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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

*Number of positions available is subject to funding availability and/or course cancellation.
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
TAs are required to communicate in a timely, professional, and effective manner with students, the professor, and administration.

Equity statement

The University of Victoria is an equity employer and encourages applications from women, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, and Indigenous persons.