Brock University is located on the traditional territory of the Haudenosaunee and Anishinaabe peoples, many of whom continue to live and work here today. This territory is covered by the Upper Canada Treaties and is within the land protected by the Dish with One Spoon Wampum Agreement. We are one of Canada’s leading comprehensive universities and a Top Employer in Hamilton-Niagara. Brock has been ranked #3 as Canada’s Best Employers and top 10 as one of Canada’s Best Employers for Diversity compiled by Forbes and Statista. We are an inclusive, welcoming community that offers a wide range of unique career opportunities. Ignite new possibilities for your career. Break through at Brock. Post End Date: May 20, 2025 at 11:59 PM This job advertisement is to fill an existing vacancy in the CUPE4207-1 (Employee Group) STAC 1P99 - The Culture of Noise Also listed as IASC 1P99, MUSI 1P99 and HAVC 1P99 Role of noise in music, social space and art. Exploration of discursive issues concerning the value of sound studies. Lectures/seminar, 3 hours, asynchronous online. Compensation Marker-Grader positions are paid according to the qualifications that the employee holds. This position is for a nominal 41.5 hours and may fluctuate due to registration. · Master’s Degree Complete ($34.10/hour) - Paid to employees who have completed a master’s degree. (Rate effective September 1, 2024) · Undergraduate Degree Complete ($29.40/hour) Paid to employees who have completed a four-year honours degree or a three-year pass degree. (Rate effective September 1, 2024) · Third Year Complete ($21.70/hour) - Paid to employees who have completed the third year of an undergraduate honours degree. (Rate effective September 1, 2024) · Second Year Complete ($19.09/hour) Paid to employees who have completed the second year of an undergraduate degree. (Rate effective September 1, 2024) · First Year Complete ($18.00/hour) Paid to employees who have completed the first year of an undergraduate honours degree. (Rate effective September 1, 2024) Duties Duties and responsibilities will be in accordance with Article 22 of the Collective Agreement. The marker-grader is expected to mark assignments, term projects, case reports, midterms, progress exams, and/or final exams and must be prepared to provide written feedback to students that will clearly identify the basis of the grade assigned; whether it is due to substantive content, or to written communications, including spelling, punctuation, grammar, and overall structure and organization of the submission. The marker-grader may be expected to invigilate mid-terms and examinations for this course, or enter grades into databases, at the request of the course instructor. Qualifications The qualifications for this position have changed since it was last posted. Must have completed upper-level studies in arts and culture and/or writing/reporting for the arts and attained a grade of 80% or higher. Graduate of or Major in subjects of the Fine and Performing Arts and/or Writing for the Arts or similar, with a minimum major average of 75%. Must possess an understanding of the interdisciplinary connections between the arts, with demonstrated knowledge and experience with the concepts of noise, sound, music (or musicology), visual culture and art-related courses. Demonstrated ability to effectively and efficiently evaluate students’ sound journals related to topics discussed in modules related to sound studies, including evaluation of academic and reflective writing, spelling/grammar, MLA style, completion of lesson material and readings. Excellent communications skills, both written and verbal. Proven track record of working effectively with deadlines. Previous Marker/Grader experience in STAC is required. Effective and efficient experience using Learning Management systems is required. The course will be delivered using Brightspace. Applications Please include a cover letter and a current resume. Members with seniority can provide seniority date within the application questionnaire. For further information Catherine Parayre, Director, Studies in Arts and Culture cparayre@brocku.ca Positions listed on this posting are subject to course enrolments and budgetary approval. As per Article 22.04 of the Collective Agreement: Part-time Graduate Students and Non-Students shall not accept any appointment which, taken together with all other appointments at the University, would cause the member to exceed the maximum number of regular hours (i.e. not overtime hours) allowable in a work week under the Employment Standards Act, as amended from time to time. The Collective Agreement governs part-time Instructor, Teaching Assistant, Lab Demonstrator, Course Coordinator and Marker-Grader positions at Brock University. The Agreement can be accessed on the Human Resources Web Site - https://brocku.ca/human-resources/collective-agreements/ Additional Comments Course descriptions can be found on the Undergraduate course calendar website: http://www.brocku.ca/webcal/ Academic terms generally run from: Fall – September to December Winter – January to April Spring – May to July Summer – July to August Actual dates can be found on the Timetables available on the Office of the Registrar web page: https://brocku.ca/registrar/toolkit/registration/ We are committed to offering flexible work arrangements where possible as outlined in our Flexible Work Arrangement Policy. As a student-centered organization, all employees are required to work on campus as needed. Brock University is committed to creating a respectful and equitable workplace. We strive to foster a culture of diversity and inclusion in our work and learning environments. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and actively encourage applications from women, people with disabilities, members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, Indigenous Peoples, people who identify as Black, African and/or Caribbean, as racialized and/or as from ethnic and cultural minority groups, and other underrepresented demographic groups at Brock and in the Niagara region. Brock also recognizes intersectionality and the interconnected identities, histories, and experiences of these aforementioned groups. We are committed to inclusive and barrier-free recruitment, and we accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of the recruitment process, as outlined in our Employment Accommodation Policy and consistent with the requirements of the Ontario Human Rights Code. Please contact talent@brocku.ca if you require a disability related accommodation so we can ensure your participation needs are met. Brock University does not use AI Technology at any stage of the recruitment process. We appreciate all applications received. Candidates that are selected for an interview will be contacted. Learn more about Brock University by visiting www.brocku.ca. Brock University is a comprehensive institution with rich academic programs and world-class research activity. Located in Ontario’s scenic Niagara region on the traditional territory of the Haudenosaunee and Anishinaabe peoples, Brock is situated in a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. With nearly 600 full-time faculty members and researchers, Brock's robust academic scope offers more than 70 undergraduate programs and 50 graduate programs in seven dynamic Faculties. The University’s 19,000 students come from across Canada and around the world. Brock’s renowned student experience is enriched by an emphasis on experiential education, as illustrated by community partnerships, volunteerism and one of Ontario's largest and most successful co-op programs. Learn more at brocku.ca.
