Teaching Assistant - NEUR 531-503

McGill University; Montreal; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

McGill University is seeking a Teaching Assistant for the Neurology & Neurosurgery course on Computional Neuroscience. The role involves assisting students with programming and mathematical analysis related to brain models, and delivering focused Matlab and Python lectures.

The TA will translate code between Python and Matlab and cover Fourier analysis, differential equations, and linear algebra. Eligible McGill Masters or PhD students with teaching experience are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Must be a current Masters or Doctoral student registered at McGill.
• Graduate teaching experience is preferred.
• Must be eligible to work in Canada.

Responsibilities

• Assist students in computer programming and mathematical analysis related to computational models of brain function.
• Provide brief instrumental lectures on Matlab and Python programming.
• Translate assignment code between Python and Matlab.
• Cover topics including Fourier analysis, differential equations, and linear algebra.

Skills

Programming

Mathematical analysis

Teaching

Education

Current McGill Masters/PhD student

Tools

Python

MATLAB

Job description

Hiring Unit: Neurology & Neurosurgery

Course Title: Computational Neuroscience

Course Code: NEUR 531 503

Estimated Number of Positions: 1

Total Hours of Work per Term: 45

Hiring Unit: Neurology & Neurosurgery

Position Summary: Assist students in computer programming and mathematical analysis related to computational models of brain function. Provide brief instrumental lectures on Matlab and Python programming, Translate assignment code between Python and Matlab. Fourier analysis, differential equations, and linear algebra.

Qualifications: Only Current Masters or Doctoral student registered at McGill are eligible to apply as Teaching Assistant, desired major QLS or IPN. Graduate teaching experience is preferred and an asset. Must be eligible to work in Canada.

Hourly Salary: $38.46 Position Start Date: 2027-01-07 Position End Date: 2027-04-15 Deadline to Apply: 2026-11-01

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