Updated September 10th 2026
- Undergraduate Research Assistant (Trent Durham GTA) - NEW
- Part-time Faculty CUPE 1 Bargaining Unit Positions
- GTA Positions
- CUPE 2 Bargaining Unit Positions - NEW
- Student Marker -- Peterborough Campus
- Student Marker -- Durham Campus
- TWSP position
Research Assistant (Trent Durham GTA)
Job Title: Research Assistant
Department: Anthropology - Trent Durham GTA
Supervisor: Dr. Jen Newton
Weekly Hours: 10
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Salary/Wage: $17.60/hour plus non-discretionary benefits
Location: Online and in-person at Trent University Durham campus
Start Date: Week of September 27th, 2026
Post Closing Date: Friday September 18th, 2026 at 5:00pm
Dr. Jen Newton has received funds to support a pilot study to test the ancient DNA (aDNA) of individuals from underground burial chambers at the archaeological site of Ka’kabish (KKB), Belize. The project is titled: Let's talk about sex (and gender): aDNA testing at the archaeological site of Ka'kabish, Belize”. For this pilot project, Dr. Newton is requesting support from an undergraduate student to assist with the preparation of the samples, literature review, and initial analysis of the findings.
Duties
-Assist with the preparation and mailing of samples to the testing lab
-Prepare a literature review
-Assist with the review and analysis of the initial findings
-Present findings at the Trent Durham Research Day and the Department of Anthropology Annual Colloquium
Qualifications
-Current Trent undergraduate student in good academic standing
-Excellent research skills
-Critical thinker
-Excellent communication skills (both oral and written)
-Willing to present research to Trent University community
-Ability to be on the Trent University Durham GTA campus for a portion of this assignment (when necessary)
-Great time management and organization skills
Application Process
Applicants are asked to submit (1) a cover letter, (2) a resume/CV, (3) the names and contact information of two references by email to:
Dr Jen Newton, jennifernewton@trentu.ca
Email subject: aDNA research assistant application
Trent University is actively committed to creating a diverse and inclusive campus community and encourages applications from all qualified candidates. Trent University offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment processes. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process or require an accessible version of a document/publication, please contact humanresources@trentu.ca
We thank everyone who is interested in applying for the position, however, only candidates short-listed for interviews will be contacted.
Part-Time Faculty CUPE 1 Bargaining Unit Position
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Department of Anthropology -- GTA Positions
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CUPE 2 Bargaining Unit Position
JOB POSTING THIS AD IS FOR CUPE UNIT 2 positions. You must be a registered Student at Trent University in order to apply.
The Department of Anthropology invites applications for CUPE 3908 Unit 2 Student Marker vacancies for the 2026 Fall Term. The hourly rate of pay is in accordance with the CUPE 3908 Unit 2 collective agreement Appendix A Wage Rates: Graduate Student Markers: $24.93/hr + 4% vacation pay.
Student Markers (SM) shall be defined as an enrolled Trent University student whose assigned duties may include but are not limited to the following:
- Marking, grading, calculating and recording grades of students’ work;
- Marking preparation based on course materials;
- Marking and grading of lab reports/ assignments, tests, exams and essays;
- Commenting upon students’ work as required.
Duties related to the position, shall be determined by the person(s) who has (have) principal responsibility for the course.
Courses with Student Marker Positions:
· ANTH1030H: Archaeology I: Access the Past (Peterborough)
Qualifications:
- Current Trent University Graduate student.
- Prior excellent academic achievement in the course(s) you are applying to and/or advanced knowledge in the relevant subject matter.
- Previous marking experience, preferably in the course(s) to which you are applying or a closely-related topic.
- Strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills
Application:
Applicants should send a
- Resume
- A copy of their latest Academic Summary (unofficial transcript)
Submit Resume to:
Professor Eugène Morin, Department of Anthropology, anthjobs@trentu.ca
Enquiries may be directed to anthjobs@trentu.ca. Deadline for receipt of applications: Thursday, September 17th at 11:59PM Positions will remain open until filled.
All positions are subject to budgetary approval by the Deans’ Office. THIS AD IS FOR RETURNING TRENT STUDENTS ONLY
Student Marker - Peterborough Campus
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Student Marker - Durham Campus
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TWSP Student Position
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