Teaching Assistant: ANAT 514 - Advanced Human Anatomy Laboratory

McGill University; Calgary; On-site; CAD 47,000 - 58,000; Part time

Job summary

McGill University is seeking a Teaching Assistant for ANAT 514 - Advanced Human Anatomy Laboratory in Calgary. The TA will guide students in developing anatomy lab resources using dissection, videography, photography, 3D printing, and other techniques.

Advanced dissection skills are essential, and the TA will assess progress and evaluate final projects. Candidates should have completed McGill anatomy courses (ANAT 214/314/315/316) and may have prior TA experience.

Qualifications

• Dissection experience required and advanced dissection skills.
• Must have taken and passed McGill anatomy courses ANAT 214, 314, 315 or 316.
• Prior Teaching Assistant experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Guide and assist students in developing anatomy laboratory resources.
• Utilize dissection, videography, photography, 3D printing, and other techniques to create teaching materials.
• Assess students' progress and evaluate their final projects.
• Collaborate with course staff to ensure smooth lab sessions.

Skills

Dissection experience

Advanced dissection skills

English communication

Job description

Hiring Unit

Anatomy & Cell Biology

Course Title

Advanced Human Anatomy Laboratory

Course Code

ANAT 514 001

Estimated Number of Positions

1

Total Hours of Work per Term

60

Hiring Unit

Anatomy and Cell Biology

Course Title and Course Number

ANAT 514 - Advanced Human Anatomy Laboratory

Estimated Number of Positions

1

Total Hours of Work per Term

60

Position Summary

Teaching Assistant will be responsible for guiding and assisting students in developing anatomy laboratory-based teaching resources, using dissection, videography, photography, 3D printing, and other techniques. Advanced dissection skills are essential. Teaching Assistant will actively participate in assessing students’ progress and evaluating their final projects.

Qualifications

• Must have dissection experience and demonstrate advanced dissection skills. Must have previously taken and successfully passed other anatomy courses at McGill (ANAT 214, 314, 315 or 316). Prior Teaching Assistant experience is an asset.
• Effective communication skills in English are essential.

Hourly Salary

$38.46

Position Start Date

2027-01-04

Position End Date

2027-05-07

Deadline to Apply

2026-11-02

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].