Job Description
Athabasca University's Learning Services Tutorial Department is seeking an Academic Expert Markerfor the following course ending June2026:
APST 255 Computer Aided Design
Qualifications and Experience Required:A minimum of a Master's degree required (PhD preferred) in Architecture or Engineering or equivalent professional experience.
The successful candidate will have subject matter expertise and be responsible for providing academic assistance to students, for marking assignments, and for assigning and recording final grades. Teaching experience at a post-secondary level is required. Experience in distance learning and familiarity with digital teaching technologies and online course delivery is preferred. Experience with adult education and Moodle online course delivery is considered an asset.
This course focuses on Computer-Aided Design. The successful candidate will have experience with software such as SketchUp, AutoCAD and Revit.
Along with the relevant academic credentials as mentioned above, this position requires excellent communication, organizational, administration and online/computer skills. The successful candidate should have demonstrated ability to maintain a high academic standard, maintain accurate student records, and return students' work promptly and within the University's required service standards. Candidates must own or have access to a computer and internet with the capability to communicate with the University and students and the capability to run any applications required to perform tutorial support. Please seehttp://itss.athabascau.ca/docs/virtualdesktop.htmfor more information on computer and internet connection requirements.
Contact Information
Forfurther information about this position, please contact Dr. Douglas MacLeod, Chair and Course Coordinator at [email protected]
First consideration will be given to internal applicants according to Article 7 of The Board/CUPE Collective Agreement, followed by those candidates who are able to work from Alberta and then those who are able to work from within Canada.
Non-doctoral prepared employees: $243.25 prorated per block, per biweekly pay and/or $31.01 per hour.
Doctoral prepared employees: $252.+8 prorated per block, per biweekly pay and/or $32.24 per hour.
Athabasca First
Wherever possible, AU seeks to attract and hire qualified team members to reside in the Athabasca region. We will offer relocation assistance for the right candidate should you decide to relocate to the Town of Athabasca. As a resident of the town or county of Athabasca, you can choose to work on and from our beautiful campus in Athabasca.
To discover the Town and Region of Athabasca, go to: Visit Athabasca.
What AU Offers:
Benefits and Pension eligibility differs based on employee group and may include:
Defined Benefits Pension Plan
Alberta Health Care
Extended Health Care
Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
Disability Coverage
Vacation
Office Closure between Christmas and New Year's Day
Discretionary Benefit Fund
AU Course Allowance
A Variety of Leaves (e.g., Maternity/Parental/Adoption, Compassionate Care, etc.)
Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
Educational credentials will be verified before an offer of employment is extended. An offer of employment is conditional upon verification of educational credentials.
All educational credentials must be recognized in Canada.
E-Transcripts shared directly from your Post-Secondary Institution via email are acceptable.
WES https://www.wes.org/ca/ may be used to verify international educational credentials. Processing time for verification of international qualifications may take up to one month; please plan accordingly.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents will be given priority.
Athabasca University encourages applications from women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, persons of any ****** orientation, persons of any gender identity and expression, and members of visible minorities.
Where applicants have equal skills, abilities, and experience, candidates residing within or willing to relocate to the County of Athabasca will be given preference.
Working outside of Canada is not supported by Athabasca University. You are legally not permitted to work for Athabasca University if you are living outside of Canada.
APST 255 Computer Aided Design
Qualifications and Experience Required:A minimum of a Master's degree required (PhD preferred) in Architecture or Engineering or equivalent professional experience.
The successful candidate will have subject matter expertise and be responsible for providing academic assistance to students, for marking assignments, and for assigning and recording final grades. Teaching experience at a post-secondary level is required. Experience in distance learning and familiarity with digital teaching technologies and online course delivery is preferred. Experience with adult education and Moodle online course delivery is considered an asset.
This course focuses on Computer-Aided Design. The successful candidate will have experience with software such as SketchUp, AutoCAD and Revit.
Along with the relevant academic credentials as mentioned above, this position requires excellent communication, organizational, administration and online/computer skills. The successful candidate should have demonstrated ability to maintain a high academic standard, maintain accurate student records, and return students' work promptly and within the University's required service standards. Candidates must own or have access to a computer and internet with the capability to communicate with the University and students and the capability to run any applications required to perform tutorial support. Please seehttp://itss.athabascau.ca/docs/virtualdesktop.htmfor more information on computer and internet connection requirements.
Contact Information
Forfurther information about this position, please contact Dr. Douglas MacLeod, Chair and Course Coordinator at [email protected]
First consideration will be given to internal applicants according to Article 7 of The Board/CUPE Collective Agreement, followed by those candidates who are able to work from Alberta and then those who are able to work from within Canada.
Non-doctoral prepared employees: $243.25 prorated per block, per biweekly pay and/or $31.01 per hour.
Doctoral prepared employees: $252.+8 prorated per block, per biweekly pay and/or $32.24 per hour.
Athabasca First
Wherever possible, AU seeks to attract and hire qualified team members to reside in the Athabasca region. We will offer relocation assistance for the right candidate should you decide to relocate to the Town of Athabasca. As a resident of the town or county of Athabasca, you can choose to work on and from our beautiful campus in Athabasca.
To discover the Town and Region of Athabasca, go to: Visit Athabasca.
What AU Offers:
Benefits and Pension eligibility differs based on employee group and may include:
Defined Benefits Pension Plan
Alberta Health Care
Extended Health Care
Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
Disability Coverage
Vacation
Office Closure between Christmas and New Year's Day
Discretionary Benefit Fund
AU Course Allowance
A Variety of Leaves (e.g., Maternity/Parental/Adoption, Compassionate Care, etc.)
Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
Educational credentials will be verified before an offer of employment is extended. An offer of employment is conditional upon verification of educational credentials.
All educational credentials must be recognized in Canada.
E-Transcripts shared directly from your Post-Secondary Institution via email are acceptable.
WES https://www.wes.org/ca/ may be used to verify international educational credentials. Processing time for verification of international qualifications may take up to one month; please plan accordingly.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents will be given priority.
Athabasca University encourages applications from women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, persons of any ****** orientation, persons of any gender identity and expression, and members of visible minorities.
Where applicants have equal skills, abilities, and experience, candidates residing within or willing to relocate to the County of Athabasca will be given preference.
Working outside of Canada is not supported by Athabasca University. You are legally not permitted to work for Athabasca University if you are living outside of Canada.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Academic Expert Marker - APST 255 (TERM) position is now open for candidates interested in the Education Jobs sector. This role in Athabasca offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Education Jobs is a plus.
