Chemistry in Medical Diagnosis

Location: ontario, canada

Duties The TA-Marker will be responsible for grading course assessments, including literature review reports, the PowerPoint oral presentations, research proposals, student peer-review reports, and the final examination, in accordance with marking schemes, rubrics, and instructions provided by the course instructor. Duties also include providing clear, constructive, and consistent written feedback on scientific content, critical analysis, and communication, recording grades accurately, identifying and communicating grading issues or inconsistencies to the instructor, and participating in brief marking and coordination meetings as required.

Minimum Qualifications Applicants should have a strong background in chemistry or a closely related discipline, with relevant knowledge in following areas: analytical chemistry, biological chemistry, organic chemistry and inorganic chemistry. Preference may be given to applicants who have successfully completed CHMD
65 or an equivalent upper-level course (e.g., CHMD
79 offered during 2023–2025. Applicants should demonstrate a good understanding of the chemical principles underlying medical diagnostic tests and imaging techniques, as well as strong skills in scientific writing and critical evaluation of research literature. Previous marking or teaching assistant experience, particularly experience assessing scientific writing or presentation-based assignments, such as literature reviews and research proposals, is preferred

Preferred Qualifications Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.

Relevant Criterion Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.