 hours | January 1, 2026 to April 30, 2026 | none | This course will be delivered in person. Consult with Instructor/students. Mark papers/exams and assist with course materials. Invigilate tests/examinations. | Completed undergraduate/graduate courses in Social Cultural Anthropology; familiarity with course topic preferred. | Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position. | |
| ANT354H1F - Right-Wing Nationalisms | STG | 65 | 1 | 35 hours | September 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025 | Tuesday 5-6 | This course will be delivered in person. Consult with Supervisor/students. Mark papers/exams and assist with course materials. Invigilate tests/examinations. | Graduate Student in Social Cultural Anthropology. Familiarity with course topic required. | Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position. | |
| ANT385H1S - Special Topics in Sociocultural Medical Anthropology | STG | 65 | 1 | 35 hours | January 1, 2026 to April 30, 2026 | none | This course will be delivered in person. Consult with Supervisor/students. Mark papers/exams and assist with course materials. Invigilate tests/examinations. | Graduate Student in Social Cultural Anthropology. Familiarity with course topic preferred. In 2025-26, the topic is Anthropology of Mental Illness. | Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position. | |
| ANT390H1F - Special Topics in Anthropology | STG | 80 | 1 | 35 hours | September 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025 | none | This course will be delivered in person. Consult with Supervisor/students. Mark papers/exams and assist with course materials. Invigilate tests/examinations. | Graduate Student in Social Cultural Anthropology. Familiarity with course topic preferred. In 2025-26, the topic is Applied Anthropology: Using Anthropological Knowledge and Methods to Solve Social Problems. | Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position. | |
| ANT101H5S - Introduction to Biological Anthropology and Archaeology | UTM | 800 | up to 6 (depending on enrollment) | up to 150 hours (depending on enrollment) | January 1, 2026 to April 30, 2026 | See timetable: https://ttb.utoronto.ca/ | Practicals are on Thursdays and Fridays at UTM (see above TT link for times) | TA to conduct in person labs, invigilate tests and final exam, consult with supervisor and students, mark assignments, quizzes, lab reports, tests and final exams. Other duties as required by the instructor. Note that due to our new Departmental Policy, if a course has a final exam, the marking of such exams must occur at the UTM campus. | Successful applicants will have completed undergraduate and/or graduate courses in biological anthropology and/or archaeology, and have an ability to communicate information clearly. Skills and background to complement instructor & other TAs will be given preference. Must be available for practicals on Thursdays and Fridays. | The need to acquire experience is the more relevant criterion than previous experience in respect of this posted position. |
| ANT101H5S-Head - Introduction to Biological Anthropology and Archaeology | UTM | 800 | 1 (depending on enrollment) | 50 hours (depending on enrollment) | January 1, 2026 to April 30, 2026 | See timetable: https://ttb.utoronto.ca/ | Practicals are on Thursdays and Fridays at UTM (see above TT link for times) | Head TA to conduct in person practicals, invigilate tests and final exam, consult with supervisor and students, mark assignments, tests, lab reports and final exams. As Head TA, the duties may also include additional coordination, communication with other TAs, and other administrative tasks as required by the instructor. Note that due to our new Departmental Policy, if a course has a final exam, the marking of such exams must occur at the UTM campus. | Successful applicants will have completed undergraduate and/or graduate course in biological anthropology and/or archaeology; an ability to communicate information clearly; previous teaching and marking experience in ANT101 or related courses may be preferred. Skills and background to complement current instructor & TAs will be given preference. | Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position. |
| ANT102H5F - Intro to Sociocultural and Linguistic Anthropology | UTM | 800 | up to 7 (depending on enrollment) | up to 200 hours (depending on enrollment) | September 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025 | See timetable: https://ttb.utoronto.ca/ | Tutorials are on Thursdays and Fridays at UTM (see above TT link for times) | TA to conduct in-person tutorials, invigilate tests and final exam, consult with supervisor and students, mark assignments, quizzes, tests and final exams. Other duties as required by the instructor. Note that due to our new Departmental Policy, if a course has a final exam, the marking of such exams must occur at the UTM campus. | Successful applicants will have completed undergraduate and/or graduate courses in sociocultural and/or linguistic anthropology, and have an ability to communicate information clearly. Skills and background to complement instructor & other TAs may be given preference. Must be available to conduct in-person tutorials on Thursdays and Fridays at UTM. | Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position. |
| ANT102H5F-Head - Introduction to Sociocultural and Linguistic Anthropology | UTM | 800 | 1 (depending on enrollment) | 50 hours (depending on enrollment) | September 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025 | See timetable: https://ttb.utoronto.ca/ | Tutorials are on Thursdays and Fridays at UTM (see above TT link for times) | Head TA to conduct in-person tutorials, invigilate tests and final exam, consult with supervisor and students, mark assignments, tests, and final exams. As Head TA, the duties may also include additional coordination, communication with other TAs, and other administrative tasks as required by the instructor. Note that due to our new Departmental Policy, if a course has a final exam, the marking of such exams must occur at the UTM campus. | Successful applicants will have completed undergraduate and/or graduate courses in sociocultural and/or linguistic anthropology, and have an ability to communicate information clearly. Previous experience in ANT102H5 or related course may be preferred. Skills and background to complement instructor & other TAs may be given preference. | Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position. |
| ANT202H5F - Biological Anthropology: Human variation and adaption | UTM | 150 | 1 (depending on enrollment) | up to 200 hours (depending on enrollment) | September 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025 | See timetable: https://ttb.utoronto.ca/ | Tutorials are on Fridays at UTM (see above TT link for times) | TA to conduct in-person tutorials, invigilate tests and final exam, consult with supervisor and students, mark assignments, quizzes, tests and final exams. Other duties as required by the instructor. Note that due to our new Departmental Policy, if a course has a final exam, the marking of such exams must occur at the UTM campus. | Successful applicants will have completed undergraduate and/or graduate courses in biological anthropology; familiarity with material covered, genetics and human diversity. Experience and expertise to complement instructor and other TAs may be preferred. Must be available to conduct in-person tutorials on Fridays at UTM. | The need to acquire experience is the more relevant criterion than previous experience in respect of this posted position. |
| ANT205H5F - Introduction to Forensic Anthropology | UTM | 125 | 1 (depending on enrollment) | up to 150 hours (depending on enrollment) | September 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025 | See timetable: https://ttb.utoronto.ca/ | Practicals are on Mondays at UTM (see above TT link for times) | TA to conduct in person labs, invigilate tests and final exam (if any), consult with supervisor and students, mark assignments, quizzes, lab reports, tests and final exams (if any). Other duties as required by the instructor. Note that due to our new Departmental Policy, if a course has a final exam, the marking of such exams must occur at the UTM campus. | Successful applicants will have completed undergraduate and/or graduate courses in osteology and forensic anthropology (excellence in course performance should be demonstrated); assisted with forensic anthropological cases, and/or recoveries; conducted research in the area of forensic anthropology; an ability to communicate information clearly. Must be available to conduct in person practicals on Mondays at UTM. | Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position. |
| ANT206H5S - Culture and Communication | UTM | 150 | 1 (depending on enrollment) | up to 125 hours (depending on enrollment) | January 1, 2026 to April 30, 2026 | See timetable: https://ttb.utoronto.ca/ | Tutorials are on Thursdays at UTM (see above TT link for times) | TA to conduct in person tutorials, invigilate tests and final exam (if any), consult with supervisor and students, mark assignments, quizzes, tests and final exams (if any). Other duties as required by the instructor. Note that due to our new Departmental Policy, if a course has a final exam, the marking of such exams must occur at the UTM campus. | Successful applicants will have completed undergraduate and/or graduate courses in linguistic anthropology or related fields, have an interest in linguistic anthropology research, and have an ability to communicate information clearly. Skills and background to complement instructor & other TAs may be given preference. Must be available to conduct in person tutorials on Thursdays at UTM. | Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position. |
| ANT207H5S - Being Human: Classic Thought on Self and Society | UTM | 120 | 1 (depending on enrollment) | 105 hours (depending on enrollment) | January 1, 2026 to April 30, 2026 | See timetable: https://ttb.utoronto.ca/ | Tutorials are on Fridays at UTM (see above TT link for times) | TA to conduct in person tutorials, invigilate tests and final exam (if any), consult with supervisor and students, mark assignments, quizzes, tests and final exams (if any). Other duties as required by the instructor. Note that due to our new Departmental Policy, if a course has a final exam, the marking of such exams must occur at the UTM campus. | Successful applicants will have completed undergraduate and/or graduate courses in sociocultural anthropology; an ability to communicate information clearly; strong background in social science theory preferred; previous teaching and marking experience an asset. Skills and background to complement instructor & other TAs may be given preference. Must be available to conduct in person tutorials on Fridays at UTM. | The need to acquire experience is the more relevant criterion than previous experience in respect of this posted position. |
| ANT210H5F - Fantasies, Hoaxes and Misrepresentations of the Ancient World | UTM | 250 | 1 (depending on enrollment) | up to 100 hours (depending on enrollment) | September 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025 | See timetable: https://ttb.utoronto.ca/ | None | TA to invigilate tests and final exam (if any), consult with supervisor and students, mark assignments, tests and final exams. Other duties as required by the instructor. Note that due to our new Departmental Policy, if a course has a final exam, the marking of such exams must occur at the UTM campus. | Successful applicants will have completed undergraduate and/or graduate courses in archaeology, with an ability to communicate information clearly. Expertise in archaeological data analysis, critique and theory may be a priority, or interest in popular archaeology, depending on needs to complement other TAs' and instructor's strengths. Must be available for midterms and exams at UTM. | Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position. |
| ANT210H5F-Head - Fantasies, Hoaxes and Misrepresentations of the Ancient World | UTM | 250 | 1 (depending on enrollment) | 50 hours (depending on enrollment) | September 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025 | See timetable: https://ttb.utoronto.ca/ | None | Head TA to invigilate tests and final exam (if any), consult with supervisor and students, mark assignments, tests and exams. As Head TA, the duties may also include additional coordination, communication with other TAs, and other administrative tasks as required by the instructor. Note that due to our new Departmental Policy, if a course has a final exam, the marking of such exams must occur at the UTM campus. | Successful applicants will have completed undergraduate and/or graduate courses in archaeology, with an ability to communicate information clearly. Expertise in archaeological data analysis, critique and theory may be a priority, or interest in popular archaeology, depending on needs to complement other TAs' and instructor's strengths. Must be available for midterms and exams at UTM. | Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position. |
| ANT211H5F-Head - Sex, Evolution and Behaviour | UTM | 250 | 1 (depending on enrollment) | 50 hours (depending on enrollment) | September 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025 | See timetable: https://ttb.utoronto.ca/ | None | Teaching assistant to invigilate tests and final examination (if any), consult with supervisor and students, mark assignments and final examinations (if any). Other duties as required by the instructor. The DDAH form will outline the duties in more detail. Note that due to our new Departmental Policy, if a course has a final exam, the marking of such exams must occur at the UTM campus. | Successful applicants will have completed appropriate undergraduate and/or graduate course in biological anthropology, and have an ability to communicate information clearly. Expertise in topics related to the course (sex, evolution and behaviour) preferred. Skills and background to complement instructor & other TAs may be given preference. | Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position. |
| ANT214H5S - Anthropology of Food and Nutrition | UTM | 250 | 1 or 2 (depending on enrollment) | up to 100 hours (depending on enrollment) | January 1, 2026 to April 30, 2026 | See timetable: https://ttb.utoronto.ca/ | None | Teaching assistant to invigilate tests and final exams (if any), consult with supervisor and students, mark assignments, tests and final exams (if any). Other duties as required by the instructor. TAs should be prepared to perform all duties either as in-person, online or both. | Successful applicants will have completed undergraduate and/or graduate course in anthropology with a focus clearly related to nutrition and food; a good knowledge of biological aspects of the topic is required, but a strong socio-cultural background in the topic also highly desired. Skills and background to complement instructor & other TAs may be given preference. | The need to acquire experience is the more relevant criterion than previous experience in respect of this posted position. |
| ANT220H5F - Introduction to the Anthropology of Health | UTM | 150 | 1 (depending on enrollment) | up to 150 hours (depending on enrollment) | September 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025 | See timetable: https://ttb.utoronto.ca/ | Tutorials are on Tuesdays at UTM (see above TT link for times) | TA to conduct in person tutorials, invigilate tests and final exam (if any), consult with supervisor and students, mark assignments, quizzes, tests and final exams. Other duties as required by the instructor. Note that due to our new Departmental Policy, if a course has a final exam, the marking of such exams must occur at the UTM campus. | Successful applicants will have completed undergraduate and/or graduate courses in anthropology with a focus clearly related to the anthropology of health; a good knowledge of biological aspects of the topic is required, but a strong socio-cultural background in the topic also highly desired. Must be available to conduct in person tutorials on Tuesdays. Having previous experience conducting tutorials is an asset. | The need to acquire experience is the more relevant criterion than previous experience in respect of this posted position. |
| ANT241H5F - Anthropology and the Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (in Canada) | UTM | 65 | 1 (depending on enrollment) | 70 hours (depending on enrollment) | September 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025 | See timetable: https://ttb.utoronto.ca/ | None | Teaching assistant to invigilate tests and final exams (if any), consult with supervisor and students, mark assignments, tests and final exams (if any). Other duties as required by the instructor. Note that due to our new Departmental Policy, if a course has a final exam, the marking of such exams must occur at the UTM campus. | Successful applicants will have completed an undergraduate and/or graduate course related to Indigenous studies, and have experience in community engaged learning. Preference will be given to applicants with experience working in partnership with Indigenous communities. | Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position. |
| ANT340H5S - Osteological Theory and Methods | UTM | 44 | 1 or 2 (depending on enrollment) | 105 hours (depending on enrollment) | January 1, 2026 to April 30, 2026 | See timetable: https://ttb.utoronto.ca/ | Practicals are on Mondays at UTM (see above TT link for times) | Teaching assistant to invigilate tests and examinations, consult with students and with supervisor, and mark tests and examinations. Other duties as required by the instructor. The DDAH form will outline the duties in more detail. Note that due to our new Departmental Policy, if a course has a final exam, the marking of such exams must occur at the UTM campus. | Successful applicants will have completed undergraduate and/or graduate courses in human osteology; an ability to communicate information clearly; strong knowledge of theory and practice in human osteology. Candidates with previous teaching and marking experience are preferred. Must be available at UTM for tests, exams, and meetings. Must be available for practicals on Mondays at UTM. | Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position. |
| ANT415H5S - Faunal Archaeo-Osteology | UTM | 25 | 1 (depending on enrollment) | 117 hours (depending on enrollment) | January 1, 2026 to April 30, 2026 | See timetable: https://ttb.utoronto.ca/ | Practicals are on Wednesdays at UTM (see above TT link for times) | The delivery mode for this course will be “in-person”. As such, the TAs must attend labs at UTM in-person on Wednesdays from 2-5pm. The duties will include preparing and cleaning up labs, assisting students during scheduled labs, and disinfecting the labs. TAs will also invigilate midterm tests and lab tests in-person, mark research papers, assignments and tests and other duties as required. Note that due to our new Departmental Policy, if a course has a final exam, the marking of such exams must occur at the UTM campus. | Successful applicants will have completed undergraduate and/or graduate courses in archaeology and/or biological anthropology and be familiar with the majority of faunal analysis techniques examined in class; an ability to communicate information clearly; previous teaching and marking experience preferred. Must be available to conduct in person practicals on Wednesdays 2-5pm at UTM. | Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position. |
| ANT439H5F - Advanced Forensic Anthropology | UTM | 20 | 1 (depending on enrollment) | 117 hours (depending on enrollment) | September 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025 | See timetable: https://ttb.utoronto.ca/ | Practicals are on Tuesdays at UTM (see above TT link for times) | Teaching assistant to attend classes, help prepare labs, hold open labs, grade tests and consult with supervisor and students. Note that due to our new Departmental Policy, if a course has a final exam, the marking of such exams must occur at the UTM campus. | Successful applicants will have completed undergraduate and/or graduate courses in osteology and forensic anthropology (excellence in course performance should demonstrated); assisted with forensic anthropological cases including recoveries; conducted research in the area of forensic anthropology; have an ability to communicate information clearly; and previous teaching lab and marking experience is preferred. | Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position. |
| FSC100H5F - The Real CSI | UTM | 450 | 1 | 90 | September 1, 2025-December 31, 2025 | See timetable: https://ttb.utoronto.ca/ | No, but must be available at UTM for classes and Professor/TA meetings. Must also be available at UTM for ALL tests, exa | Assignment and test preparation; Invigilate all tests/exams; Respond to student inquiries/office hours; Attend lectures and generate possible test questions, Mark assignments/tests/exams; invigilate all tests/exams; attend TA meetings | Minimum qualifications: The successful TA will have a Master's degree (completed OR in progress) in one of the forensic subdisciplines fields (ANT, BIO, CHM, PSY]. Successful applicants will have substantial science course background at the graduate level and background in Forensic Science; knowledge and familiarity of areas within the various Forensic Sciences fields/forensic ident/policing; scientific research and project management is required. Preferred Qualifications: Preference is given to qualified graduate students registered with SGS, who have in addition, obtained their B.Sc. in Forensic Science at UTM and who work in research labs within the related forensic sub disciplines at UTM. | The need to acquire experience is the more relevant criterion than previous experience in respect of this posted position. |
| FSC100H5F-Head - The Real CSI | UTM | 450 | 1 | 200 | September 1, 2025-December 31, 2025 | See timetable: https://ttb.utoronto.ca/ | No, but must be available at UTM for classes and Professor/TA meetings. Must also be available at UTM for ALL tests, exa | Head TA: Assignment and test preparation; Invigilate all tests/exams; Respond to student inquiries/office hours; Attend lectures and generate possible test questions, Supervise and co-ordinate the TAs (Markers) marking meetings/grading; Prepare and deliver training to course TA's. Marking TAs: Mark assignments/tests/exams; invigilate all tests/exams; attend TA marking meetings | Minimum Qualifications: The successful Head TA will have a Masters degree (completed, or in progress) in one of the forensic sub discipline fields [ANT, BIO, CHM, PSY] Successful applicants will have substantial science course background at the graduate level and experience TAing in Forensic Science; knowledge and familiarity of areas within the various Forensic Sciences fields/forensic ident/policing; scientific research and project management is required. Preferred Qualifications: Preference is for applicants to have substantial science course background at the graduate level and background in Forensic Science; knowledge and familiarity of areas within the various Forensic Sciences fields of forensic science in Canadian criminal law and its current position within the legal system. Candidates with previous research, forensic science background, teaching, scientific research and project management, marking and field experience are preferred. Preference is given to qualified graduate students registered with SGS, who have in addition, obtained their B.Sc. in Forensic Science at UTM and who work in research labs within the related forensic sub disciplines at UTM. | Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position. |
| FSC101H5S - The Real Law & Order | UTM | 200 | 2 | 100 | January 1, 2026-April 30, 2026 | See timetable: https://ttb.utoronto.ca/ | No, but must be available at UTM for classes and Professor/TA meetings. Must also be available at UTM for ALL tests, exa | Assignment and test preparation; Invigilate all tests/exams; Respond to student inquiries/office hours; Attend lectures and generate possible test questions, Supervise and co-ordinate TAs (Markers) marking meetings/grading; Prepare and deliver training to course TA's; Mark assignments/tests/exams; invigilate all tests/exams; attend TA marking meetings | Minimum Qualifications: The successful TA will have a Masters degree (completed, or in progress) in one of the forensic sub discipline fields [ANT, BIO, CHM, SY] Successful applicants will have substantial science course background at the graduate level and experience TAing in Forensic Science; knowledge and familiarity of areas within the various Forensic Sciences fields/forensic ident/policing; scientific research and project management is required. Preferred Qualifications: Candidates with previous research, forensic science background, teaching, scientific research and project management, marking and field experience are preferred. Preference is given to qualified graduate students registered with SGS who have in addition, obtained their B.Sc. in Forensic Science at UTM and work in research labs within the related forensic sub disciplines at UTM/UofT. | The need to acquire experience is the more relevant criterion than previous experience in respect of this posted position. |
| FSC101H5S-Head - The Real Law & Order | UTM | 200 | 2 | 120 | January 1, 2026-April 30, 2026 | See timetable: https://ttb.utoronto.ca/ | No, but must be available at UTM for classes and Professor/TA meetings. Must also be available at UTM for ALL tests, exa | Head TA: Assignment and test preparation; Invigilate all tests/exams; Respond to student inquiries/office hours; Attend lectures and generate possible test questions, Supervise and co-ordinate the TAs (Markers) marking meetings/grading; Prepare and deliver training to course TA's. Marking TAs: Mark assignments/tests/exams; invigilate all tests/exams; attend TA marking meetings | Minimum Qualifications: The successful Head TA will have a Masters degree (completed, or in progress) in one of the forensic sub discipline fields [ANT, BIO, CHM, PSY] Successful applicants will have substantial science course background at the graduate level and experience TAing in Forensic Science; knowledge and familiarity of areas within the various Forensic Sciences fields/forensic ident/policing; scientific research and project management is required. Preferred Qualifications: Preference is for applicants to have substantial science course background at the graduate level and background in Forensic Science; knowledge and familiarity of areas within the various Forensic Sciences fields of forensic science in Canadian criminal law and its current position within the legal system. Candidates with previous research, forensic science background, teaching, scientific research and project management, marking and field experience are preferred. Preference is given to qualified graduate students registered with SGS, who have in addition, obtained their B.Sc. in Forensic Science at UTM and who work in research labs within the related forensic sub disciplines at UTM. | Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position. |
| FSC220H5F - Introduction to Forensic Psychology | UTM | 150 | 1 | 100 | September 1, 2025-December 31, 2025 | See timetable: https://ttb.utoronto.ca/ | No, but must be available at UTM for classes and Professor/TA meetings. Must also be available at UTM for ALL tests, exa | Consult with students and supervisor; Invigilating tests/exam; Marking of course assignments/tests/exam; Hold office hours; Respond to student queries. | Minimum Qualifications: Successful candidates will have a Masters degree (completed or in progress) in one of the forensic sub disciplines [ANT, BIO, CHM, PSY] with substantial science course background at the graduate level and a background in Forensic Science and ethics; knowledge of techniques used in forensic scientific research and project management. Preferred Qualifications: Preference is given to candidates with previous research, forensic science background, teaching, marking and field experience. Preference is given to qualified graduate students registered with SGS, who have in addition, obtained their B.Sc. in Forensic Science at UTM and who work in research labs within the related forensic sub disciplines at UTM. | The need to acquire experience is the more relevant criterion than previous experience in respect of this posted position. |
| FSC239Y5Y - Introduction to Forensic Science | UTM | 375 | 2 | 50 | September 1, 2025-April 30, 2026 | See timetable: https://ttb.utoronto.ca/ | No, but must be available at UTM for classes and Professor/TA meetings. Must also be available at UTM for ALL tests, exa | Assignment and test preparation; Grade assignments and test questions; Provide feedback to students; Invigilate all tests/exams; Respond to student inquiries/office hours; Attend lectures and generate possible test questions. | Minimum Qualifications: The successful Marker TAs will have a Master's degree (completed or in progress) in one of the forensic subdisciplines fields (ANT, BIO, CHM, PSY]. Successful applicants will have substantial science course background at the graduate level and background in Forensic Science; knowledge and familiarity of areas within the various Forensic Sciences fields/forensic ident/policing; scientific research and project management is required. Preferred Qualifications: Candidates with previous research, forensic science background, teaching, marking and field experience are preferred. Preference is given to qualified graduate students registered with SGS, who have in addition, obtained their B.Sc. in Forensic Science at UTM and who work in research labs within the related forensic sub disciplines at UTM. | The need to acquire experience is the more relevant criterion than previous experience in respect of this posted position. |
| FSC239Y5Y-Tut - Introduction to Forensic Science | UTM | Lead biweekly tutorials; Prepare tutorial materials; Invigilate all tests/exams; Respond to student inquiries/office hours; Attend lectures and generate possible test questions. | Minimum Qualifications: The Tutorial TAs will have a Master's degree (completed or in progress) [ANT, BIO, CHM, PSY]. Successful applicants for all positions will have substantial science course background at the graduate level and background in Forensic Science; knowledge and familiarity of areas within the various Forensic Sciences fields/forensic ident/policing; scientific research and project management is required. Preferred Qualifications: Candidates with previous research, forensic science background, teaching, marking and field experience are preferred.Preference is given to qualified graduate students registered with SGS, who have in addition, obtained their B.Sc. in Forensic Science at UTM and who work in research labs within the related forensic sub disciplines at UTM. | The need to acquire experience is the more relevant criterion than previous experience in respect of this posted position. | ||||||
| FSC300H5F - Forensic Identification | UTM | 40 | 2 | 70 | September 1, 2025-December 31, 2025 | See timetable: https://ttb.utoronto.ca/ | Yes. See timetable: https://ttb.utoronto.ca/ | Assist course instructor in delivery of laboratory demonstrations; Supervise group sessions; Consult with students and supervisor; Invigilating tests/exams and marking of course assignments/tests/exam; Hold office hours; respond to student queries. | Minimum Qualifications: Successful applicants will have a Masters degree (completed or in progress) in one of the forensic sub discipline fields [ANT, BIO, CHM, PSY], forensic identification training/experience is required; demonstrated excellence in course subject matter; knowledge of Canadian Policing Services & Canadian Forensic Ident procedures and techniques and/or prior experience is required. Preferred Qualifications: WHIMIS training is an asset. Preference is given to qualified graduate students registered with SGS, who have in addition, obtained their B.Sc. in Forensic Science at UTM and who work in research labs within the related forensic sub disciplines at UTM. | Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position. |
| FSC311H5F - Forensic Chemistry | UTM | 32 | 2 | 70 | September 1, 2025-December 31, 2025 | See timetable: https://ttb.utoronto.ca/ | Yes. See timetable: https://ttb.utoronto.ca/ | Assist course instructor in delivery of practical demonstrations; Supervise group sessions; Consult with students and supervisor; Invigilating tests/exams and marking of course assignments/tests/exam; Hold office hours; respond to student queries. | Minimum Qualifications: Successful applicants will have a Masters degree (completed or in progress) in Forensic Science/Chemistry together with appropriate Forensic Chemistry course background for the course to be demonstrated. Prior TAing experience is required. Preferred Qualifications: Professional designation and/or professional experience in Forensic Chemistry is highly preferred. Knowledge of analytical chemistry/forensic chemistry, previous experience with FTIR, GC-MS, LC-MS/MS, HPLC, ICP-MS, SEM, and general analytical laboratory instrumentation. Preference is given to qualified graduate students registered with SGS, who have in addition, obtained their B.Sc. in Forensic Science at UTM and who work in research labs within the related forensic sub disciplines at UTM. | Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position. |
| FSC315H5F - Forensic Biology | UTM | 24 | 1 | 70 | September 1, 2025-December 31, 2025 | See timetable: https://ttb.utoronto.ca/ | Yes. See timetable: https://ttb.utoronto.ca/ | Prep and delivery of weekly 2-hour labs and all lab demonstratives; Group in-lab supervision; Assist with marking/grading assignments; Grade entry on Quercus; Oversee, schedule and organize mock trials to ensure smooth execution of trial exercise. | Minimum Qualifications: Successful candidates will have a Master’s degree in Biology or related forensic sub discipline (in progress or completed), with an undergraduate Forensic Biology degree or substantial background in Forensic Biology. Preferred Qualifications: Professional designation and/or professional experience is an asset; demonstrated excellence in course subject matter; prior experience working in a forensic science lab setting is highly preferred, as is WHIMS training. Preference will be given to candidates with experience in the following: Laboratory Analysis of Forensic Biological Evidence and crime scene investigation; Forensic Serology & Basic Serology techniques, General experience in molecular biology methods & Forensic DNA profiling: DNA extraction methods; DNA quantitation methods; PCR; SNP genotyping (Real Time PCR and Luminex); STR genotyping using capillary sequencer, primer design. Preference is given to qualified candidates who have in addition, obtained their B.Sc. in Forensic Science at UTM. | Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position. |
| FSC316H5F - Forensic Anatomy | UTM | 80 | 1 | 70 | September 1, 2025-December 31, 2025 | See timetable: https://ttb.utoronto.ca/ | Yes. See timetable: https://ttb.utoronto.ca/ | Prep and delivery of laboratory demonstrations; Supervise group sessions; Consult with students and supervisor; Invigilating tests/exams and marking of course assignments/tests/exam; Hold office hours; Respond to student queries. | Minimum Qualifications: The successful applicant will have a Masters degree (completed) in one of the forensic sub discipline fields [ANT, BIO, CHM, PSY], with substantial anatomical knowledge. Successful applicants will have substantial science course background at the graduate level and background in Forensic Science. Preferred Qualifications: Professional designation and/or professional experience is an asset; demonstrated excellence in course subject matter; prior experience working in a forensic pathology lab setting is highly preferred, as is WHIMS training. Preference is given to qualified candidates who have in addition, obtained their B.Sc. in Forensic Science at UTM. | Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position. |
| FSC330H5F - Best Practices in Forensic Science | UTM | 80 | 2 | 60 | September 1, 2025-December 31, 2025 | See timetable: https://ttb.utoronto.ca/ | No, but must be available at UTM for classes and Professor/TA meetings. | Invigilate tests and final examinations; Hold office hours with students; Consult with supervisor; Mark assignments and examinations, Attend class discussions/presentations when requested. | Minimum Qualifications: Successful applicants will have Masters degree (completed or in progress) in one of the forensic sub discipline fields [ANT, BIO, CHM, PSY] with substantial science course background at the graduate level and a background in Forensic Science and ethics; knowledge of techniques used in forensic scientific research and project management. Preferred Qualifications: Preference is given to qualified graduate students registered with SGS, who have in addition, obtained their B.Sc. in Forensic Science at UTM and who work in research labs within the related forensic sub disciplines at UTM. | Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position. |
| FSC335H5S - Forensic Epistemology and Theory | UTM | 75 | 1 | 120 | January 1, 2026-APril 30, 2026 | See timetable: https://ttb.utoronto.ca/ | No, but must be available at UTM for classes and Professor/TA meetings. | Teaching assistant to invigilate tests and final examinations, Hold office hours with students; Consult with supervisor; Mark assignments and examinations, Attend class discussions/presentations. | Minimum Qualifications: Successful applicants will have Masters degree (completed or in progress) in one of the forensic sub discipline fields [ANT, BIO, CHM, PSY] with substantial science course background at the graduate level and a background in Forensic Science and ethics; knowledge of techniques used in forensic scientific research and project management. Preferred Qualifications: Preference is given to qualified graduate students registered with SGS, who have in addition, obtained their B.Sc. in Forensic Science at UTM and who work in research labs within the related forensic sub disciplines at UTM. | The need to acquire experience is the more relevant criterion than previous experience in respect of this posted position. |
| FSC340H5F - Research Design | UTM | 40 | 1 | 70 | September 1, 2025-December 31, 2025 | See timetable: https://ttb.utoronto.ca/ | Yes. See timetable: https://ttb.utoronto.ca/ | Assist course instructor in delivery of practical demonstrations; Supervise group sessions; Consult with students and supervisor; Invigilating tests/exams and marking of course assignments/tests/exam; Hold office hours; respond to student queries. | Minimum Qualifications: A Masters degree (completed or in progress) in one of the forensic sub discipline fields [ANT, BIO, CHM, PSY] with substantial science course background at the graduate level and a background in Forensic Science is required. Research experience is required, including knowledge of UTM ethics review protocols and writing research proposals; excellent communication skills; interest, enthusiasm, and experience in scientific research; rapport with undergraduates; knowledge of techniques used in scientific research and project management. Preferred Qualifications: Candidates with previous research, forensic science background, teaching, marking experience are preferred. Preference is given to qualified graduate students registered with SGS, who have in addition, obtained their B.Sc. in Forensic Science at UTM and who work in research labs within the related forensic sub disciplines at UTM. | Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position. |
| FSC350H5F - Special Topics in Forensic Science | UTM | 40 | 1 | 70 | September 1, 2025-December 31, 2025 | See timetable: https://ttb.utoronto.ca/ | No, but must be available at UTM for classes and Professor/TA meetings. | Teaching assistant to invigilate tests and final examinations, Hold office hours with students; Consult with supervisor; Mark assignments and examinations, Attend class discussions/presentations. | Minimum qualifications: Successful candidates will have a Master’s degree in Psychology or related forensic sub discipline field (in progress or completed), with an undergraduate Forensic Science degree or substantial background in Forensic Science. Preferred qualifications: Preference is given to qualified candidates who have in addition, obtained their B.Sc. in Forensic Science at UTM. Preference is given to qualified graduate students registered with SGS, who have in addition, obtained their B.Sc. in Forensic Science at UTM and who work in research labs within the related forensic sub disciplines at UTM. | The need to acquire experience is the more relevant criterion than previous experience in respect of this posted position. |
| FSC360H5F - Evidence, Law and Forensic Science in Canada | UTM | 150 | 1 | 110 | September 1, 2025-December 31, 2025 | See timetable: https://ttb.utoronto.ca/ | No, but must be available at UTM for classes and Professor/TA meetings. | Teaching assistant to invigilate tests and final examinations, Hold office hours with students; Consult with supervisor; Mark assignments and examinations, Attend class discussions/presentations. | Minimum Qualifications: Successful applicants will have Masters degree (completed or in progress) in one of the forensic sub discipline fields [ANT, BIO, CHM, PSY] with substantial science course background at the graduate level and a background in Forensic Science and ethics; knowledge of techniques used in forensic scientific research and project management. Preferred Qualifications: Preference is given to qualified graduate students registered with SGS, who have in addition, obtained their B.Sc. in Forensic Science at UTM and who work in research labs within the related forensic sub disciplines at UTM. | The need to acquire experience is the more relevant criterion than previous experience in respect of this posted position. |
| FSC403H5S - Forensic Analytical Toxicology | UTM | 16 | 1 | 70 | January 1, 2026-APril 30, 2026 | See timetable: https://ttb.utoronto.ca/ | Yes. See timetable: https://ttb.utoronto.ca/ | Assist course instructor in delivery of laboratory demonstrations; Supervise group sessions; Consult with students and supervisor; Invigilating tests/exams and marking of course assignments/tests/exam; Hold office hours; Respond to student queries. | Minimum Qualifications: A Masters degree in CHM (or one of the other Forensic subdisciplines ANT/BIO/PSY (completed or in progress) in addition, candidates must also hold a Bachelor of Science degree in Forensic Chemistry, or equivalent. Candidate must have previous TA laboratory demonstrative experience in FSC311H5 and FSC402H5/FSC403H5 (or equivalent) and/or have at least taken FSC311H5 and FSC402H5/FSC403H5 (or equivalent). Preferred Qualifications: Preference is given to qualified graduate students registered with SGS, who have in addition, obtained their B.Sc. in Forensic Science at UTM and who work in research labs within the related forensic sub disciplines at UTM. | Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position. |
| FSC481Y5Y-BIO - Internship in Forensic Science | UTM | 25 | 1 | 35 | September 1, 2025-April 30, 2026 | See timetable: https://ttb.utoronto.ca/ | No, but must be available at UTM for classes and Professor/TA meetings. | Typical duties include, but are not limited to: Reviewing and grading ethics applications and research proposals submitted by students; providing feedback on proposals; conducting a mock interview; providing feedback to students regarding their presentations; helping students develop professionalism in the practice of forensic science. | Minimum Qualifications: A Masters degree (completed or in progress) in Biology, with substantial science course background at the graduate level and a background in Forensic Science is required. Research experience is required, including knowledge of UTM ethics review protocols and writing research proposals; excellent communication skills; available to students via email within 24 hours (excluding weekends) for duration of TAship; must be able to attend classes; an ability to communicate information clearly; interest, enthusiasm, and experience in scientific research; rapport with undergraduates; knowledge of techniques used in scientific research and project management. Preferred Qualifications: Candidates with previous research, forensic science background, teaching, marking and field experience and are preferred. Preference is given to qualified graduate students registered with SGS, who have in addition, obtained their B.Sc. in Forensic Science at UTM and who work in research labs within the related forensic sub disciplines at UTM. | Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position. |
| FSC481Y5Y-PSY - Internship in Forensic Science | UTM | 25 | 1 | 35 | September 1, 2025-April 30, 2026 | See timetable: https://ttb.utoronto.ca/ | No, but must be available at UTM for classes and Professor/TA meetings. | Typical duties include, but are not limited to: Reviewing and grading ethics applications and research proposals submitted by students; providing feedback on proposals; conducting a mock interview; providing feedback to students regarding their presentations; helping students develop professionalism in the practice of forensic science. | Minimum Qualifications: A Masters degree (completed or in progress) in Psychology, with substantial science course background at the graduate level and a background in Forensic Science is required. Research experience is required, including knowledge of UTM ethics review protocols and writing research proposals; excellent communication skills; available to students via email within 24 hours (excluding weekends) for duration of TAship; must be able to attend classes; an ability to communicate information clearly; interest, enthusiasm, and experience in scientific research; rapport with undergraduates; knowledge of techniques used in scientific research and project management. Preferred Qualifications: Candidates with previous research, forensic science background, teaching, marking and field experience and are preferred. Preference is given to qualified graduate students registered with SGS, who have in addition, obtained their B.Sc. in Forensic Science at UTM and who work in research labs within the related forensic sub disciplines at UTM. | Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position. |
| FSC481Y5Y-Stats - Internship in Forensic Science | UTM | 25 | 1 | 35 | September 1, 2025-April 30, 2026 | See timetable: https://ttb.utoronto.ca/ | No, but must be available at UTM for classes and Professor/TA meetings. | Typical duties include, but are not limited to: Consulting one-on-one on statistical analysis on research proposals submitted by students; Providing detailed feedback on proposals; Consult with supervisor; Mark assignments, Attend class discussions/presentations; Hold regular office hours. | Minimum Qualifications: A Masters degree (completed or in progress) in statistics with substantial science course background at the graduate level in data collection, analysis and reporting. Expertise with applied statistics, including methods of visualizing and analyzing univariate, bivariate, and multivariate data. Research experience is required, including knowledge of writing and reviewing research proposals; excellent communication skills; interest, enthusiasm, and experience in scientific research; available to students via email within 24 hours (excluding weekends) for duration of TAship. Preferred Qualifications: Candidates with previous research, forensic science background, teaching, marking and field experience and are preferred. Preference is given to qualified graduate students registered with SGS, who have in addition, obtained their B.Sc. in Forensic Science at UTM and who work in research labs within the related forensic sub disciplines at UTM. | Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position. |
| FSC482H5Y - Professional Practice in Forensic Science | UTM | 40 | 1 | 50 | September 1, 2025-April 30, 2026 | See timetable: https://ttb.utoronto.ca/ | No, but must be available at UTM for classes and Professor/TA meetings. | Typical duties include, but are not limited to: Invigilate tests and final examinations, Hold office hours with students; Consult with supervisor; Mark assignments and tests, Attend class discussions/presentations. conducting a mock interview; providing feedback to students regarding their presentations; helping students develop professionalism in the practice of forensic science. | Minimum qualifications: A Masters degree (completed or in progress) in one of the forensic sub discipline fields [ANT, BIO, CHM, PSY] with substantial science course background at the graduate level and a background in Forensic Science is required. Research experience is required, including knowledge of UTM ethics review protocols and writing research proposals; excellent communication skills; available to students via email within 24 hours (excluding weekends) for duration of TAship; must be able to attend classes; an ability to communicate information clearly; interest, enthusiasm, and experience in scientific research; rapport with undergraduates; knowledge of techniques used in scientific research and project management. Preferred qualifications: Candidates with previous research, forensic science background, teaching, marking and field experience and are preferred. Preference is given to qualified graduate students registered with SGS, who have in addition, obtained their B.Sc. in Forensic Science at UTM and who work in research labs within the related forensic sub disciplines at UTM. | Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position. |
| FSC483H5Y - Collaborative Research Internship | UTM | 24 | 1 | 50 | September 1, 2025-April 30, 2026 | See timetable: https://ttb.utoronto.ca/ | No, but must be available at UTM for classes and Professor/TA meetings. | Typical duties include, but are not limited to: Conducting statistical consultations with forensic science students conducting capstone research projects; methods of visualizing and analyzing univariate, bivariate, and multivariate data in forensic science, with emphasis on practical applications of statistics in various forensic sub-disciplines. | Minimum Qualifications: A Masters degree (completed or in progress) in statistics or closely related field, with substantial science course background at the graduate level. Research experience is required, including knowledge of UTM ethics review protocols and writing research proposals; excellent communication skills; available to students via email within 24 hours (excluding weekends) for duration of TAship; an ability to communicate information clearly; interest, enthusiasm, and experience in scientific research; rapport with undergraduates; knowledge of techniques used in scientific research and project management. Preferred Qualifications: Candidates with previous research, forensic science background, teaching, marking and field experience and are preferred. Preference is given to qualified graduate students registered with SGS, who have in addition, obtained their B.Sc. in Forensic Science at UTM and who work in research labs within the related forensic sub disciplines at UTM. | Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position. |
| ANTA01H3F_L01 - Introduction to Anthropology: Becoming Human | UTSC | 480 | 1 | 80 | September 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025 | https://ttb.utoronto.ca/ | Y | Preparation for classes; preparation of written or audio-visual materials; possibly attending lectures, teaching, and/or leading discussions; rating students' work; holding office hours; consulting with students (including electronic consultation); writing, grading and/or invigilation of tests/examinations; grading term papers and essays; communicating with course instructor and other TAs; other ad hoc tasks. There may be a mandatory 4 hour online training before or during the term. | Successful applicant will have completed undergraduate and graduate courses in biological anthropology and/or archaeology. Skills and background to complement instructor & other TAs will be given preference. Research specialization in topics of direct relevance to the course content (i.e., paleoanthropology, Paleolithic archaeology) preferred. Experience supervising labs and/or tutorials on Physical Anthropology and Archaeology required. | The need to acquire experience is the more relevant criterion than previous experience in respect of this posted position. |
| ANTA01H3F_L02 - Introduction to Anthropology: Becoming Human | UTSC | 480 | 3 | 80 | September 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025 | https://ttb.utoronto.ca/ | Y | Preparation for classes; preparation of written or audio-visual materials; possibly attending lectures, teaching, and/or leading discussions; rating students' work; holding office hours; consulting with students (including electronic consultation); writing, grading and/or invigilation of tests/examinations; grading term papers and essays; communicating with course instructor and other TAs; other ad hoc tasks. There may be a mandatory 4 hour online training before or during the term. | Successful applicant will have completed undergraduate and graduate courses in biological anthropology and/or archaeology. Skills and background to complement instructor & other TAs will be given preference. Research specialization in topics of direct relevance to the course content (i.e., paleoanthropology, Paleolithic archaeology) preferred. Experience supervising labs and/or tutorials on Physical Anthropology and Archaeology required. | The need to acquire experience is the more relevant criterion than previous experience in respect of this posted position. |
| ANTA01H3S - Introduction to Anthropology: Becoming Human | UTSC | 480 | 3 | 76 | January 1 2026 - April 30 2026 | https://ttb.utoronto.ca/ | Y | Preparation of classes; preparation of written or audio-visual materials; possibly attending lectures, teaching, and/or leading discussions; rating student’s work; holding office hours; consulting with students (including electronic consultation); writing, grading and/or invigilation of tests/examinations; grading term papers and essays; communicating with course instructor and other TAs; other ad hoc tasks. It will require TA to perform all normal duties including administration and marking of assignments, tests and exams; hold office hours. Teaching assistant will assist with Quercus setup and maintenance. Other duties as assigned by instructor. Teaching assistant to consult with supervisor, mark assignments and/or examinations, invigilate tests and final examinations. | Successful applicants will have completed undergraduate and graduate courses in biological anthropology and/or archaeology. Skills and background to complement instructor & other TAs will be given preference. Research specialization in topics of direct relevance to the course content (i.e., paleoanthropology, Paleolithic archaeology) preferred. | The need to acquire experience is the more relevant criterion than previous experience in respect of this posted position. |
| ANTA02H3S_L01 - Introduction to Anthropology: Society, Culture and Language | UTSC | 200 | 2 | 65 | January 1 2026 - April 30 2026 | https://ttb.utoronto.ca/ | Y | Preparation for classes; preparation of written or audio-visual materials; possibly attending lectures, teaching, and/or leading discussions; rating students' work; holding office hours; consulting with students (including electronic consultation); writing, grading and/or invigilation of tests/examinations; grading term papers and essays and giving written feedback; communicating with course instructor and other TAs; other ad hoc tasks. There may be a mandatory 4 hour online training before or during the term. | Successful applicants will have completed undergraduate and graduate courses in sociocultural anthropology and/or linguistic anthropology; an ability to communicate information clearly, previous teaching and marking experience preferred. Skills and background to complement instructor & other TAs will be given preference. | The need to acquire experience is the more relevant criterion than previous experience in respect of this posted position. |
| ANTA02H3S_L02 - Introduction to Anthropology: Society, Culture and Language | UTSC | 200 | 5 | 70 | January 1 2026 - April 30 2026 | https://ttb.utoronto.ca/ | Y | Preparation for classes; preparation of written or audio-visual materials; possibly attending lectures, teaching, and/or leading discussions; rating students' work; holding office hours; consulting with students (including electronic consultation); writing, grading and/or invigilation of tests/examinations; grading term papers and essays; communicating with course instructor and other TAs; other ad hoc tasks. There may be a mandatory 4 hour online training before or during the term. | Successful applicants will have completed undergraduate and graduate courses in sociocultural anthropology and/or linguistic anthropology; an ability to communicate information clearly, previous teaching and marking experience preferred. Skills and background to complement instructor & other TAs will be given preference. | The need to acquire experience is the more relevant criterion than previous experience in respect of this posted position. |
| ANTB05H3S - Culture and Society in Africa | UTSC | 40 | 1 | 52 | January 1 2026 - April 30 2026 | https://ttb.utoronto.ca/ | Y | Preparation of classes; preparation of written or audio-visual materials; possibly attending lectures, teaching, and/or leading discussions; rating student’s work; holding office hours; consulting with students (including electronic consultation); writing, grading and/or invigilation of tests/examinations; grading term papers and essays; communicating with course instructor and other TAs; other ad hoc tasks. It will require TA to perform all normal duties including administration and marking of assignments, tests and exams; hold office hours. Teaching assistant will assist with Quercus setup and maintenance. Other duties as assigned by instructor. Teaching assistant to consult with supervisor, mark assignments and/or examinations, invigilate tests and final examinations. | Successful applicant must have expertise in sociocultural anthropology with knowledge of Africa preferred. Appropriate background for the course (Culture and Society in Africa). | The need to acquire experience is the more relevant criterion than previous experience in respect of this posted position. |
| ANTB14H3F - Biological Anthropology: Beginnings | UTSC | 75 | 1 | 62 | September 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025 | https://ttb.utoronto.ca/ | Y | Teaching assistant to conduct tutorials, invigilate tests and final examinations, consult with student, consult with supervisor, and mark tutorial assignments and examinations. Must be available to attend classes at UTSC. | Successful applicant will have an understanding of macroevolution and how to interpret phylogeny/cladograms that is commensurate with a background in biological/evolutionary anthropology at the graduate level. Successful applicant will also have a knowledge of nonhuman primate taxonomy, hominin taxonomy, skeletal morphology and primatology commensurate with a background in biological/evolutionary anthropology at the graduate level. | The need to acquire experience is the more relevant criterion than previous experience in respect of this posted position. |
| ANTB19H3F - Ethnography and the Comparative Study of Human Societies | UTSC | 80 | 1 | 90 | September 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025 | https://ttb.utoronto.ca/ | Y | Classes will be held in person. Preparation for classes; preparation of written or audio-visual materials; possibly attending lectures, teaching, and/or leading discussions; rating students' work; holding office hours; consulting with students (including electronic consultation); writing, grading and/or invigilation of tests/examinations; grading term papers and essays; communicating with course instructor and other TAs; other ad hoc tasks. There may be a mandatory 4 hour online training before or during the term. | Successful applicant to have a general background in Socio-cultural Anthropology at the graduate level. Preference may be given to candidates with ethnographic research experience. Ability to use Quercus and experience with www.turnitin.com. Ability to instruct in writing; strong desire to advise students and help them learn; established record of teaching excellence. | The need to acquire experience is the more relevant criterion than previous experience in respect of this posted position. |
| ANTC47H3F - Human and Primate Comparative Osteology | UTSC | 24 | 1 | 65 | September 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025 | https://ttb.utoronto.ca/ | Y | Teaching assistant to conduct weekly in-class tutorials, invigilate tests and final examinations, consult with student, consult with supervisor, and mark tutorial assignments and examinations. Must be available to attend classes at UTSC. Preparation of classes; preparation of written or audio-visual materials; possibly attending lectures, teaching, and/or leading discussions; rating student’s work; holding office hours; consulting with students (including electronic consultation); writing, grading and/or invigilation of tests/examinations; grading term papers and essays; communicating with course instructor and other TAs; other ad hoc tasks. Teaching assistant will assist with Quercus setup and maintenance. Other duties as assigned by instructor. | Successful applicant to have a general background in biological anthropology and human osteology at the graduate level. Previous teaching and marking experience preferred. | Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position. |
| ANTC61H3F - Medical Anthropology: Illness and Healing in Cultural Perspective | UTSC | 60 | 1 | 42 | September 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025 | https://ttb.utoronto.ca/ | 1 | Preparation of classes; preparation of written or audio-visual materials; possibly attending lectures, teaching, and/or leading discussions; rating student’s work; holding office hours; consulting with students (including electronic consultation); writing, grading and/or invigilation of tests/examinations; grading term papers and essays; communicating with course instructor and other TAs; other ad hoc tasks. Please note this course will be offered completely online or hybrid. It will require TA to perform all normal duties related to teaching in an online environment, including administration and marking of online assignments, tests and exams; hold online office hours. Teaching assistant will assist with Quercus setup and maintenance. Other duties as assigned by instructor. | Successful applicant to have a general background in socio-cultural anthropology at the graduate level. Familiarity with medical anthropology an asset. | Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position. |
Notes:
The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission. The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities. If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact uoft.careers@utoronto.ca. During employment, to request accommodation from the University, contact the supervisor or department chair and/or Health & Wellbeing Programs & Services at hwb@utoronto.ca. For more information about accommodations at U of T, please visit our Accommodation webpage.
The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons / persons of colour, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQ+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.
Candidates who are members of Indigenous, Black, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity seeking groups are encouraged to apply, and their lived experience shall be taken into consideration as applicable to the position.
This job is posted in accordance with the CUPE 3902 Unit 1 Collective Agreement. The Departmental Hiring Policy is available in the Department Office and in the CUPE, local 3902 office. The position(s) posted above is (are) tentative, pending final course determinations and enrolments.
Duties of this position shall be performed at the campus on which the position is located. Where the duties are intended to be performed at another location, such other location will be specified in the posting.
Although a graduate student’s preference as to the campus location of his/her TA appointment will be taken into account, both the initial TA appointment (CI appointment) and the subsequent appointment obligation related to that appointment may be met through position(s) on any one of the three University of Toronto campuses (UTM, UTSC or St George) in courses in the same discipline as the initial appointment. TAs will only be assigned to courses in fields in which they are or should be qualified to assist.
Positions posted here are open to Graduate Students in the School of Graduate Studies, Postdoctoral Fellows and Undergraduate Students in the University of Toronto.
Preference in hiring shall be given to Graduate Students enrolled in the School of Graduate Studies of the University of Toronto or those who have made application to be enrolled in the School of Graduate Studies of the University of Toronto.
The hiring criteria for Teaching Assistant positions are academic qualifications, the need to acquire experience, previous experience and previous satisfactory employment under the provisions of this Collective Agreement.
The rates of pay correspond with the current CUPE Agreement and are as follows:
Effective January 1, 2025: UG $52.97 per hour (+ vacation pay) / SGSI 52.97 per hour (+ vacation pay) / SGSII $52.97 per hour (+ vacation pay)
Please note that should rates stipulated in the collective agreement vary from rates stated in this posting, the rates stated in the collective agreement shall prevail.
If during the application and/or selection process you require accommodation due to a disability, please contact Josie Alaimo, Undergraduate Administrator.