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Writing Support Assistant
McMaster University —Hamilton, ON
- $17.60–$24.60 an hour
- Temporary
- Hybrid work
- Doctoral degree
- Writing skills
- Data analysis skills
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Writing Support Assistant

McMaster University -
Hamilton, ON

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Job details

Temporary | Casual
$17.60–$24.60 an hour
9 days ago

Qualifications

Facilitation
Doctoral degree
Writing skills
Tutoring
Data analysis skills
Literature reviews
Presentation skills
Bachelor's
Instructor-led training method
Data collection
Communication skills

Full job description

Job ID

78076

Job Title

Writing Support Assistant

Regular/Temporary

Temporary

Location

Central Campus

Open Date

2026/08/27

Job Type

Casual

Close Date

2026/09/13

Employee Group

Interim

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Department

Student Transition&Development

Full/Part Time

Part-Time

Salary Grade/Band

Temp 2

Salary Range

$17.60 - $24.60 (hourly)

Job Code

INT362

Existing Vacancy

Yes - Backfilling as Existing

Target Number of Openings

Hours per Week

Job Description

Department, Unit or Project Description:
The Student Success Centre (SSC) provides an array of programs/services to students related to transition and academic success support (orientation, study and writing skills support), career development and employment, experiential opportunities and provides support services for international students.

The mission of the Centre states: “We engage students and alumni in diverse learning opportunities to support their academic, personal and professional growth.” Operating in service of this purpose, the SSC employs a team of writing advisors who provide students with one-on-one support. We are seeking 2 writing advisors who are interested in seeking personal and professional growth by helping others to improve their written communication skills.

Job Summary:
Provides support to McMaster students in developing effective academic writing practices through
individualized and group writing sessions and delivers workshops or class presentations on
writing and related academic skills. The position will design and facilitate various instructional
materials, and learning sessions using research. Work is performed under general guidance and
direction and in accordance with established procedures and practices.

Accountabilities:

Provide individualized academic writing support to students through one-on-one

appointments.

Facilitate small-group learning sessions (e.g., writing circles) to support writing

development and peer learning.

Deliver workshops and class presentations on writing and related academic strategies.
Maintain routine records related to student interactions, programming, and activities.
Assist with the development or review of instructional materials and learning resources.
Support pedagogical research or course/curriculum initiatives by conducting literature

reviews, gathering information, and assisting with basic data analysis.

Work collaboratively with academic skills staff and faculty partners and seek guidance as

needed

Qualifications:
Education: Completed a relevant undergraduate program.

Experience: Prior experience in a research/writing environment or related coursework would be
an asset.

Assets:

Prior experience providing one-on-one writing support.
Working knowledge of the writing process
PhD students preferred
Experience being a Teaching Assistant preferred

Additional Information:

Include a cover letter, resume and academic writing sample in your application

How To Apply

To apply for this job, please submit your application online. Include a cover letter, resume and academic writing sample in your application

Employment Equity Statement

McMaster University is located on the traditional territories of the Haudenosaunee and Mississauga Nations and within the lands protected by the “Dish With One Spoon” wampum agreement.

The diversity of our workforce is at the core of our innovation and creativity and strengthens our research and teaching excellence. In keeping with its Statement on Building an Inclusive Community with a Shared Purpose, McMaster University strives to embody the values of respect, collaboration and diversity, and has a strong commitment to employment equity.

The University seeks qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity and inclusion, who will contribute to the diversification of ideas and perspectives, and especially welcomes applications from indigenous (First Nations, Métis or Inuit) peoples, members of racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women, and persons who identify as 2SLGBTQ+.

As part of McMaster’s commitment, all applicants are invited to complete a confidential Applicant Diversity Survey through the online application submission process. The Survey questionnaire requests voluntary self-identification in relation to equity-seeking groups that have historically faced and continue to face barriers in employment. Please refer to the Applicant Diversity Survey - Statement of Collection for additional information.

Job applicants requiring accommodation to participate in the hiring process should contact:

Human Resources Service Centre at 905-525-9140 ext. 222-HR (22247), or
Faculty of Health Sciences HR Office at ext. 22207, or
School of Graduate Studies at ext. 23679

to communicate accommodation needs.

Hybrid Work Language

To ensure an ongoing and vibrant University community that meets the needs of our students, staff and faculty and supports the University mission, ability to work on-site continues to be a requirement for most University positions. The University is supportive of exploring flexible work arrangements that effectively balance operational needs and employee interests.

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