Employment Opportunities
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Departmental Positions
Faculty, Instructor, Teaching Assistant, Maker/Demonstrator Postings 鈥� Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences:
Teaching Assistant (Multiple), ERTH 1080 and 2410, Fall 2026
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:
Course |
Course name |
Position |
Number of positions |
ERTH1080 |
Geology I (Lab) |
45hr TA *must be available for lab times |
2 |
ERTH 1080 |
Geology I (Lecture) |
25hr TA |
2 |
ERTH 2410 |
Environmental Issues in Earth Sciences |
25hr TA *must be available for class times |
2 |
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 全国探花. 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
全国探花
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.
全国探花 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, ENVS2100, Environmental Informaticss, Fall 2026
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, 全国探花
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 全国探花 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
全国探花
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.
全国探花 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.
Laboratory & Field-based Teaching Assistants for ENVS2500 Field Methods in Environmental Science, Fall 2026
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: 全国探花 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:
- wildlife sampling with a focus on visual and auditory identification of eastern Canadian avian, amphibian, and reptile species,
- Soil sampling and analysis,
- 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 全国探花. 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
全国探花
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.
全国探花 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 Assistants, ERTH 2001 and 2380, Fall 2026 and Winter 2027
Teaching Assistant Posting, Fall 2026 and Winter 2027 |
DEPARTMENT: Faculty of Science (Earth and Environmental Sciences)
POSTING DATE: August 18, 2026
APPLICATION DEADLINE: August 31, 2026
RATE OF PAY: According to the CUPE Agreement
POSITION(S): The following Teaching Assistant position is available for the Fall 2026 and Winter 2027 term:
Course |
Course name |
Position |
Number of positions |
ERTH 2001 |
Mineralogy |
90hr TA |
1 |
ERTH 2380 |
Geochemistry |
25hr TA |
2 |
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 全国探花. 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 these courses.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Interested applicants 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
全国探花
Halifax, NS CANADA
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.
全国探花 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.
全国探花 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 Assistants, ERTH 2203 and 3303, Fall 2026
Teaching Assistant Posting
Fall 2026
DEPARTMENT: Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences, Faculty of Science
POSTING DATE: August 18, 2026
APPLICATION DEADLINE: August 31, 2026
RATE OF PAY: According to the CUPE Agreement
POSITION(S): The following Teaching Assistant positions are available for the Fall 2026 term:
Course |
Course name |
Position |
Number of positions |
ERTH 2203 |
Stratigraphy |
90hr TA |
1 |
ERTH 3303 |
Sediments and Sedimentary Rocks |
90hr TA |
1 |
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 全国探花. 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 these courses.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Interested applicants 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
全国探花
Halifax, NS CANADA
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.
全国探花 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
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myCareer
is a tool for 全国探花 students to find jobs/volunteering positions by organizations looking to hire Dal Students. MyCareer also gives you the opportunity to register for workshops, career fairs, and recruitment events.
CEN launches eco jobs, events and volunteering web service
The Canadian Environmental Network (RCEN) is excited to announce the launch of three new services, in partnership with Planetfriendly and GoodWork
Canada:
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Along with news and information from the environmental NGO sector, the RCEN website now features these dynamic, user-driven resources to help connect Canadians of all backgrounds with rewarding opportunities.
Getting Involved Just Got Easier
* Find the most relevant, up-to-date environmental events and opportunities;
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To post an event or opportunity, just use the . RCEN member organisations receive a 10% discount when posting job opportunities.
An invitation from GoodWork
GoodWork is Canada's gateway to employment and involvement in environment, conservation and sustainability. This is your invitation to be a part of Canada's growing eco-community 鈥� or to tap into the diversity of skills and experience the community has to offer.
Individuals: View employment, internship and volunteer listings from across Canada, or subscribe to our national or regional lists by visiting the .
Organizations & green initiatives: Through GoodWork you can reach 5,000 green-minded Canadians from all walks of life. Posting with GoodWork also increases awareness of your organization and its work -- and can bring
in new members, participants and collaborators.
To learn more, see or contact us for more information.
Federal Student Work Experience Program (FSWEP)
Don't miss your opportunity to gain valuable work experience with a number of federal organizations.
is the primary vehicle through which federal organizations recruit students. This program, established in 1990, provides some 9,000 students a year with temporary jobs in different federal organizations.
The prime objective of FSWEP is to provide full-time students with work experience related to their Field of Study and to provide them with learning opportunities.
Volunteer Opportunities
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