Teaching Assistant: A History of the World in Objects and Signs (MCS225Y1Y)Toronto, ON, CanadaJob DescriptionVictoria College: Material Culture & Semiotics ProgramMCS225Y1Y: A History of the World in Objects and Signs. Through a multidisciplinary approach, this course opens recent perspectives on the history of artifacts, the evolution of a world of things and signs, and the meanings of material culture. Lectures and tutorials are supplemented by hands‑on exercises in museums and local communities, allowing students to explore how objects shape the contexts of our lives.Posting Date: May 4, 2026. Closing Date: June 3, 2026. Estimated course enrolment: 45. Hours of work: 170 hours. Class schedule: Mondays 12pm‑2pm (lecture); Mondays 2pm and 3pm (tutorials). Dates of appointment: September 1, 2026 – April 30, 2027. Salary: $53.92 per hour as per CUPE agreement. Course Modality: In‑person, Victoria College campus.Qualifications requiredMA in a related academic discipline (Archaeology, Anthropology, Art History, History, Medieval Studies, Museum Studies).



Preference for PhD students.Relevant and adaptable theoretical base and experience working with material culture.Demonstrated scholarly work through research projects, dissertation, publications, or teaching on material culture and semiotics.Description of dutiesConduct weekly tutorial sections.Meet with the instructor.Mark student assignments.Maintain a record of student progress (attendance, participation, essay marks).ApplicationYou must submit a single PDF file (Cover Letter and CV) named as follows: "Your full name – course code application – date of submission" (e.G., "FirstName Surname – MCS225Y1Y application – June 3, 2026").EEO StatementVictoria University is committed to equity in access to employment and a diverse and inclusive workplace. The University encourages applications from racialized persons/persons of colour, women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQI+ persons, and others. Applicants’ lived experience will be considered. This job is posted in accordance with the CUPE 3902 Unit 2 Collective Agreement. If you require accessibility accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Department at [email protected].#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Teaching Assistant: A History Of The World In Objects And Signs - C$53.9 An Hour (Winnipeg)
🏢 Victoria University
📍 Winnipeg