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School of Economics

Economics

Subject and Catalog Course Description Delivery Mode of Course Location of Appointment Appointment Start Date Appointment End Date Hours in  Appointments Hourly Pay Rate Anticipated Appointment Weight(s) Education Requirements Skills Competencies Experience 
ECON 101 Intro Microeconomics In-Person Waterloo Jan-04-2027 Apr-30-2027 140.00 51.53 1.0 Currently enrolled as a graduate student in Economics Familiarity with fundamental economic concepts at the undergraduate level
ECON 102 Intro Macroeconomics In-Person Waterloo Jan-04-2027 Apr-30-2027 140.00 51.53 1.0 Currently enrolled as a graduate student in Economics Familiarity with fundamental economic concepts at the undergraduate level
ECON 201 Microecon Theory: Bus & Policy In-Person Waterloo Jan-04-2027 Apr-30-2027 0.5 (70 Hours), 1.0 (140 Hours) 51.53 0.5, 1.0 Currently enrolled as a graduate student in Economics Familiarity with fundamental economic concepts at the undergraduate level
ECON 206 Money & Banking 1 In-Person Waterloo Jan-04-2027 Apr-30-2027 140.00 51.53 1.0 Currently enrolled as a graduate student in Economics Familiarity with fundamental economic concepts at the undergraduate level
ECON 211 Intro Mathematical Econ In-Person Waterloo Jan-04-2027 Apr-30-2027 140.00 51.53 0.5 Currently enrolled as a graduate student in Economics Familiarity with fundamental economic concepts at the undergraduate level
ECON 221 Statistics for Economists In-Person Waterloo Jan-04-2027 Apr-30-2027 140.00 51.53 0.5 Currently enrolled as a graduate student in Economics Familiarity with fundamental economic concepts at the undergraduate level
ECON 231 Intro International Econ In-Person Waterloo Jan-04-2027 Apr-30-2027 140.00 51.53 0.5 Currently enrolled as a graduate student in Economics Familiarity with fundamental economic concepts at the undergraduate level
ECON 241 Intro Public Economics Online Waterloo Jan-04-2027 Apr-30-2027 140.00 51.53 1.0 Currently enrolled as a graduate student in Economics Familiarity with fundamental economic concepts at the undergraduate level
ECON 290 Choice in Competitive Markets In-Person Waterloo Jan-04-2027 Apr-30-2027 140.00 51.53 1.0 Currently enrolled as a graduate student in Economics Familiarity with fundamental economic concepts at the undergraduate level
ECON 306 Macroeconomics In-Person Waterloo Jan-04-2027 Apr-30-2027 140.00 51.53 0.5 Currently enrolled as a graduate student in Economics Familiarity with fundamental economic concepts at the undergraduate level
ECON 322 Econometric Analysis 1 In-Person Waterloo Jan-04-2027 Apr-30-2027 0.5 (70 Hours), 1.0 (140 Hours) 51.53 0.5, 1.0 Currently enrolled as a graduate student in Economics Familiarity with fundamental economic concepts at the undergraduate level
ECON 323 Econometric Analysis 2 In-Person Waterloo Jan-04-2027 Apr-30-2027 0.5 (70 Hours), 1.0 (140 Hours) 51.53 0.5, 1.0 Currently enrolled as a graduate student in Economics Familiarity with fundamental economic concepts at the undergraduate level
ECON 332 International Finance In-Person Waterloo Jan-04-2027 Apr-30-2027 140.00 51.53 0.5 Currently enrolled as a graduate student in Economics Familiarity with fundamental economic concepts at the undergraduate level
ECON 351 Labour Economics In-Person Waterloo Jan-04-2027 Apr-30-2027 140.00 51.53 0.5 Currently enrolled as a graduate student in Economics Familiarity with fundamental economic concepts at the undergraduate level
ECON 371 Business Finance 1 In-Person Waterloo Jan-04-2027 Apr-30-2027 140.00 51.53 1.0 Currently enrolled as a graduate student in Economics Familiarity with fundamental economic concepts at the undergraduate level
ECON 391 Equilibrium: Market Economies In-Person Waterloo Jan-04-2027 Apr-30-2027 140.00 51.53 1.0 Currently enrolled as a graduate student in Economics Familiarity with fundamental economic concepts at the undergraduate level
ECON 393 Market Failures In-Person Waterloo Jan-04-2027 Apr-30-2027 70.00 51.53 0.5 Currently enrolled as a graduate student in Economics Familiarity with fundamental economic concepts at the undergraduate level
ECON 406 Money & Banking 2 In-Person Waterloo Jan-04-2027 Apr-30-2027 70.00 51.53 0.5 Currently enrolled as a graduate student in Economics Familiarity with fundamental economic concepts at the undergraduate level
ECON 423 Time Series Econometrics In-Person Waterloo Jan-04-2027 Apr-30-2027 70.00 51.53 0.5 Currently enrolled as a graduate student in Economics Familiarity with fundamental economic concepts at the undergraduate level
ECON 483 Special Topics In-Person Waterloo Jan-04-2027 Apr-30-2027 70.00 51.53 0.5 Currently enrolled as a graduate student in Economics Familiarity with fundamental economic concepts at the undergraduate level
MGMT 244 Principles of Marketing In-Person Waterloo Jan-04-2027 Apr-30-2027 70.00 51.53 0.5 Currently enrolled as a graduate student in Economics Familiarity with fundamental economic concepts at the undergraduate level
MGMT 244 Principles of Marketing Online Waterloo Jan-04-2027 Apr-30-2027 70.00 51.53 0.5 Currently enrolled as a graduate student in Economics Familiarity with fundamental economic concepts at the undergraduate level
MGMT 345 Marketing Strategy In-Person Waterloo Jan-04-2027 Apr-30-2027 70.00 51.53 0.5 Currently enrolled as a graduate student in Economics Familiarity with fundamental economic concepts at the undergraduate level
MGMT 345 Marketing Strategy Online Waterloo Jan-04-2027 Apr-30-2027 70.00 51.53 0.5 Currently enrolled as a graduate student in Economics Familiarity with fundamental economic concepts at the undergraduate level

School of Psychology

Psychology

Subject and Catalog Course Description Delivery Mode of Course Location of Appointment Appointment Start Date Appointment End Date Hours in  Appointments Hourly Pay Rate Anticipated Appointment Weight(s) Education Requirements Skills Competencies Experience 
PSYCH 632 Multiple Regression In-Person Waterloo Jan-04-2027 Apr-30-2027 140.00 51.53 1.0 Enrolled in the PhD in Psychology Completed PSYCH 632 at the University of Waterloo
PSYCH 640 Special Topics in Psychology In-Person Waterloo Jan-04-2027 Apr-30-2027 140.00 51.53 1.0 Enrolled in the PhD in Developmental Psychology Experience with machine learning, strong R user and strong skills with regression. Experience with any ML method is an asset.
PSYCH 718 Psychological Assessment II In-Person Waterloo Jan-04-2027 Apr-30-2027 140.00 51.53 1.0 Enrolled in the PhD in Clinical Psychology Excellent clinical and interpersonal skills; excellent communication skills, with a high degree of professionalism and flexibility (adapting style of communication for students and clients, across ages); demonstrated attention to detail/organization; specialized knowledge relevant to the particular TAship (e.g. comprehensive knowledge of diagnostic assessments; psychoeducational assessments); knowledge of the Standards of Professional Conduct and jurisprudence; sensitivity to learning needs of trainees
PSYCH 721B Diagnostic Practicum II In-Person Waterloo Jan-04-2027 Apr-30-2027 140.00 51.53 1.0 Enrolled in the PhD in Clinical Psychology Excellent clinical and interpersonal skills; excellent communication skills, with a high degree of professionalism and flexibility (adapting style of communication for students and clients, across ages); demonstrated attention to detail/organization; specialized knowledge relevant to the particular TAship (e.g. comprehensive knowledge of diagnostic assessments; psychoeducational assessments); knowledge of the Standards of Professional Conduct and jurisprudence; sensitivity to learning needs of trainees
PSYCH 101 Intro Psychology In-Person Waterloo Jan-04-2027 Apr-30-2027 140.00 51.53 1.0 Enrolled in the MA or PhD in Psychology N/A
PSYCH 207 Cognitive Processes In-Person Waterloo Jan-04-2027 Apr-30-2027 140.00 51.53 1.0 Enrolled in the MA or PhD in Psychology in one of the following areas: Cognitive or Cognitive Neuroscience N/A
PSYCH 211 Developmental Psychology In-Person Waterloo Jan-04-2027 Apr-30-2027 140.00 51.53 1.0 Enrolled in the MA or PhD in Developmental Psychology N/A
PSYCH 238 Organizational Psychology In-Person Waterloo Jan-04-2027 Apr-30-2027 140.00 51.53 1.0 Enrolled in the MA, MASc or PhD in Industrial-Organizational Psychology N/A
PSYCH 253 Social Psychology In-Person Waterloo Jan-04-2027 Apr-30-2027 140.00 51.53 1.0 Enrolled in the MA or PhD in Social Psychology N/A
PSYCH 256 Intro Cognitive Science In-Person Waterloo Jan-04-2027 Apr-30-2027 140.00 51.53 1.0 Enrolled in the MA or PhD in Psychology in one of the following areas: Cognitive or Cognitive Neuroscience N/A
PSYCH 257 Psychopathology In-Person Waterloo Jan-04-2027 Apr-30-2027 140.00 51.53 1.0 Enrolled in the MA or PhD in Clinical Psychology N/A
PSYCH 257 (Head TA) Psychopathology In-Person Waterloo Jan-04-2027 Apr-30-2027 105 51.53 0.75 Enrolled in the PhD in Clinical Psychology - This position is for the Head TA in PSYCH 257, who will coordinate TAs as a group to ensure grading and student feedback are proceeding successfully; coordinate marking by ensuring assignments are equitably distributed among the TAs; monitor for consistency across assigned TAs; ensure that all exams, etc. are boxed & labelled to given to the department¿s Undergraduate Assistant for storage at the end of the semester.
- Ideally, the same candidate will be selected for 0.75 PSYCH 257 Head TA + 0.25 PSYCH 417 TA.
The skills/competencies/experience required for this position are:
- At least two previous TAships completed, preferably in Psych 257 or another 200-level psychology course (experience as a Head TA an asset but not required).
- Familiarity with LEARN discussion board, quizzes, and gradebook or willingness to learn independently.
- Familiarity with Akindi and/or Crowdmark (or other multiple choice grading software) or willingness to learn independently.
- Excellent communication skills with ability to handle communication between students, other TAs, and course instructors diplomatically.
PSYCH 261 Physiological Psychology In-Person Waterloo Jan-04-2027 Apr-30-2027 140.00 51.53 1.0 Enrolled in the MA or PhD in Psychology in Cognitive Neuroscience N/A
PSYCH 291 Basic Research Methods Online Waterloo Jan-04-2027 Apr-30-2027 140.00 51.53 1.0 Enrolled in the MA or PhD in Psychology N/A
PSYCH 292 Basic Data Analysis In-Person Waterloo Jan-04-2027 Apr-30-2027 140.00 51.53 1.0 Enrolled in the MA or PhD in Psychology Data analysis expertise; teaching experience is preferable, especially leading LAB/TUT components
PSYCH 317 Child Psychopathology In-Person Waterloo Jan-04-2027 Apr-30-2027 140.00 51.53 1.0 Enrolled in the MA or PhD in Clinical Psychology with a focus on children/youth in your clinical and/or research work Having completed a course in Child Psychopathology/Abnormal Psychology in Children (either as an undergraduate student or graduate student)
PSYCH 335 Developmental Neuropsychology In-Person Waterloo Jan-04-2027 Apr-30-2027 140.00 51.53 1.0 Enrolled in the MA or PhD in Psychology N/A
PSYCH 336 Intro Clinical Psychology In-Person Waterloo Jan-04-2027 Apr-30-2027 140.00 51.53 1.0 Enrolled in the PhD in Clinical Psychology N/A
PSYCH 339 Personnel Psychology In-Person Waterloo Jan-04-2027 Apr-30-2027 140.00 51.53 1.0 Enrolled in the MA, MASc or PhD in Industrial-Organizational Psychology Research background in Personnel Psychology is an asset
PSYCH 340 Training & Development In-Person Waterloo Jan-04-2027 Apr-30-2027 140.00 51.53 1.0 Enrolled in the MA, MASc or PhD in Industrial-Organizational Psychology Research background in Training and Development is an asset
PSYCH 363 Special Subjects In-Person Waterloo Jan-04-2027 Apr-30-2027 140.00 51.53 1.0 Enrolled in the PhD in Clinical or Social Psychology Interest in Psychology of Relationships
PSYCH 389 Topics: Soc Sci Adv Res Meth In-Person Waterloo Jan-04-2027 Apr-30-2027 140.00 51.53 1.0 Enrolled in the MA or PhD in Clinical Psychology N/A
PSYCH 390 Topics: Nat Sci Adv Res Meth In-Person Waterloo Jan-04-2027 Apr-30-2027 140.00 51.53 1.0 Enrolled in the PhD in Psychology in one of the following areas: Cognitive or Cognitive Neuroscience N/A
PSYCH 391 Advanced Data Analysis In-Person Waterloo Jan-04-2027 Apr-30-2027 140.00 51.53 1.0 Enrolled in the PhD in Psychology Data analysis expertise and available to lead a 50-min LAB component once a week
PSYCH 417 MBSR: Topics in Mental Health In-Person Waterloo Jan-04-2027 Apr-30-2027 35 51.53 0.25 Enrolled in the PhD in Clinical Psychology - Ideally, the same candidate will be selected for 0.75 PSYCH 257 Head TA + 0.25 PSYCH 417 TA.
The skills/competencies/experience required for this position are:
- At least two previous TAships completed, preferably in Psych 257 or another 200-level psychology course (experience as a Head TA an asset but not required).
- Familiarity with LEARN discussion board, quizzes, and gradebook or willingness to learn independently.
- Familiarity with Akindi and/or Crowdmark (or other multiple choice grading software) or willingness to learn independently.
- Excellent communication skills with ability to handle communication between students, other TAs, and course instructors diplomatically.
PSYCH 447 Seminar: Cognitive Science In-Person Waterloo Jan-04-2027 Apr-30-2027 140.00 51.53 1.0 Enrolled in the PhD in Psychology in one of the following areas: Cognitive or Cognitive Neuroscience N/A
PSYCH 457 Hons Sem: Person & Clin Psych In-Person Waterloo Jan-04-2027 Apr-30-2027 140.00 51.53 1.0 Enrolled in the PhD in Clinical Psychology Interest in social anxiety and the self
PSYCH 458 Hons Sem: Cognition In-Person Waterloo Jan-04-2027 Apr-30-2027 140.00 51.53 1.0 Enrolled in the PhD in Cognitive Psychology Interest in social perception
PSYCH 461 Hons Sem: Cognitive Neurosci In-Person Waterloo Jan-04-2027 Apr-30-2027 140.00 51.53 1.0 Enrolled in the PhD in Cognitive Neuroscience Interest in the social brain
PSYCH 470 Topics: Applied Psychology In-Person Waterloo Jan-04-2027 Apr-30-2027 140.00 51.53 1.0 Enrolled in the PhD in Developmental, Clinical or Industrial-Organizational Psychology Interest in one of the PSYCH 470 topics
PSYCH 492 Psychological Measurement In-Person Waterloo Jan-04-2027 Apr-30-2027 140.00 51.53 1.0 Enrolled in the PhD in Psychology in one of the following areas: Industrial-Organizational, Clinical, Cognitive or Social Must have had coursework & expertise in all the following: psychological measurement, including Reliability Theory and Validity (content, convergent, discriminant, construct, criterion validity); multiple regression; factor analysis; JAMOVI and SPSS; experience in scale development and psychometric analysis. Previous experience as a teaching assistant in PSYCH 492 is an asset
PSYCH 493 Data Analysis & Graphing in R In-Person Waterloo Jan-04-2027 Apr-30-2027 140.00 51.53 1.0 Enrolled in the MA or PhD in Psychology High proficiency in R

Human Resources Management

Subject and Catalog Course Description Delivery Mode of Course Location of Appointment Appointment Start Date Appointment End Date Hours in  Appointments Hourly Pay Rate Anticipated Appointment Weight(s) Education Requirements Skills Competencies Experience 
HRM 200 Basic Human Resources Mgmt In-Person Waterloo Jan-04-2027 Apr-30-2027 140.00 51.53 1.0 Enrolled in the MA, MASc or PhD in Industrial-Organizational Psychology Interest in HR Management
HRM 200 Basic Human Resources Mgmt Online Waterloo Jan-04-2027 Apr-30-2027 140.00 51.53 1.0 Enrolled in the MA, MASc or PhD in Industrial-Organizational Psychology Interest in HR Management
HRM 301 Strategic Human Resources Mgmt In-Person Waterloo Jan-04-2027 Apr-30-2027 140.00 51.53 1.0 Enrolled in the MA, MASc or PhD in Industrial-Organizational Psychology Research background in Strategic HR is an asset
HRM 303 Compensation In-Person Waterloo Jan-04-2027 Apr-30-2027 140.00 51.53 1.0 Enrolled in the MA, MASc or PhD in Industrial-Organizational Psychology Research background in Compensation is an asset