Teaching Assistant in the History of Science and Technology Program

Part-Time Employment Opportunity: Teaching Assistant in the History of Science and Technology Program 

About King’s

Established in 1789, King’s College is Canada’s oldest chartered university and is associated with Dalhousie University. A small and extraordinarily lively academic community located in Halifax (Kjipuktuk), Nova Scotia, King’s is known nationally and internationally for its highly acclaimed interdisciplinary programs in the humanities, including its renowned Foundation Year Program, its professional programs in journalism and its fine arts program in creative writing. King’s is a community where students, faculty, alumni, and staff work to bring greater understanding, creativity, and compassion to the world.

Overview

The History of Science and Technology Program at the University of King’s College invites applications for two Teaching Assistant positions for “Magic, Science and the Occult: from Antiquity to Postmodernity” (HSTC 2120/RELS 2120/EMSP 2360/HIST 2990) in the Fall 2025 Term. The course examines the history of magic and related occult traditions from antiquity to the present day.

Key Responsibilities 

Duties include but are not limited to:

• reading course material
• grading assignments and exams
• attending lectures (please consult the Dalhousie Academic Timetable regarding class time)
• holding office hours and assisting students with assignments
• consulting on a regular basis with the instructor regarding the approach taken in teaching, grading, and other expectations

Qualifications, Skills & Experience

Candidates may come from various fields but must have at least an undergraduate degree. Prior TA experience is an asset. Graduates with some background in subject areas relevant to the course, including the history of science, religious studies, and the histories of magic and occultism, are encouraged to apply.

Deadline for Applications: Monday, August 11, 2025

Hourly Rate of Pay: $30.05 (classification of TA130). The position is conditional on the course’s final enrolment numbers.

To apply for this position, please send a letter of interest and CV to: Dr. Kyle Fraser, email: kyle.fraser@ukings.ca

Questions regarding the position can be directed to the same address.

The University of King’s College is committed to diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusion. We encourage and welcome applications from Indigenous persons (especially Mi’kmaq), persons with a disability, racialized persons, including persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), women, persons of a minority sexual orientation and/or gender identity, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversification of our community.