Job Description

Lab Demonstrator - Academic Capacity 1

Position Vacancies: 4

Estimated Range of Hours of Work: 0-45 hours

Appointment Dates: January 5, 2026 -April 30, 2026

Lab Section Dates/Times: 074 Tues 11:30 AM - 2:15 PM, 075 Tues 11:30 AM - 2:15 PM, 076 W 2:30 PM - 5:15 PM, 077 W 2:30 PM - 5:15 PM



This position is represented by the Public Service Alliance of Canada - Academic Capacity Unit.

Note to applicants: Please be sure to review the "Additional Requirements" at the bottom of this posting. Your application must

clearly

outline how you meet the requirements, and include all requested documents.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Provide instructions to students, which may include explaining and demonstrating concepts and procedures, and clarifying subject areas; Assist the students with lab activities and procedures; may help with the setting up, testing, dismantling, and storing of lab equipment and/or materials; Monitor the condition of the learning environment, ensuring that all relevant protocols, such as health and safety are followed; Maintain records; assist in the reproduction of tests, organize course materials, etc.; May assist with proctoring/invigilating tests, exams and quizzes; May grade student work (assignments, tests, exams, lab results, etc.) using specific guidelines/answer keys provided by the Immediate Supervisor; May provide consultation and feedback to students on coursework, quality of materials submitted for grading, and other similar matters; Attend training related to the assigned duties and responsibilities (e.g. WHMIS training, first aid training, etc.); Perform other related tasks as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

Completion of academic studies and/or relevant experience appropriate to assigned duties. Normally an undergraduate student at the University of Winnipeg who has successfully completed a minimum of 30 credit hours. Successful completion of required training. Effective oral and written communication skills. Ability to work independently or as part of a team. Ability to follow oral and written instructions, marking guides, policies and procedures. Ability to meet specified deadlines. Ability to interact empathetically with students. Capable of performing the duties as assigned.

Additional Requirements

Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada. Must have completed BIOL-2301 with a minimum grade of B. Must have completed a minimum of 30 credit hours. Please include a short cover letter and the lab section(s) you are applying for and an unofficial transcript (printed off of WebAdvisor).

Your application must include your U of W student number and unofficial WebAdvisor transcript. Please add (copy and paste) your transcript into your resume document.



Past academic performance may be a significant factor in selection decisions.

Note:

The work described in this person will be conducted in person.



The University of Winnipeg is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognizes that a diverse staff and faculty benefits and enriches the work, learning and research environments, and is essential to academic and institutional excellence. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and encourage women, racialized persons, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQ+ persons to confidentially self-identify at time of application.



The University of Winnipeg is committed to ensuring employment opportunities are accessible for all applicants. If you require accommodation supports during the recruitment process, please contact human_resources@uwinnipeg.ca.



The personal information of applicants is collected under the authority of the University of Winnipeg Act and 36(1)(b) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. All personal information collected via the recruitment process is used to assess the applicant's suitability, eligibility, and qualifications for employment, and to otherwise support recruitment activities. This information will be provided to participating members of the recruitment process. Questions regarding the collection of your personal information may be directed to the Director, HR Services, 515 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, MB, R3B 2E9 or human_resources@uwinnipeg.ca.