Level: Full-Time Contractual Positions
Reporting to: Faculty Coordinators of the Courses
Duration of the Engagement: Tentatively from July 20, 2026 to October 9, 2026
Last date to apply: July 10, 2026. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and interested candidates are encouraged to apply at the earliest.
About us
Foundation Programme
The Foundation Programme is a core component of the undergraduate curriculum at Ahmedabad University, undertaken by all first-year students. It consists of three intensive, four-week interdisciplinary Studio courses on Democracy and Justice, Environment and Climate Change, and Water.
These Studios are designed to introduce students to university-level inquiry through interdisciplinary perspectives, experiential learning, and critical reflection. Learning takes place through a combination of lectures, discussions, collaborative studio work, and field-based or activity-driven engagements.
For each Studio, we seek Teaching Assistants who are deeply invested in teaching and learning, curious about engaging with ideas across disciplines, and motivated to support students as they encounter unfamiliar concepts, methods, and ways of thinking.
Role Summary
Teaching Assistants / Studio Associates play a central role in shaping students’ learning experiences within the Foundation Programme Studios. Working closely with faculty coordinators, TAs support both the intellectual and pedagogic dimensions of the courses.
While morning sessions are typically led by faculty through lectures and discussions, Teaching Assistants are expected to actively engage in these sessions and then take a lead role in facilitating afternoon studio activities. This includes helping students translate theoretical ideas into practice, supporting collaborative learning, and fostering inclusive and reflective classroom environments.
This position is particularly suited to individuals who see teaching and mentorship as a shared learning process and who enjoy working in interdisciplinary academic settings.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with faculty members in designing, adapting, and refining course materials to support student learning
- Facilitate and guide students during studio-based, discussion-oriented, and activity-driven sessions
- Observe student engagement and learning processes, identify conceptual or skill-based gaps, and support students through timely feedback and discussion
- Assist in the coordination, evaluation, and assessment of assignments, presentations, projects, and class participation
- Support inclusive and respectful classroom and studio environments
- Track student progress and communicate observations to faculty, following up where academic or pedagogic support is required
- Maintain daily attendance and participation records
- Contribute to other academic and pedagogic tasks as assigned by faculty coordinators
Key Skills
- A demonstrated interest in teaching, facilitation, and undergraduate learning
- Comfort working with ideas, texts, and methods from multiple disciplines
- Ability to engage patiently and constructively with students from diverse academic backgrounds
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel. Applicants must be proficient with basic Excel functions.
- Familiarity with college-level research practices, including citation, referencing, and annotation
- Prior experience in teaching, tutoring, facilitation, or academic mentoring is desirable
- Strong proficiency in spoken and written English
Qualifications
We welcome applications from candidates with a wide range of academic backgrounds, including:
- BA/ BCom/ BBA
- MA/ MCom/ MBA
- Bachelors or Masters in Architecture, Planning, or Geography
- BS/ MS
- Any other Bachelors or Masters degree
Applicants from any discipline who demonstrate a strong commitment to interdisciplinary learning and undergraduate pedagogy are encouraged to apply. Remuneration will be commensurate with qualifications.
How to Apply
The updated CV with full contact details must be received via email to the Office of the Dean of the Undergraduate College at the email id: [email protected].
Kindly mention “Teaching Assistant for the Foundation Programme” in the subject line of your email.
Interactions with shortlisted candidates will be tentatively scheduled for the 2nd and 3rd week of July 2026.
