Teaching Assistant - MIMM 314 - Intermediate Immunology Winter 2027

McGill University; Montreal (administrative region); On-site; CAD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

McGill University is seeking a teaching assistant for MIMM 314, Intermediate Immunology, in Montreal. The TA will grade quizzes/exams, enter grades, and help with MyCourses content. The role includes answering student questions, developing a Q&A resource, and assisting with exam setup and adjudication.

The position emphasizes timely student support, coordination with the lecturer, and attendance at lectures to integrate with faculty and students throughout the term.

Qualifications

• Prefer immunology and microbiology knowledge.
• Completed or substantially equivalent immunology course.
• Excellent time management required.
• English communication essential; French desirable.

Responsibilities

• Grade short written answers and enter grades into a spreadsheet.
• Assist with uploading course content on MyCourses.
• Answer questions from students in person or by email with a weekly schedule.
• Build a FAQ list of frequently asked questions and answers for MyCourses.
• Lead at least 2 pre-exam tutorial/discussion sessions as requested.
• Assist with setup and adjudication of mid-term/finals exams.
• Meet with the coordinator to discuss progress and adjustments to the TA work plan.

Skills

Immunology knowledge

Microbiology knowledge

Research methods

Time management

English communication

French desirable

Education

Immunology coursework

MIMM 214/314 completed

Tools

MyCourses

Job description

Hiring Unit

Department of Microbiology & Immunology

Course Title

Intermediate Immunology

Course Code

MIMM 314

Estimated Number of Positions

1

Total Hours of Work per Term

90

Position Summary

Grading short written answers in quizzes and exams according to an outlined format for the answers. Enter these grades into a spreadsheet. Assist with the uploading of course content on MyCourses (feel free to change or add to content)

Take questions from students in person or via email and answer them according to a reasonable weekly schedule. Seek help from the lecturer or coordinator in dealing with difficult questions or organizational matters. Visit the students’ MyCourses and Facebook discussion groups daily to interject a comment when correction or guidance is necessary. Build a list of frequently asked or instructive questions and answers which can be made available on MyCourses. Arrange and give at least 2 (two) pre-exam tutorial/discussion sessions (if requested) based upon problems students have which the TA has identified in advance. Be ready to lead group discussions during 2 Mystery Cases in class. Be present at lectures sufficiently to allow the students and lecturers to get to know you and become familiar with the professors and their classes. Assist with setup and adjudication of mid-term/finals exams. In cooperation with the coordinator, be present at the mid-term exam in case of problems and student questions. Meet with the coordinator periodically to discuss the progress of the course in relation to the TA work schedule, and to the institute changes or innovations to improve the communication and learning process.

Qualifications

Preferably knowledge of Immunology & Microbiology and key research methods and ideally having taken at least the Immunology MIMM 214 and 314 coursed, or a substantially equivalent Immunology course, and performed well in it. Excellent time management skills are required.

Language Requirements (if relevant)

Effective communication skills in English are essential. An effective communication skill in French is desirable.

Before applying, please note that to work at McGill University, you must be both authorized to work in Canada and willing to work in the province of Quebec at the campus where the position is based / located.

McGill University is an English-language university where most teaching and research activities are conducted in the English language, thereby requiring English communication both verbally and in writing.

Hourly Salary

$38.46

Position Start Date

2027-01-05

Position End Date

2027-04-30

Deadline to Apply

2026-11-01

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].