CUPE-Fall 2026- TA MIA5150 A & B
University of Ottawa•Ottawa, ON
•Onsite
About The Position
This posting is for a Teaching Assistant position for the course 'Topics in Interdisciplinary Artificial Intelligence' (MIA 5150, Sections A&B) during the 2026 Fall Semester. The role involves supporting students in tutorials, labs, and office hours, as well as grading assignments. The position is governed by the CUPE 2626 collective agreement. The University of Ottawa is committed to diversity, inclusion, and creating an accessible, barrier-free work environment.
Requirements
- Completed an equivalent graduate-level course in Generative AI and LLMs (or a closely related course) with a grade of A or higher.
- Strong understanding of Generative AI and LLM concepts, including Transformers, prompt engineering, retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), fine-tuning, and multimodal AI.
- Proficiency in Python and experience with modern AI/ML frameworks and tools (e.g., PyTorch, TensorFlow, Hugging Face, LangChain, and vector databases).
- Familiarity with LLM APIs and deployment frameworks.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to effectively support students.
Nice To Haves
- Previous teaching assistant experience.
- Familiarity with agentic AI concepts and multi-agent frameworks.
- Relevant industry experience developing or applying Generative AI or LLM-based applications.
Responsibilities
- Support students during tutorials, labs, and office hours.
- Grade assignments and provide notation.
- Proctor exams.
Benefits
- Vacation pay
- Statutory pay
- Retroactive pay after ratification of a new collective agreement.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
