Hiring for SAFS Teaching Assistant for duties in Winter Quarter 2025
The School of Aquatic and Fishery Sciences (SAFS) is hiring a Teaching Assistant for duties in Winter Quarter 2025
Course: FISH 464A Arctic Marine Vertebrate Ecology
Instructor: Kristin Laidre
Dates: December 16, 2024 – March 15, 2025
Compensation: Position is 50% FTE; salary is commensurate with academic standing
(ASE salary schedule: https://facstaff.grad.uw.edu/advising-resources/funding-management/administering-assistantships/ta-ra-salaries/)
Deadline to Apply: NOVEMBER 6, 2024. Priority consideration given to applications received by this date. Applications will be accepted after this date if the position remains unfilled
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Explores the structure and function of Arctic ecosystems, life history, and adaptations of vertebrates, and how species are affected by climate warming. Emphasizes upper-level trophic interactions, evolutionary drivers, food chains, energy transport paths, and influence of sea ice. Case studies provide background on Arctic conservation and management. Prerequisite: BIOL 180.
TO APPLY:
To apply, complete application form* here and upload the following additional documents (under one cover, with course name and number and your full name in the document’s title):
- Cover letter – include description of your general background, why you are applying for this ASE position, strengths and any abilities directly related to the specific course(s) that you would bring to the position, etc.
- Current resumé
- Name, title, and contact information (email, phone number) for three references who are familiar with your teaching abilities and/or knowledge and experience relevant to the content of the course(s) for which you are applying.
*To access the form, log in using your @uw.edu address (https://mail.google.com/a/uw.edu).
Full position description here. Questions may be directed to safsadv@uw.edu.