Required Qualifications:
Graduate students at the University of Guelph, eligible for employment in Unit 1 of Local 3913. Applicants must have excellent communication skills (both written and verbal) in the English language. Applicants must have a basic knowledge of vertebrate biology with an excellent ornithological background, including being able to identify Ontario bird species by sight and sound in the field and extract birds from mist nets. Knowledge of science and its methods, analyses and statistics. Punctual and well prepared. Labs will be conducted on campus. By applying for this TA position, you are agreeing to be available from the start of the contract to complete all assigned duties, available to attend all mandatory meetings, invigilation of IB mid-term and final exams, and be available to the end of the contract to grade final exams/papers.
Preferred Qualifications:
Articulate and ability to interact easily with students. Experience with bird banding.