PHSP 551: Social Values, Ideology, and Policy Analysis
July 06, 2026
Submit applications by July 26, 2026. Anticipated decisions date week of July 27, 2026.
Position overview
| Postition Overview | |
|---|---|
| Term | September 1, 2026 to December 31, 2026 (202609) |
| Number of positions | 1* |
| Total hours per position | 160 |
| Average weekly hours | 10 |
| Position title | Teaching Assistant |
| Course | PHSP 551: Social Values, Ideology, and Policy Analysis |
| Delivery mode | Offered fully online and asynchronous (may offer optional synchronous sessions throughout the term). |
| Hourly rate | $34.72 + 4% vacation pay |
Qualifications
The ideal candidate can speak to how social determinants of health and well-being, including existing patterns of cultural, economic and political relations and resources, impact public policies and practices; and, in turn, how healthy public policy can positively affect social environments and determinants in Canadian communities and society. A basic knowledge of instructional technology and web-based learning environments is required. For graduate level courses, candidates must hold a PhD or, must be completing their PhD candidacy to grade assignments; graduate students may not evaluate the work of other graduate students.
Summary of duties and responsibilities
Duties and responsibilities may include the following:
- Attend orientation/training sessions
- Meetings & communication with faculty member instructor/supervisor
- Review course materials
- Contribute to developing and/or selecting course content
- Document student participation
- Moderate discussion boards and engage with student discussions
- Grade assignments
Equity statement
The University of Victoria is an equity employer and encourages applications from women, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, and Indigenous persons.