School of Computer Science Teaching Assistant COMP 579 Winter 2026

McGill University; Hamiota; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A prestigious academic institution is seeking a teaching assistant for the course Reinforcement Learning (COMP 579). The position involves grading assignments, maintaining communication with students and the instructor, and ensuring office hours. Candidates must be registered McGill Graduate Students and exhibit a strong command of the course material as well as good communication skills in English. The role is in-person and offers a competitive hourly rate.

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate command of course material.
• Willingness to interact with students in the lab.
• Good command of the English language.

Responsibilities

• Communicate effectively with the instructor and students.
• Grade assignments and exams under supervision.
• Prepare solution sets for assignments.

Skills

Command of course material

Good communication skills

Ability to grade assignments

English proficiency

Job description

Job Overview

Course Title: Reinforcement Learning
Course Number: COMP 579

Instructor

Doina Precup

Position Details

• Number of T.A. positions available (estimate): 8
• Hours of work (per term): 90
• Dates of Appointment: Starting: January 05, 2026
  Ending: April 17, 2026
• Application Deadline: October 16, 2025
• Hourly rate: $37.34
• Per term: $3,360.60

Required Duties

• Effectively and timely communicate with the instructor and the students;
• Maintain and observe office and/or lab hours;
• Develop grading scripts to grade assignments and/or exams;
• Grade assignments and exams under the supervision of the instructor;
• Monitor the discussion board/emails;
• Prepare solution sets for assignments, etc.;
• Supervise students during midterm evaluations and/or quizzes;
• Use software for plagiarism detection and verify similarities in the students' work;
• Be available throughout the examination period;
• Photo copy course notes, hand outs, etc.;
• Ensure confidentiality regarding course-related matters;
• Respect and treat all students equally.

Qualifications Required

Must have command of the course material and must be able to demonstrate this command to the satisfaction of the course instructor. At the very least, should be capable of doing the homework assigned to the students in the course. Must be willing to interact with students in the lab. Must also have good command of English language and possess good communication skills.

Supervisor

Name & Title: Doina Precup

Department Authorization

Mathieu Blanchette

Notes

• Positions are open to registered McGill Graduate Students only.
• This position requires an in-person presence.
• Announcements are considered tentative, pending final determination of course offerings and enrollments.

EEO Statement

McGill University hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We welcome applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated groups to self-identify. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, [e-mail].