Teaching Assistant - MIMM 466 - Viral Pathogenesis and Host Defenses Winter 2027

McGill University; Canada; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 49,000; Part time

Job summary

McGill University invites applications for a part-time teaching assistant position for the Viral Pathogenesis and Host Defenses course (MIMM 466). The hourly salary is $38.46 CAD, with a start date of 2027-01-05 and end date of 2027-04-30. The role includes grading, reviewing materials with students, and managing grades in MyCourses.

Applicants should have knowledge of Immunology and Microbiology and ideally have taken MIMM 324 and MIMM 466. English communication is essential; French is a plus.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Immunology & Microbiology and key research methods.
• Familiarity with MIMM 324 and MIMM 466 preferred.
• Experience assisting with grading and course coordination.

Responsibilities

• Grading short written answers in quizzes and exams.
• Reviewing course materials and exams with students.
• Entering grades into MyCourses.
• Assist with uploading course content on MyCourses.
• Organizing and grading student presentations.

Skills

Immunology knowledge

Microbiology knowledge

Research methods

MyCourses

Tools

MyCourses

Job description

Hiring Unit: Department of Microbiology & Immunology

Course Title: Viral Pathogenesis and Host Defenses

Course Code: MIMM 466

Estimated Number of Positions: 1

Total Hours of Work per Term: 45

Position Summary

• Grading short written answers in quizzes and exams according to an outlined format for the answers.
• Reviewing course materials and exams with students.
• Entering grades into MyCourses.
• Assist with the uploading of course content on MyCourses.
• Organizing and grading student presentations.

Qualifications

• Preferably knowledge of Immunology & Microbiology and key research methods and ideally having taken the MIMM 324 and MIMM 466.

Language Requirements (if relevant)

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

Location / Work Authorization

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.

Compensation & Dates

• 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].

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