Teaching Assistants

Teaching Assistants in the School of Internet of Things

Applications are invited for teaching assistant (TA) positions in the School of Internet of Things at Xi¡¯an Jiaotong-Liverpool University (XJTLU). The TA positions are open for all qualified interested graduate students (Masters and PhD students) on campus of XJTLU or other graduates in Suzhou. All applications will be considered by the recruiting panel which consists of two or more academic staffs in the Department.

TA duties include:

• XJTLU Master¡¯s students, XJTLU PhD students, and postgraduate (Master¡¯s and PhD) students from other universities
• Laboratory demonstration and support for practical work in the classroom
• Attendance on and support with field courses
• Group tutoring
• Scheduled office hours for one-to-one tutoring
• Invigilation of formal examinations and/or class tests
• Marking of formative assignments with appropriate training
• Other appropriate activities as determined by academic units
• At the discretion of relevant academic units, XJTLU PhD students may be permitted to undertake the following additional responsibilities with appropriate training and guidance:
• Delivery of occasional formal lectures and/or seminars within their area of expertise after having received appropriate training and initial supervision from their supervisor or the respective Module Leader. Such training might be provided by individual academic units, or the Education Development Unit (EDU). Relevant health and safety issues should be covered in this training.
• Assistance in marking of summative assessments with appropriate training and under the supervision of the module leader, subject to prior approval from the Head of the academic unit delivering the module. However, they must never act as the sole examiner on any summative assessment. All assessment tasks marked by XJTLU PhD students must be moderated, and they are not permitted to act as moderators.

Modules include

• IOT202TC Data Structure and Algorithms (Location: Taicang)

Credits: 5

Number of TA needed: 1

Requirements: Postgraduate student enrolled in IoT, IRE, or AIAC, with background knowledge in Python or other object-oriented programming languages.

• IOT209TC Introduction to Networking (Location: Taicang)

Credits: 2.5

Number of TA needed: 1

Requirements: The main role of a TA is to deliver Lab sessions with Q&A. For these activities, TA should have a good understanding of computer network knowledge, Python programming, and be familiar with the Linux system. Experience using the real network switch and router is desirable.

• IOT210TC Computer Architecture and Operating System (Location: Taicang)

Credits: 5

Number of TA needed: 1

Requirements: Assembly language, c/c++ programming

• IOT214TC Embedded Systems (Location: Taicang)

Credits: 5

Number of TA needed: 1

Requirements:

1. Understand the basics of embedded systems;
2. Be able to program in Arduino IDE;
3. Be able to use ESP32 and connect related sensors.

• IOT302TC Wireless Sensor Networks and Communication Protocols (Location: Taicang)

Credits: 5

Number of TA needed: 1

Requirements: Matlab/python programming, wireless communication, internet of things, wireless sensor communications, etc. backgrounds.

• IOT307TC Big Data Analytics (Location: Taicang)

Credits: 5

Number of TA needed: 1

Requirements:

• A solid understanding of fundamental concepts, processes, and technologies in Big Data Analytics, as covered in the IOT307TC module (or equivalent).
• Demonstrable proficiency with at least one data analytics software package (e.g., Python with relevant libraries like Pandas, NumPy, Scikit-learn, or experience with Hadoop/Spark environments).
• Familiarity with data analysis techniques such as classification, association analysis, and clustering.
• Ability to assist students with practical lab exercises and troubleshoot common issues.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills to support student learning effectively in lab sessions.
• Excellent English and Chinese language skills to facilitate clear communication and support for a diverse student cohort.
• Prior experience as a TA or in a similar teaching support role would be an advantage but is not strictly required.

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Skills and Knowledge

• Proficient spoken and written English
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent presentations skills, and skillful in Microsoft Office Software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Be adaptable and open to change
• Previous TA working experience preferred

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The pay rate for Academic Year 2025-26

• XJTLU PhD students: RMB 60/hour (before tax)
• XJTLU Master¡¯s students: RMB 50/hour (before tax)
• PhD and Master¡¯s students from other universities: RMB 50/hour (before tax)

How to apply

Applicants should submit their application to IOT@gdsqbz.com by 15^th August, 2025.

Applicants are required to provide their CVs and academic transcripts of previous studies.

For XJTLU students, please apply for TA positions through the Teaching Assistant Management System (TAMS)?https://ta.gdsqbz.com?directly.