Sessional Instructional Assistant - EEB380H1F - Diversity of Insects
About The Position
This position is for a Sessional Instructional Assistant for the course EEB380H1F – Diversity of Insects. The course covers the evolutionary history, morphology, physiology, development, behaviour, and ecological significance of insects. Labs involve identifying major insect groups found in Ontario and creating insect collections. Field trips for insect collection will occur during class time and on weekend mornings early in the term. The estimated course enrolment is 30 students, and there is one position available with an estimated 70 hours of work. The lab schedule is Mondays from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. The appointment dates are from September 1, 2026, to December 31, 2026.
Requirements
- BSc in biology
- An academic background in entomology
- Experience with creating insect collections
- Experience in preparing insect specimens for scientific study, including pinning, pointing, spreading and labelling specimens
Nice To Haves
- MSc in biology with specialization in insect systematics
- Expertise in digitally imaging insect specimens with cell phone applications (iPhone or Android)
- Knowledge of the orders and common families of insects found in Ontario
Responsibilities
- Collect samples of insects before the beginning of term in August
- Prepare a laboratory assignment on making a digital insect collection and present to students
- In coordination with the instructor, ensure that relevant reference materials (specimens, demonstrations) are available for each of the taxonomy labs
- Assist with the specimen preparation and taxonomy labs
- Participate in two weekend field trips
- Grade tests and insect collections
Benefits
- 4% vacation pay
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
