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Cheriton School of Computer Science – Graduate Teaching Assistant – Winter 2027
University of Waterloo
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Posted 15 oct.
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At the University of Waterloo, we create and promote a culture where everyone can reach their full potential. As an employee, you get support & opportunities that empower you to advance your career. Explore how we can bring big ideas to life, together. The University is a welcoming workplace for those of all abilities, interests, and expertise. As part of our workforce, you can do what you do best, every day. Appointment Type: Graduate Teaching Assistant (GTA) Hiring Unit: Cheriton School of Computer Science Academic Term: Winter 2027 Application Deadline: November 15 at 11:59 pm The Cheriton School of Computer Science in the Faculty of Mathematics invites applications for Graduate Teaching Assistant (GTA) appointments for the Winter 2027 term. Available appointments are listed below. CS 105 CS 106 CS 114 CS 115 CS 116 CS 135 CS 136 CS 136L CS 138 CS 230 CS 231 CS 240 CS 240E CS 241 CS 245 CS 246 CS 251 CS 330 CS 335 CS 338 CS 341 CS 343 CS 346 CS 348 CS 349 CS 350 CS 365 CS 370 CS 430 CS 431 CS 436 CS 442 CS 444 CS 445 CS 446 CS 450 CS 451 CS 452 CS 453 CS 454 CS 456 CS 459 CS 476 CS 479 CS 480 CS 482 CS 484 CS 486 CS 487 CS 488 CS 490 CS 492 CS 494 Details for each appointment, including qualifications, appointment dates, course delivery mode, location, compensation, and anticipated appointment load, are available on the Human Resources Careers webpage for [Available Graduate Teaching Assistant & Research Assistant Appointments](https://uwaterloo.ca/careers/available-gta-opportunities-faculty-math). These appointments are based out of Ontario and are governed by the terms and conditions of the Collective Agreement between the University of Waterloo and CUPE Local 5524, Unit 1. How to Apply To be considered for available appointments, you must submit a single application through this posting by the application deadline listed above. Your application must include your current and previous degrees, a description of previous TA, Research Assistant (RA), or other relevant work experience, and your skills and competencies related to TA or RA work. Your application will be considered for all available appointments within the hiring unit for which you meet the required qualifications. As part of the application process, you may indicate preferences for or against specific appointments. These preferences are non-binding and will be considered alongside qualifications, priority level, and seniority in accordance with the CUPE 5524.01 Collective Agreement. Equity Statement The University of Waterloo acknowledges that much of our work takes place on the traditional territory of the Neutral, Anishinaabeg, and Haudenosaunee peoples. 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