Call for Applications
Teaching Assistant Positions 2026-27
School of Policy Studies
Queen’s University, Kingston, ON CAN K7L 3N6
In accordance with the collective agreement between ¾ÅÐãÖ±²¥ and Teaching Assistants (PSAC Local 901) applications are invited from qualified PhD students for teaching assistant positions. TAships are filled according to Group Preferences set out in the Collective Agreement between Queen’s University and the Public Service Alliance of Canada.
Responsibilities
Teaching assistant duties include but are not limited to grading assignments, attending lectures and tutorials in person, office hours with students, and answering emails. More specific expectations will be covered at the beginning of the term.
Courses
*Please note course times may be subject to change.
MPA 800: Governing Institutions
Term: Fall 2026 (on-campus and online)
Class Time(s): On-Campus Tuesdays 10-11:30am; Online TBA
Description: An examination of the institutions and processes involved in addressing policy problems. While particular attention is given to Canadian governments, the course considers other influences on the decision making process emanating from the third sector and the global environment. Fall.
MPA 804: Principles of Economics
Term: Fall 2026
Class Time(s): Wednesdays 8:30-11:30am
Description: This course introduces basic concepts in microeconomics and macroeconomics to students who have had limited exposure to economics. It focuses on issues relevant to the public sector. Fall.
MPA 805: Quantitative Analysis
Term: Fall 2026
Class Time(s): Tuesdays 2:30-5:30pm
Description: This course introduces basic statistics and multivariate regression to students. The focus is on interpreting quantitative information contained in reports and studies commonly found in the public sector. Fall.
Contract Hours
The hours in the TA contract will be determined based on the actual course enrollment.
To Apply
The University invites applications from all qualified PhD students. Queen’s University is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, racialized persons, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ persons and such other groups as may be designated by legislation.
The University will provide support in its recruitment processes to applicants with disabilities, including accommodation that takes into account an applicant’s accessibility needs.
Application Process
The process of assigning qualified graduate students to these positions is outlined in the Collective Agreement between the Public Service Alliance of Canada () and Queen’s University. Remuneration will be in accordance with the Collective Agreement, and appointments are subject to funding or enrollment criteria. Applications will be reviewed, and positions allocated in reference to candidates’ teaching and academic experience as it applies to the course subject field and in reference to the candidates’ priority for a Teaching Assistantship as specified by the Collective Agreement.
If you wish to be considered for a teaching assistantship listed above, please complete the . Applicants from Preference Groups B, C, D, and E will be required to upload a CV and unofficial transcripts. All applicants who have previously completed the Mandatory Training will be required to upload proof of completion.
If you have questions, please contact:
Celina Caswell
Graduate Program Advising Coordinator - MPA Lead
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Mackintosh-Corry Hall, Room B411
Kingston, Ontario, Canada, K7L 3N6
Application Deadline
Submit your application and supporting documentation using the no later than August 6, 2026. Only those applicants who will be offered a teaching assistantship will be contacted.