Employment Opportunities

TEACHING ASSISTANT POSTING DALHOUSIE UNIVERSITY
Halifax, NS B3H 3E2

POSITION: Teaching Assistant (1 x 90-hour position) for ENVS/ERTH/GEOG 4530, Fall 2026
DEPARTMENT/LOCATION: Earth and Environmental Sciences, Faculty of Science
POSTING DATE: July 29, 2026
APPLICATION DEADLINE: August 15, 2026
RATE OF PAY: According to the CUPE Agreement

WORK ASSIGNMENT: The Teaching Assistant will be responsible for assisting the primary instructor for ENVS/ERTH/GEOG 4520 "Environmental Remote Sensing " with delivering the lab component of the class. Responsibilities include monitoring and providing student help in 1 x 3 hr lab section per week; monitoring and responding to discussion board questions related to structured workshops and lab projects; grading a range of assessments (both lab and lecture based); and providing occasional one on one assistance through screen sharing applications.

The TA  reports directly to the instructor.

REQUIREMENTS: The Teaching Assistant must be senior undergraduate or graduate students at 海角社区app University, with strong command of Remote Sensing and Geographic Information Systems software (primarily Catalyst or ENVI; ESRI ArcGIS Pro鈩�). The ability to communicate effectively, to lead and engage ENVS/ERTH/GEOG 4530 students and provide constructive feedback are required skills for this position. Priority will be given to candidates with previous experience TAing this course.

Applications must include a brief covering letter, a r茅sum茅 or curriculum vitae, and should be sent to:

Alexandra Arnott
Earth and Environmental Sciences
Faculty of Science 海角社区app University
Halifax, NS CANADA, B3H 4J1
eestaapps@dal.ca

All offers of employment are conditional upon sufficient student enrolment in the class and approval by the University.

Non-student, TA assignments are limited to no more than six hundred and fifty hours per term. For clarity, this means TAs cannot work in excess of five (5) TA130 contracts.

If a TA has accepted six hundred and fifty contract hours in a term, they are not able to accept any additional TA, marker or demonstrator hours.

海角社区app University is committed to fostering a collegial culture grounded in diversity and inclusiveness. The university encourages applications from Aboriginal people, persons with a disability, racially visible persons, women, persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. For more information, please visit

TEACHING ASSISTANT POSTING DALHOUSIE UNIVERSITY
Halifax, NS B3H 3E2

POSITIONS: Teaching Assistants (90-hour, multiple) for ENVS / ERTH / GEOG 3500 Fall 2026
DEPARTMENT/LOCATION: Earth and Environmental Sciences, Faculty of Science POSTING DATE: July 29, 2026
APPLICATION DEADLINE: August 15, 2026
RATE OF PAY: According to the CUPE Agreement

WORK ASSIGNMENT: The Teaching Assistant will be responsible for assisting the primary instructor for ENVS / ERTH / GEOG 3500 "Geographic Information Science and Spatial Data" with both delivering the lab component of the class and grading assessments. Responsibilities include delivery of in-person lab sessions; monitoring and responding to discussion board questions related to structured workshops and lab projects; minor editing of workshop instructions; grading lab related and class related assessments; and providing occasional one on one assistance through screen sharing applications. The TA reports directly to the instructor.

REQUIREMENTS: The Teaching Assistant must be senior undergraduate or graduate students at 海角社区app University, with strong command of Geographic Information Systems software (primarily ESRI ArcGIS Pro鈩�). The ability to communicate effectively, to lead and engage ERTH 3500 students and provide constructive feedback are required skills for this position.

Applications must include a brief covering letter, a r茅sum茅 (or curriculum vitae), and should be sent to:

Alexandra Arnott
Earth and Environmental Sciences
Faculty of Science 海角社区app University
Halifax, NS CANADA, B3H 4J1
eestaapps@dal.ca 

All offers of employment are conditional upon sufficient student enrolment in the class and approval by the University.

Non-student, TA assignments are limited to no more than six hundred and fifty hours per term. For clarity, this means TAs cannot work in excess of five (5) TA130 contracts.

If a TA has accepted six hundred and fifty contract hours in a term, they are not able to accept any additional TA, marker or demonstrator hours.

海角社区app University is committed to fostering a collegial culture grounded in diversity and inclusiveness. The university encourages applications from Aboriginal people, persons with a disability, racially visible persons, women, persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. For more information, please visit

DEPARTMENT: Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences, Faculty of Science
POSTING DATE: July 29, 2026
APPLICATION DEADLINE: August 15, 2026
RATE OF PAY: According to the CUPE Agreement
POSITION(S): The following Teaching Assistant positions are available for the Fall 2026 term:

WORK ASSIGNMENT: Teaching Assistants assist the instructor in the presentation and delivery of labs. Duties may include preparation of teaching material, marking, invigilation, and communication with students and instructor. The TA reports directly to the instructor.

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE: Applicants must be senior undergraduate, or graduate students at 海角社区app University. They must have knowledge of the subject matter being taught and be comfortable in facilitating the learning of undergraduate students. Priority will be given to candidates with previous experience TAing this course.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Applications must include a brief covering letter, a r茅sum茅 or curriculum vitae, and should be sent to:

Alexandra Arnott
Earth and Environmental Sciences
Faculty of Science
海角社区app University
Halifax, NS CANADA
eestaapps@dal.ca

All offers of employment are conditional upon sufficient student enrolment in the class and approval by the University.

Non-student, TA assignments are limited to no more than six hundred and fifty hours per term. For clarity, this means TAs cannot work in excess of five (5) TA130 contracts.

If a TA has accepted six hundred and fifty contract hours in a term, they are not able to accept any additional TA, marker or demonstrator hours.

海角社区app University is committed to fostering a collegial culture grounded in diversity and inclusiveness. The university encourages applications from Indigenous persons, persons with a disability, racially visible persons, women, persons of a minority sexual orientation and/or gender identity, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. For more information, please visit

Teaching Assistant Posting Fall and Winter 2026-27

DEPARTMENT: Faculty of Science (Earth and Environmental Sciences)
POSTING DATE: July 29, 2026
APPLICATION DEADLINE: August 15, 2026
RATE OF PAY: According to the CUPE Agreement

POSITION(S): The following Teaching Assistant position is available for the Fall and Winter 2026-27:

WORK ASSIGNMENT: The TA assists the instructor in the presentation and delivery of labs. Duties may include preparation of teaching material, marking, invigilation, and communication with students and instructor. The TA reports directly to the instructor.

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE: Applicants must be senior undergraduate, or graduate students at 海角社区app University. They must have knowledge of the subject matter being taught and be comfortable in facilitating the learning of undergraduate students. Priority will be given to candidates with previous experience TAing this course.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Applications must include a brief covering letter, a r茅sum茅 or curriculum vitae, and should be sent to:

Alexandra Arnott
Earth and Environmental Sciences
Faculty of Science
海角社区app University
Halifax, NS CANADA
eestaapps@dal.ca 

All offers of employment as a part-time academic are conditional upon sufficient student enrolment in the course and approval by the University.

Non-student, TA assignments are limited to no more than six hundred and fifty hours per term. For clarity, this means TAs cannot work in excess of five (5) TA130 contracts.

If a TA has accepted six hundred and fifty contract hours in a term, they are not able to accept any additional TA, marker or demonstrator hours.

海角社区app University is committed to fostering a collegial culture grounded in diversity and inclusiveness. The university encourages applications from Indigenous persons, persons with a disability, racially visible persons, women, persons of a minority sexual orientation and/or gender identity, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. For more information, please visit 

DEPARTMENT: Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences, Faculty of Science
POSTING DATE: July 29, 2026
APPLICATION DEADLINE: August 15, 2026
RATE OF PAY: According to the CUPE Agreement
POSITION(S): One 90-hour Teaching Assistant for ERTH 2110 Field and Mapping Methods, Fall 2026.

WORK ASSIGNMENT: Teaching Assistants assist the instructor in the presentation and delivery of labs. Duties may include marking, invigilation, and communication with students and instructor. The TA reports directly to the instructor.

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE: Applicants must be senior undergraduate, or graduate students at 海角社区app University. They must have knowledge of the subject matter being taught and be comfortable in facilitating the learning of undergraduate students. Priority will be given to candidates with previous experience TAing this course.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Applications must include a brief covering letter, a r茅sum茅 or curriculum vitae, and should be sent to:

Alexandra Arnott
Earth and Environmental Sciences
Faculty of Science
海角社区app University
Halifax, NS CANADA
eestaapps@dal.ca

All offers of employment are conditional upon sufficient student enrolment in the class and approval by the University.

Non-student, TA assignments are limited to no more than six hundred and fifty hours per term. For clarity, this means TAs cannot work in excess of five (5) TA130 contracts.

If a TA has accepted six hundred and fifty contract hours in a term, they are not able to accept any additional TA, marker or demonstrator hours.

海角社区app University is committed to fostering a collegial culture grounded in diversity and inclusiveness. The university encourages applications from Indigenous persons, persons with a disability, racially visible persons, women, persons of a minority sexual orientation and/or gender identity, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. For more information, please visit

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE TEACHING ASSISTANTS 鈥� Fall Term 2026

Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences Faculty of Science
海角社区app University
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada B3H 4R2

APPLICATION DEADLINE: August 15, 2026
POSITION: Teaching Assistants for ENVS 1100.03, Foundations of Environmental Science: ecosphere, resources & sustainability
SALARY: 3 TAs at 65 hours as per CUPE Collective Agreement

JOB DESCRIPTION: Teaching assistants will lead undergraduate students in tutorial sessions covering a variety of topics in introductory-level environmental science and environmental studies. TAs will grade tutorial assignments and student participation. The tutorials are designed to be hands-on to provide opportunities for small group discussions. TAs are also responsible for tutorial preparation, assessment grading, and exam invigilation.

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE: Successful applicants must be senior undergraduate, graduate or professional students at 海角社区app University, in a field related to environmental science/studies or with undergraduate education in a field related to environmental science. TAs must be reliable, energetic, and enthusiastic about the tutorial topics, and comfortable in facilitating the learning of undergraduate students in the tutorials. Priority will be given to candidates with previous experience TAing this course.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Applications must include a brief covering letter, a r茅sum茅 or curriculum vitae, and should be sent to:

Alexandra Arnott
Earth and Environmental Sciences
Faculty of Science
海角社区app University
Halifax, NS CANADA
eestaapps@dal.ca

All offers of employment as a part-time academic are conditional upon sufficient student enrolment in the course and approval by the University.

Non-student, TA assignments are limited to no more than six hundred and fifty hours per term. For clarity, this means TAs cannot work in excess of five (5) TA130 contracts.

If a TA has accepted six hundred and fifty contract hours in a term, they are not able to accept any additional TA, marker or demonstrator hours.

海角社区app University is committed to fostering a collegial culture grounded in diversity and inclusiveness. The university encourages applications from Aboriginal people, persons with a disability, racially visible persons, women, persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community.

Teaching Assistant Position 鈥� Fall Term 2026
Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences Faculty of Science
海角社区app University
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada B3H 4R2

Course: ENVS 3501: Environmental Problem Solving I in Fall Term 2026

Application Deadline: August 15, 2026

Position: 1 Teaching Assistant at 65 hours

Salary: according to CUPE collective agreement

Work Assignment: The Teaching Assistant will be responsible for assisting the course instructor teaching ENVS 3501 鈥淓nvironmental Problem Solving I鈥� by grading quizzes and assignments as well as updating and maintaining the class grade database. Duties may include preparation of teaching material, marking, invigilation, and communication with students and instructor. The TA reports directly to the instructor.

Requirements of Position: The Teaching Assistant must be a senior undergraduate, graduate, or professional student at 海角社区app University. Preference will be given to candidates with a broad environmental focus in their studies (experience in both science and social science is an asset). The TA will be required to work online and in consultation with the instructor of the course. The TA must be reliable, energetic, and enthusiastic about the position. Priority will be given to candidates with previous experience TAing this course.

Application Procedure: Applications must include a brief covering letter, a r茅sum茅 or curriculum vitae, and should be sent to:

Alexandra Arnott
Earth and Environmental Sciences
Faculty of Science
海角社区app University
Halifax, NS CANADA
eestaapps@dal.ca

All offers of employment as a part-time academic are conditional upon sufficient student enrolment in the course and approval by the University.

Non-student, TA assignments are limited to no more than six hundred and fifty hours per term. For clarity, this means TAs cannot work in excess of five (5) TA130 contracts.

If a TA has accepted six hundred and fifty contract hours in a term, they are not able to accept any additional TA, marker or demonstrator hours.

海角社区app University is committed to fostering a collegial culture grounded in diversity and inclusiveness. The university encourages applications from Aboriginal people, persons with a disability, racially visible persons, women, persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community.

DEPARTMENT: Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences, Faculty of Science
POSTING DATE: August 10, 2026
APPLICATION DEADLINE: August 24, 2026
RATE OF PAY: According to the CUPE Agreement

POSITION(S): The following Teaching Assistant positions are available for the Fall 2026 term:

WORK ASSIGNMENT: Teaching Assistants assist the instructor in the presentation and delivery of labs. Duties may include preparation of teaching material, marking, invigilation, and communication with students and instructor. The TA reports directly to the instructor.

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE: Applicants must be senior undergraduate, or graduate students at 海角社区app University. They must have knowledge of the subject matter being taught and be comfortable in facilitating the learning of undergraduate students. Priority will be given to candidates with previous experience TAing this course.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Applications must include a brief covering letter, a r茅sum茅 or curriculum vitae, and should be sent to:

Alexandra Arnott
Earth and Environmental Sciences
Faculty of Science
海角社区app University
Halifax, NS CANADA
eestaapps@dal.ca

All offers of employment are conditional upon sufficient student enrolment in the class and approval by the University.

Non-student, TA assignments are limited to no more than six hundred and fifty hours per term. For clarity, this means TAs cannot work in excess of five (5) TA130 contracts.

If a TA has accepted six hundred and fifty contract hours in a term, they are not able to accept any additional TA, marker or demonstrator hours.

海角社区app University is committed to fostering a collegial culture grounded in diversity and inclusiveness. The university encourages applications from Indigenous persons, persons with a disability, racially visible persons, women, persons of a minority sexual orientation and/or gender identity, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. For more information, please visit

TEACHING ASSISTANT Posting
ENVS2100 Environmental Informatics (Fall 2026)

CLOSING DATE: 24 Aug 2026
POSITIONS:
1 x Teaching Assistant, 90-hour position
1 x Teach Assistant, 65-hour position
*rate of pay is according to the CUPE Agreement
DEPARTMENT/UNIT:  Earth and Environmental Sciences, Faculty of Science, 海角社区app University

JOB DESCRIPTION: The Teaching Assistant (TA) will be responsible for assisting the primary instructor, supporting and occasionally leading the computer lab sessions, marking some student assignments, tests, and quizzes, responding to student queries, and helping to ensure timeliness and consistency of grade submissions. The position for the TA requires availability during two lab sessions which run back-to-back every Monday from 12:35pm-14:25am and 14:35pm鈥�16:25pm during the fall 2026 term. The candidate will report directly to the instructor.

REQUIREMENTS: The Teaching Assistant must be a senior undergraduate or graduate student at 海角社区app University with GIS experience (familiarity with R coding an asset). The ability to communicate effectively, lead tutorials, mark assignments in a timely manner, and provide constructive feedback to students are key assets for these positions. Priority will be given to candidates with previous experience TAing this course.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Applications must include a brief covering letter, a r茅sum茅 or curriculum vitae, and should be sent to:

Alexandra Arnott
Earth and Environmental Sciences
Faculty of Science
海角社区app University
Halifax, NS CANADA
eestaapps@dal.ca

All offers of employment as a part-time academic are conditional upon sufficient student enrolment in the course and approval by the University.

Non-student, TA assignments are limited to no more than six hundred and fifty hours per term. For clarity, this means TAs cannot work in excess of five (5) TA130 contracts.

If a TA has accepted six hundred and fifty contract hours in a term, they are not able to accept any additional TA, marker or demonstrator hours.

海角社区app University is committed to fostering a collegial culture grounded in diversity and inclusiveness. The university encourages applications from Aboriginal people, persons with a disability, racially visible persons, women, persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community.

TEACHING ASSISTANT 
ENVS2500 Field Methods in Environmental Science (Fall 2026)

CLOSING DATE: Aug 24, 2026
POSITION: Laboratory & Field-based Teaching Assistants for ENVS2500 Field Methods in Environmental Science (2 x 65-hour positions)
DEPARTMENT/LOCATION: 海角社区app Faculty of Science, Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences
RATE OF PAY: According to the CUPE Agreement

JOB DESCRIPTION: ENVS2500 is a fall term field course scheduled from 8:30-12:30 every Thursday during the Fall term (13 weeks). The course is a combination of primarily field and some lab instruction with students visiting a variety of nearby field sites on campus and around Halifax. Up to two Saturday or Sunday trips will be scheduled early in the term to facilitate more in-depth activities.

 The course focuses on three modules:

1. wildlife sampling with a focus on visual and auditory identification of eastern Canadian avian, amphibian, and reptile species,
2. Soil sampling and analysis,
3. Native and urban trees, tree diseases, and invasive pests and plant

TA鈥檚 are responsible for:

• Managing student groups while in the field (health and safety is a priority),
• Providing on site instruction and guidance and assisting with equipment organization,
• Reviewing assignments, tests, and quizzes and
• Responding to student queries

TAs will also meet with the course instructor as needed to prepare for course activities. The position requires availability during scheduled field / lab sessions and may include before-hours set-up and after-hours clean-up.

REQUIREMENTS: The Teaching Assistant must be a senior undergraduate or graduate student at 海角社区app University. Although not required, experience with one or more of the above three course modules is a definite asset. The ability to communicate effectively, to lead and engage students in the field and provide constructive feedback are required skills for this position. Priority will be given to candidates with previous experience TAing this course.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Applications must include a brief covering letter, a r茅sum茅 or curriculum vitae, and should be sent to:

Alexandra Arnott
Earth and Environmental Sciences
Faculty of Science
海角社区app University
Halifax, NS CANADA
eestaapps@dal.ca

All offers of employment as a part-time academic are conditional upon sufficient student enrolment in the course and approval by the University.

Non-student, TA assignments are limited to no more than six hundred and fifty hours per term. For clarity, this means TAs cannot work in excess of five (5) TA130 contracts.

If a TA has accepted six hundred and fifty contract hours in a term, they are not able to accept any additional TA, marker or demonstrator hours.

海角社区app University is committed to fostering a collegial culture grounded in diversity and inclusiveness. The university encourages applications from Aboriginal people, persons with a disability, racially visible persons, women, persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community.