Job ID
74995
Job Title
Instructional Assistant (II) (ENG-FUSE)
Regular/Temporary
Regular
Location
Central Campus
Open Date
03/30/2026
Job Type
Continuing
Close Date
04/13/2026
Employee Group
Unifor Unit 1, Staff
Favorite Job
Department
ENG FUSE
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
Salary Grade/Band
Grade 8
Salary Range
$28.90 - $43.51 (hourly)
Job Code
JD1428
Existing Vacancy
Yes - Backfilling as Existing
Target Number of Openings
1
Hours per Week
37.5
Posting Details
Schedule
Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm, 37.5 hours/week
Education Level
Bachelor's degree in engineering or a relevant field of study
Career Level
Requires 3 year of relevant experience
Anticipated Start Date
May 4, 2026 (Tentative)
Job Description
Instructional Assistant (II)
FUSE Office, Faculty of Engineering
(JD1428)
Engineering a Brighter Future
https://www.eng.mcmaster.ca/about-us/strategic-plan/
About the Faculty
Ranked among the top engineering schools in Canada and worldwide, the Faculty of Engineering is on a mission to empower agile and globally conscious leaders in engineering who collaborate to create a brighter future. The faculty is at the forefront of transforming engineering education, transitioning from traditional lecture methods to a project-based, hands-on learning approach. Our graduates emerge as resilient professionals, armed with invaluable skills and experiences from Ontario's second-largest co-op program, unparalleled research opportunities the most extensive offered by any Canadian engineering program and a multitude of clubs, teams, and projects.
About the Department
The FUSE Office at McMaster University supports the delivery and continuous improvement of the Faculty of Engineering’s integrated, project-based undergraduate curriculum, with a focus on the first-year experience and its upper-year continuations. Serving over 1,000 students annually, FUSE coordinates large, multi-course programs and works closely with faculty, instructional staff, and administrative units to deliver high-quality experiential learning.
The office oversees course coordination, instructional support, staffing and training of instructional assistants, and the operation of design studios and laboratories. It also supports accreditation and assessment processes (e.g., CEAB and Graduate Attributes), integrates teaching tools and platforms, and contributes to curriculum development and faculty-wide initiatives. Operating in a dynamic, collaborative environment, FUSE is committed to continuous improvement and enhancing the student learning experience through innovative, team-based education.
About the Position
The Instructional Assistant (II) will organize, and coordinate activities related to undergraduate design projects and laboratories within the FUSE Office within Engineering.
This position will be responsible for ensuring that safety procedures are considered and implemented into all the teaching activities in the labs; providing a safe working environment for students and staff; training of Teaching Assistants and IAI's (co-op students) to use all equipment safely; testing of existing labs and design activities to ensure they are optimized prior to undergrad students' arrival; designing and preparing experiential learning activities; supporting undergraduate labs and design projects throughout the academic term including through the delivery of the content needed; maintaining online learning environments and databases.
As needed this position will also be responsible for some administrative functions relating to courses such as SAS accommodations, MSAF processing and exam student reviews. The successful candidate will acquire and maintain expertise in all new software or hardware used (including performing maintenance and/or repairs as needed). The successful incumbent will provide direction and support to TAs (and IAI's) assigned to the lab, tutorial (design studio) and lectures and must ensure that safety and operating protocols are always adhered to at all times.
Job Summary
Provides pedagogical and technical support to instructors, teaching assistants and students. Responsible for the development, implementation, coordination and evaluation of curriculum, assessment and instructional activities within an academic unit, department, or faculty.
Representative Duties & Responsibilities
Supervision
- Ongoing responsibility for supervising up to 9 casual employees at any one time.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field of study.
- Requires 3 year of relevant experience.
Assets
- 3 years of prior experience as an Instructional Assistant is considered a strong asset.
Additional Information
This position of Instructional Assistant (II) requires an individual capable of handling a diverse workload in a busy environment. The ideal candidate is friendly, energetic, tactful, confident, resourceful, and is a highly organized and motivated individual with proven interpersonal skills.
The successful candidate must have and demonstrate:
- A bachelor's degree in engineering or a relevant field of study
- Strong communication (verbal and written) and presentation skills
- Excellent time management and organization skills
- Effective conflict resolution and analytical skills
- Leadership skills across diverse roles or initiatives, with a strong track record of mentoring, coaching, and supporting team growth
The successful candidate must also have prior experience in the following areas:
- Applied skills (including, but not limited to, programming in Python, CAD modelling and solid modelling, robotics, etc.)
- Computer applications, including Mosaic (PeopleSoft) and Office 365 (SharePoint, Forms, OneDrive, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook)
- Lesson planning, curriculum design, and effective content delivery to students
- Supporting and guiding students and/or junior team members in a dynamic and hands-on technical environment
Flexibility is required to work occasional evenings and weekends to meet the demands of the position. This is a primarily on-campus, student-facing role, and regular in-person presence is expected. Limited flexibility for occasional remote work may be available, subject to operational needs.
How To Apply
To apply for this job, please submit your application online.
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