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COURSE:

GEOG 100 Our World: Introducing Human Geography

LOCATION:

Burnaby Campus

DURATION:

January 5 – April 30, 2027

BASE UNITS:

1.94 BUs – 5.17 BUs

SALARY RANGE:

$2,779-$7,372 (GTA1) / $3,225-$8,522 (GTA2)

POSITION INFORMATION:

Marking and assessment

QUALIFICATIONS:

Familiarity with a broad range of human geography foci. Ideally, an undergraduate degree in Geography. Experience in online education settings, familiarity with Canvas program. Organized and an excellent communicator.

COURSE:

GEOG 104 Climate Change, Water and Society

LOCATION:

online

DURATION:

January 5 – April 30, 2027

BASE UNITS:

1.94 BUs – 5.17 BUs

SALARY RANGE:

$2,779-$7,372 (GTA1) / $3,225-$8,522 (GTA2)

POSITION INFORMATION:

Marking and assessment

QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge of the physical and social dimensions of climate change and its impact on water resources.

COURSE:

GEOG 111 Earth Systems

LOCATION:

Burnaby Campus

DURATION:

January 5 – April 30, 2027

BASE UNITS:

2.5 BUs – 5.17 BUs

SALARY RANGE:

$3,548-$7,372 (GTA1) / $4,084-$8,522 (GTA2)

POSITION INFORMATION:

Labs

QUALIFICATIONS:

Completed introductory physical geography course or equivalent. Good grasp of basic principles of map interpretation, weather and climate, hydrology, geomorphology, and biogeography. TA is required to lead lab sections and give feedback to students in a timely manner.

COURSE:

GEOG 150 Digital Earth

LOCATION:

Online

DURATION:

January 5 – April 30, 2027

BASE UNITS:

1.92 BUs – 5.22 BUs

SALARY RANGE:

$2,750-$7,476 (GTA1) / $3,191- $8,676 (GTA2)

POSITION INFORMATION:

Marking and assessment

QUALIFICATIONS:

Applicants must have good knowledge of vector and raster GIS methods and techniques, map design principles, spatial database techniques, and experience with the complete workflow for quantitatively analyzing geographic data. Effectively supporting students will require the implementation of the weekly course learning outcomes through well-defined tasks that include grading assignments digitally and outside of Canvas; and meeting with the instructor in-person on multiple days of the week.

COURSE:

GEOG 161 Urban Change: An Introduction to Dynamic Places

LOCATION:

Burnaby Campus

DURATION:

January 5 – April 30, 2027

BASE UNITS:

2.59 BUs

SALARY RANGE:

$3,667 (GTA1) / $4,233 (GTA2)

POSITION INFORMATION:

Marking and assessment

QUALIFICATIONS:

Familiarity with a broad range of urban geography foci; ability to provide feedback to help students learn how urban spaces and social processes are mutually constituted; knowledge of urban examples from Canada and various other parts of the world. Ideally, an undergraduate degree in Geography at least in progress. Experience in online education settings, familiarity with Canvas program. Organized and an excellent communicator.

COURSE:

GEOG 162 Canada

LOCATION:

Online

DURATION:

January 5 – April 30, 2027

BASE UNITS:

1.94 BUs – 5.17 BUs

SALARY RANGE:

$2,779-$7,372 (GTA1) / $3,225-$8,522 (GTA2)

POSITION INFORMATION:

QUALIFICATIONS:

Qualifications: Completion of Geography 162 or equivalent course in Regional Geography of Canada. Good knowledge of Canada across a range of geographical realms (e.g., physical, historical, economic, social/urban, political geography). Ability to synthesize and connect current Canadian events and issues with geographical concepts and themes. Knowledge of Indigenous histories an asset.

COURSE:

GEOG 213 Introduction to Geomorphology

LOCATION:

Burnaby Campus

DURATION:

January 5 – April 30, 2027

BASE UNITS:

3.83 BUs – 5.17 BUs

SALARY RANGE:

$5,453-$7,372 (GTA1) / $6,295-$8,522 (GTA2)

POSITION INFORMATION:

Labs

Field trip.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Qualifications: BSc in Physical Geography at least in progress, Environmental Science or Earth Sciences; Excellent plotting and analysis skills in Excel; ability to use Google Earth, PowerPoint; knowledge of regression analysis and differential and integral calculus; air photo interpretation skills.

COURSE:

GEOG 214 Weather and Climate

LOCATION:

Burnaby Campus

DURATION:

January 5 – April 30, 2027

BASE UNITS:

5.17 BUs

SALARY RANGE:

$7,372 (GTA1) / $8,522 (GTA2)

POSITION INFORMATION:

Labs

QUALIFICATIONS:

Background in atmospheric science, including understanding of the fundamental processes that govern the atmosphere (energy balance, humidity, stability); familiarity with basic instrumentation to measure atmospheric variables (humidity, temperature, wind speed); proficiency in MS Excel.

COURSE:

GEOG 215 the Biosphere

LOCATION:

Burnaby Campus

DURATION:

January 5 – April 30, 2027

BASE UNITS:

5.17 BUs

SALARY RANGE:

$7,372 (GTA1) / $8,522 (GTA2)

POSITION INFORMATION:

Labs

QUALIFICATIONS:

Background in ecology and/or biogeography; understanding of major environmental issues and impacts of human activities; knowledge of climate change; fieldwork experience.

COURSE:

GEOG 241 People, Place, Society

LOCATION:

Burnaby Campus

DURATION:

January 5 – April 30, 2027

BASE UNITS:

1.56 BUs

SALARY RANGE:

$2,234 (GTA1) / $2,593 (GTA2)

POSITION INFORMATION:

Marking and assessment

QUALIFICATIONS:

Applicants must have an understanding of the main research questions, theories, empirical foci, as well as methods and methodologies that comprise contemporary human geography. Previous exposure to theories of racial capitalism, colonialism, patriarchy, and critical race theory preferred.

COURSE:

GEOG 255 Geographic Information Science I

LOCATION:

Burnaby Campus

DURATION:

January 5 – April 30, 2027

BASE UNITS:

5.17 BUs

SALARY RANGE:

$7,372 (GTA1) / $8,522 (GTA2)

POSITION INFORMATION

Labs

QUALIFICATIONS:

One or both of ArcGIS Pro 3.3 and or QGIS 3.40.7 software environments; Microsoft Excel including data conversion formats and function; Microsoft PowerPoint for weekly lab demo presentations. Knowledge of vector GIS methods and techniques, cartographic map design principles, and database techniques. Practical experience with GPS-based data acquisition, data mobilization (e.g. CSV), digitization, data integration, and the complete workflow for quantitatively analyzing geographic data. Ability to source, integrate and process geographic data for use in lab demos; communicate and explain vector GIS concepts in a clear manner; manage tasks within the agreed time allocations; and meet with the instructor F2F or Zoom for focused logistical meetings. Experience with instructional support technologies; Zoom; maintaining a Canvas gradebook, comfortable with marking all assessments digitally.

COURSE:

GEOG 261 Encountering the City

LOCATION:

Burnaby Campus

DURATION:

January 5 – April 30, 2027

BASE UNITS:

1.56 BUs

SALARY RANGE:

$2,234 (GTA1) / $2,593 (GTA2)

POSITION INFORMATION:

Marking and assessment

QUALIFICATIONS:

background in social science, preferably with an interest and background in urban issues, broadly defined.

COURSE:

GEOG 266W Geography in Practice

LOCATION:

Burnaby Campus

DURATION:

January 5 – April 30, 2027

BASE UNITS:

2.56 BUs

SALARY RANGE:

$3,666 (GTA1) / $4,255 (GTA2)

POSITION INFORMATION:

Marking and assessment

QUALIFICATIONS:

The TA must be competent in written and oral English, be able to accurately grade written work using provided rubrics, and be interested in and motivated to give constructive feedback on assignments to help students improve their work. 

The applicant should be interested in fostering students’ writing and other communication skills, and should have experience with the methods, tools and strategies for a literature review. An appreciation of the multidisciplinary nature of Geography is an asset.

COURSE:

GEOG 310 Physical Geography Field School

LOCATION:

Burnaby Campus

DURATION:

January 5 – April 30, 2027

BASE UNITS:

5.17 BUs

SALARY RANGE:

$7,372 (GTA1) / $8,522 (GTA2)

POSITION INFORMATION:

Field school

QUALIFICATIONS:

experience working in the field and basic field map reading and interpretation skills (e.g., latitude/longitude, plotting a bearing on a map, using a compass in the field, etc.). Experience with GIS or fieldwork in hydrology, fluvial geomorphology, or sedimentology is an asset. Valid full driver's license (ability to drive with several passengers) and confident driving non-paved roads. First Aid preferred.

COURSE:

GEOG 312 Geography of Natural Hazards

LOCATION:

Online

DURATION:

September 3 – December 19, 2025

BASE UNITS:

1.92 BUs - 2.59 BUs

SALARY RANGE:

$2,750-$3,709 (GTA1) / $3,191-$4,305 (GTA2)

POSITION INFORMATION:

Marking and assessment

QUALIFICATIONS:

Qualifications: Applicants should have a basic understanding of plate tectonics, weather and climate, and human interactions with their environment. Ability to hold online office hours through zoom or other technological platforms.

COURSE:

GEOG 313 River Geomorphology

LOCATION:

Burnaby Campus

DURATION:

January 5 – April 30, 2027

BASE UNITS:

2.5 BUs – 3.83 BUs

SALARY RANGE:

$3,548-$4,981 (GTA1) / $4,084-$5,747 (GTA2)

POSITION INFORMATION:

Labs – partial. Field trip

QUALIFICATIONS:

Completion of GEOG 313 or comparable coursework in Physical Geography, Environmental Science or Earth Science; knowledge of river hydrology, hydraulics and sediment transport; expertise with plotting and analysis in Excel and aerial photograph interpretation; excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to use PowerPoint; ability to complete and preferably practical experience in river measurements for weekend field trip.

COURSE:

GEOG 316 Global Biogeochemical and Water Cycles

LOCATION:

Burnaby Campus

DURATION:

January 5 – April 30, 2027

BASE UNITS:

5.17 BUs

SALARY RANGE:

$7,372 (GTA1) / $8,522 (GTA2)

POSITION INFORMATION:

Labs

QUALIFICATIONS:

 : BSc with a major related to geosciences and/or ecology completed or in progress; preferably should have a background that includes knowledge combining ecosystem ecology and some basic chemistry; needs good quantitative skills and proficiency with Excel spreadsheets; experience with R is helpful but not required; should have ability to teach students about features and dynamics of global biogeochemical and water cycles and how they are affected by various environmental issues.

COURSE:

GEOG 317 Soil Science

LOCATION:

Burnaby Campus

DURATION:

January 5 – April 30, 2027

BASE UNITS:

3.83 -5.17 BUs

SALARY RANGE:

$5,453-$7,372 (GTA1) / $6,295-$8,522 (GTA2)

POSITION INFORMATION:

Labs

QUALIFICATIONS:

Applicants must have an in-depth knowledge of the Canadian system of soil classification (use in the lab and field); parent material and rock and mineral identification; soil particle size analysis;  soil pH and its measurement; and soil bulk density and its measurement.

COURSE:

GEOG 324 Geography of Transportation

LOCATION:

Surrey Campus

DURATION:

January 5 – April 30, 2027

BASE UNITS:

7.17 BUs

SALARY RANGE:

$10,236 (GTA1) / $11,846 (GTA2)

POSITION INFORMATION:

Tutorials

QUALIFICATIONS:

knowledge of transportation geography or transportation planning; some grounding in economic geography also acceptable in the absence of direct transportation knowledge/experience; ability to assess written work and oral presentations.

COURSE:

GEOG 328 Labour Geographies

LOCATION:

Burnaby Campus

DURATION:

January 5 – April 30, 2026

BASE UNITS:

1.56 BUs

SALARY RANGE:

$2,234 (GTA1) / $2,593 (GTA2)

POSITION INFORMATION:

Marking and assessment

QUALIFICATIONS:

Undergraduate degree in human geographer or labour studies or at least relevant course work completed; knowledge of labour geography, economic geography, or political economy; some familiarity with labour geographies.

COURSE:

GEOG 333 Climate Crisis: Understanding a World on Fire

LOCATION:

Burnaby Campus

DURATION:

January 5 – April 30, 2027

BASE UNITS:

7.17 BUs

SALARY RANGE:

$10,236 (GTA1) / $11,846 (GTA2)

POSITION INFORMATION:

Tutorials

QUALIFICATIONS:

Human geographer with training in social or urban geography. Applicants must have strong writing, editing, critical analysis, and facilitation skills; interest in climate policy and politics; and basic familiarity with both social theory and the social dimensions of climate change. Experience in public scholarship or podcast creation an asset

COURSE:

GEOG 352 Spatial Analysis

LOCATION:

Burnaby Campus

DURATION:

January 5 – April 30, 2027

BASE UNITS:

5.17 BUs

SALARY RANGE:

$7,372 (GTA1) / $8,522 (GTA2)

POSITION INFORMATION:

Labs

QUALIFICATIONS:

Applicants should have advanced knowledge of the ArcGIS software and its spatial analytical functions; knowledge of raster and vector GIS and related analysis functions; knowledge of statistical concepts at an intermediate level; knowledge of Microsoft Excel and its statistical functions; knowledge of Microsoft PowerPoint for lab presentations; practical experience with the processing of digital geographic/geospatial data of various formats; ability to locate, assemble and process geographic/geospatial data for assignment preparations and use in lab demos; ability to communicate and explain GIS and spatial analytical methods in a clear manner; and time management skills.  Some experience with online teaching and learning contexts in case the course is offered remotely.

COURSE:

GEOG 353 Advanced Remote Sensing

LOCATION:

Burnaby Campus

DURATION:

January 5 – April 30, 2027

BASE UNITS:

5.17 BUs

SALARY RANGE:

$7,372 (GTA1) / $8,522 (GTA2)

POSITION INFORMATION:

Labs

QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge of the ENVI software and its image processing functions; knowledge of the image data model at an intermediate and advance level; practical experience with the complete workflow for analyzing satellite images; ability to locate, assemble and process satellite image data for use in lab demos; ability to communicate and explain image analysis concepts in a clear manner; ability to manage time such that tasks are completed within the agreed time allocation.

COURSE:

GEOG 364 Cities and Crisis

LOCATION:

Burnaby Campus

DURATION:

January 5 – April 30, 2027

BASE UNITS:

5.17 BUs

SALARY RANGE:

$7,372 (GTA1) / $8,522 (GTA2)

POSITION INFORMATION:

Tutorials

QUALIFICATIONS:

Applicants require training in interdisciplinary approaches to race, space, and power; social movements; and/or political-economic geography. Applicants should have some familiarity with or interest in Black, feminist, and carceral studies. Applicants should expect to lead tutorials and be able to provide productive feedback on assignments in a timely manner.

COURSE:

GEOG 367 Indigenous Ecologies: Indigenous Knowledge, Botany, and Ecological Relationships

LOCATION:

Burnaby Campus

DURATION:

January 5 – April 30, 2027

BASE UNITS:

5.17 BUs

SALARY RANGE:

$7,372 (GTA1) / $8,522 (GTA2)

POSITION INFORMATION:

Labs

QUALIFICATIONS:

Background and experience in Indigenous studies, botany, ecology, ethnobotany, and Indigenous land stewardship. Demonstrated experience in working with Indigenous Knowledge systems and Western scientific approaches to ecology, including plant identification and ecological relationships, is an asset. Experience facilitating small group discussions, support student learning through field-based activities, and assist with plant identification and observation exercises. Strong critical analysis, communication, and organizational skills, with an ability to provide constructive feedback on written assignments and reflective journals. Demonstrated ability to support students to understand Indigenous perspectives on plant-human relationships, ecological stewardship, and ethical engagement with Indigenous lands and knowledge. Experience with or willingness to participate in outdoor learning activities is required. Experience and comfort using Canvas, Zoom, and other online teaching platform.

COURSE:

GEOG 389W Nature and Society

LOCATION:

Burnaby Campus

DURATION:

January 5 – April 30, 2027

BASE UNITS:

4.17 BUs – 8.17 BUs

SALARY RANGE:

$5,940-$11,669 (GTA1) / $6,860-$13,509 (GTA2)

POSITION INFORMATION:

Tutorials

QUALIFICATIONS:

Sound grasp of writing and ability to assess written work (for W course); knowledge of political ecology, or some grounding in environmental justice/politics.

COURSE:

GEOG 414 Climate Change

LOCATION:

Burnaby Campus

DURATION:

January 5 – April 30, 2027

BASE UNITS:

2.5 BUs

SALARY RANGE:

$3,548 (GTA1) / $4,084 (GTA2)

POSITION INFORMATION:

Lab – partial

QUALIFICATIONS:

Applicants must have a strong background in climate system science and be familiar with current research in the discipline, particularly in the field of climate-carbon cycle interactions; basic numerical modelling skills; and proficiency in Matlab and/or Python.

COURSE:

GEOG 457 Geovisualization Interfaces

LOCATION:

Burnaby Campus

DURATION:

January 5 – April 30, 2027

BASE UNITS:

2.5 BUs

SALARY RANGE:

$3,548 (GTA1) / $4,084 (GTA2)

POSITION INFORMATION:

Lab – partial

QUALIFICATIONS:

Experienced with 3D geovisualization/3D geovisual analysis/simulation in one or more topologically 3D environments and 3D photogrammetry. Comfortable using Unity3D and 360 video.

Experienced at implementing geospatial data in virtual worlds, using one or more VR systems (Vive, Rift), Google Cardboard, Gear VR, Oculus Go, or equivalent, one or more AR ecosystems (Vuforia) and one or more AR solutions (Hololens, MLOne, tablet).

COURSE:

GEOG 467 Skwxwú7mesh Ethnobotany Field Course

LOCATION:

Burnaby Campus

DURATION:

January 5 – April 30, 2027

BASE UNITS:

5.17 BUs

SALARY RANGE:

$7,372 (GTA1) / $8,522 (GTA2)

POSITION INFORMATION:

Field Course

QUALIFICATIONS:

Background in social science or science, with a specialty, or previous experience and background, in Indigenous studies, botany, ecology, Indigenous land-management; works well in peer groups, is insightful and resourceful, and can demonstrate good critical analysis and communication skills. Ability to facilitate intensive full-day field days in a field trip environment is essential. A keen interest in helping students learn how culturally important plants and places are connected to learning about Indigenous geographies/land-based knowledge/community-based research; experience in facilitating small group discussions and being able to speak about examples, provided by the instructor, from Indigenous communities in Canada and from various other parts of the world. Experience and comfort using Zoom, CANVAS and other online platforms in teaching and learning. First Aid preferred.