
The McMaster Institute for Research on Aging is a research center at McMaster University focused on aging optimization. It pursues this goal through interdisciplinary teams that work with older adults and key stakeholders. The institute leverages platforms like the McMaster Optimal Aging Portal and collaborates with the Labarge Centre for Mobility in Aging. Its work spans biology and behavior, aging-related mobility, and health outcomes to reduce costs and improve well-being. The initiative aims to impact Canadian aging populations at scale through education, research collaboration, and public-facing resources.

The McMaster Institute for Research on Aging is a research center at McMaster University focused on aging optimization. It pursues this goal through interdisciplinary teams that work with older adults and key stakeholders. The institute leverages platforms like the McMaster Optimal Aging Portal and collaborates with the Labarge Centre for Mobility in Aging. Its work spans biology and behavior, aging-related mobility, and health outcomes to reduce costs and improve well-being. The initiative aims to impact Canadian aging populations at scale through education, research collaboration, and public-facing resources.
Job ID
Regular/Temporary
Regular
Job Title
Curriculum Assistant
73373
Location
HSC- Central Campus
Open Date
12/10/2025
Job Type
Limited Term (>12 months)
Close Date
01/05/2026
Employee Group
Unifor Unit 1, Staff
Favorite Job
Department
Nursing
Salary Grade/Band
Grade 5
Salary Range
$24.19 - $34.04 (hourly)
Contract Duration
12.3 Months
Hours per Week
35
Target Number of Openings
1
Posting Details
Schedule
Monday to Friday
8:30 am to 4:30 pm
35 hours per week
Hybrid working arrangement
Anticipated start date: as soon as possible
Education Level
2 year Community College diploma in Office Administration or related field of study.
Career Level
Requires 3 years of relevant experience.
Job Description Number
JD00091
Job Description
For over 75 years, McMaster’s School of Nursing (SON) has delivered nursing education programs that have produced generations of professional nurses who contribute to nursing practice, research, education, policy, and administration. Within a culture of optimism and respect, we continue to transform the future of nursing practice and lead with local and global communities through visionary inclusive education and high-impact research. The School of Nursing is committed to and is a leading partner in the McMaster University Faculty of Health Sciences (FHS) Indigenous Health Initiative.
About the Role
The School of Nursing requires a Curriculum Assistant to provide curriculum support to the delivery of the School’s Undergraduate Nursing Program which spans over three sites.
This role is accountable to the Program Manager and works closely with Faculty Leads and the BScN Program team to develop and implement course operations and general administrative duties. Specific responsibilities include updating/maintaining course material and resources (i.e., curriculum handbooks, guides, program website, outlines, assignments, and exams), completing year-end course reports and coordinating Clinical labs, OSCEs, and request of course examinations.
In collaboration with the team, the Curriculum Assistant is accountable for: implementing projects across the three sites, designing and providing training materials, including use of Avenue to Learn, and the mapping process in MEDSIS for anonymous tutor evaluations.
The role supports day to day activities such as: maintaining databases, informing, and enforcing BScN Program and University policies and procedures, corresponding regularly with Faculty Leads, tutors, students and/or external stakeholders. The role also works closely with Faculty Leads for room bookings, verifying rooms align with course delivery, organizing orientations, working with grades, and uploading grades.
Should the successful applicant be a Unifor Unit 1 bargaining unit member, who meets the eligibility conditions of Article 19.02 of the Unifor Unit 1 Collective Agreement, then the Limited Term Assignment will be defined as a Career Growth Opportunity in accordance with Article 19 of the Unifor Local 5555 Unit 1 Collective Agreement.
Job Summary
Organize and perform a full range of administrative duties that require a thorough understanding of established functions, policies, and procedures. Establishes priorities for general office operations and is responsible for providing direction to others in how to carry out work tasks.
Purpose and Key Functions
Requirements
Assets
The successful candidate will possess experience in the following areas:
Additional Information
The successful candidate must possess the following:
How To Apply
To apply for this job, please submit your application online.
Employment Equity Statement
McMaster University is located on the traditional territories of the Haudenosaunee and Mississauga Nations and within the lands protected by the “Dish With One Spoon” wampum agreement.
The diversity of our workforce is at the core of our innovation and creativity and strengthens our research and teaching excellence. In keeping with its Statement on Building an Inclusive Community with a Shared Purpose, McMaster University strives to embody the values of respect, collaboration and diversity, and has a strong commitment to employment equity.
The University seeks qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity and inclusion, who will contribute to the diversification of ideas and perspectives, and especially welcomes applications from indigenous (First Nations, Métis or Inuit) peoples, members of racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women, and persons who identify as 2SLGBTQ+.
As part of McMaster’s commitment, all applicants are invited to complete a confidential Applicant Diversity Survey through the online application submission process. The Survey questionnaire requests voluntary self-identification in relation to equity-seeking groups that have historically faced and continue to face barriers in employment. Please refer to the Applicant Diversity Survey - Statement of Collection for additional information.
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Vaccination Mandate - FHS
This position is located in a host hospital or other healthcare site that has an active vaccination mandate in place. Successful applicants will need to comply with these and any other health and safety measures necessary as part of their appointment.
Hybrid Work Language
To ensure an ongoing and vibrant University community that meets the needs of our students, staff and faculty and supports the University mission, ability to work on-site continues to be a requirement for most University positions. The University is supportive of exploring flexible work arrangements that effectively balance operational needs and employee interests.
Interview Experience
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