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Requisition Title: SIA – AST201H5S Exploring the Universe (Marker)

Position Type: Marker  

Course Title: AST201H5S - Exploring the Universe

Course Description: The Universe extends from the Sun to the most distant regions we can observe. This course explores our Sun, the other stars, the Milky Way galaxy in which our Sun lives, other galaxies that are far outside our Milky Way, and the most distant objects we can observe. In addition, the course presents evidence that everything we observe is just a small fraction of what exists in the Universe. The course content considers how the Universe began and evolved over time and the possibility of life beyond Earth.

Number of Positions (est):  1 position. * Positions are dependent on actual course enrolment, and are not guaranteed.

Course Enrolment (est): 280 students

Hours of work (est): 50 hours

Class schedule: In-person delivery  

Sessional dates of appointment: January 2027 – April 2027

Salary: CUPE3902 Unit 3 Salaries. The rates stated in the collective agreement shall prevail.

Qualifications: M.Sc. or Ph.D. in Astronomy or Physics. Sound knowledge in contents covered in the course required. Previous experience marking assignments, quizzes, tests and/or final exam in Astronomy an asset to be able to evaluate students' work consistently within the UofT's standards. Good communication skills are required as well.

Description of Duties: Duties will include marking assignments, quizzes, term tests, and/or final examination.

Closing date: November 2, 2026, 11:59pm. Returning pool members with intention to accept positions are highly encouraged to apply and will be given priority for positions. 

Application instructions: Please submit your application by completing this Unit 3 Application Form and email it along with your latest CV to .