Lab Instructor, Faculty of Arts - Competition

Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) is Canada’s only polytechnic university, proudly serving the South Fraser region for more than 40 years. With campuses in Surrey, Richmond, Langley, and Cloverdale, KPU is deeply connected to the communities it serves and to the diverse cultures, backgrounds, and lived experiences of its students. Through academic excellence, applied learning, innovation, and strong industry and community partnerships, KPU prepares students for meaningful futures.

As an open-access university, KPU is powered by the people who live and work here. We believe every employee plays a meaningful role in supporting student learning and success. We are honoured to carry the name of the Kwantlen First Nation and are committed to equity, inclusion, reconciliation, and respectful relationships. As one of BC’s Top Employers, KPU is dedicated to fostering a supportive, inclusive, and engaged workplace where employees feel valued, connected to purpose, and empowered to make an impact.

We invite you to explore your next career opportunity at KPU and discover how your work can contribute to a university where thought truly meets action.

Competition : 4502

Internal Closing Date: 7 March 2026

External Closing Date:

# of Openings: 3

Salary Information: 13 - BCGEU Pay Grid - $33.88 to $37.81 per hour

Employment Type: On-Call

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Travel Frequency: Occasional travel between campuses is required.

Employee Group: Support Staff (BC General Employees Union)

Days of Work (BCGEU): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday

Hours of Work (BCGEU):

Hours per Week (BCGEU):

We are currently seeking a Lab Instructor to join the Faculty of Arts.

This position reports to the Divisional Business Manager and works in collaboration with the Department Chair/Coordinator, instructors, and a team of Lab Instructors.

The Lab Instructor assists the Faculty of Arts with overall course delivery in designated departments by assuming responsibility for reviewing material with students, student guidance and assessment (including participation in the class and lab component of any course). In addition to instructing students on lab procedures and the use of lab equipment, the Lab Instructor researches, conducts experiments, and introduces new materials, equipment and procedures to advance the program.

The Lab Instructor may support any program or course offered by the relevant department(s).

The class and lab assignments and learning objectives will be provided by the instructor. Standard and prescribed industry practices will be created in collaboration between instructors, Lab Instructors, and students. Using these, Lab Instructors are expected to perform their duties with a minimum of managerial supervision and work effectively with other Lab Instructors, faculty members, student mentors, the KPU community, and the Entertainment Arts industry.

• Graduation from a 2-year Entertainment Arts program within the past five years is required.
• Experience tutoring and working with students is an asset.
• Proven junior industry-level proficiency regarding current technology and software used in the Entertainment Arts program(s).
• Priority will be given to candidates with experience in the specialty area of rigging.

• Experience working collaboratively as an effective team player.
• Proven ability to take initiative when working both independently and as part of a team.
• Proven ability to juggle and prioritize tasks, work to meet deadlines and demands, make responsible decisions, and determine when to seek advice.
• Experience developing, planning, and administering systems and/or projects.
• Demonstrated attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgement in making critical decisions.
• Experience in identifying problems, evaluating alternatives, consulting with stakeholders, and implementing effective solutions.
• Proven ability to think innovatively and creatively to implement new systems and procedures. Evaluate their effectiveness.
• Experience in Microsoft Office suite (e.g. Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word).
• Proven ability to quickly learn new software and…