Teaching Assistant - NEUR 631 - 001

McGill University; Montreal; On-site; CAD 2,342,000 - 2,425,000; Full time

Job summary

McGill University in Montreal invites applications for a Teaching Assistant position in NEUR 631 001 – Principles of Neuroscience 2. The TA will grade exams, run tutorials, and assist instructors in preparing and leading the new interactive sessions. Only current McGill graduate students registered in IPN are eligible; a strong background in systems neuroscience is required.

English is required, French a plus. The position runs Jan 4, 2027 to Apr 30, 2027, with an hourly wage of CAD 38.46.

Qualifications

• Background in systems neuroscience is required.
• Must be eligible to work in Canada.
• English required; written French would be a plus.

Responsibilities

• Grade exams.
• Lead tutorial sessions.
• Assist instructors in preparing and leading interactive sessions.

Skills

Systems neuroscience

Interactive session leadership

Education

Master's or Doctoral student

Job description

Hiring Unit

Integrated Program in Neuroscience

Course Title

Principles of Neuroscience 2

Course Code

NEUR 631 001

Estimated Number of Positions

1

Total Hours of Work per Term

45

Position Summary

Teaching assistant for Principles of Neuroscience 2-Systems Neuroscience – TA will participate in grading exams, tutorial sessions, helping instructors to prepare and lead the new interactive sessions.

Qualifications

Only Current Masters or Doctoral student registered at McGill are eligible to apply as Teaching Assistant, preferably students in IPN will be given preference. A strong background in systems neuroscience is required. Must be eligible to work in Canada. English required, (written French would be a plus). Have strong experience leading interactive sessions for graduate teaching class.

External Candidates

Current McGill Graduate Student that has held previous jobs/contracts at the university and currently does not have an active job in Workday.

Internal Candidates

Current McGill Graduate Student with an active job(s)/contract(s) in Workday.

Hourly Salary

$38.46

Position Start Date

2027-01-04

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].

Located in one of the world’s great multicultural and multilingual cities, McGill University is internationally recognized for its excellence as a leading institution of higher education and research. For nearly 200 years, through the work of dedicated people, McGill has been breaking ground in diverse fields and contributing solutions to some of the world’s most significant issues. McGillians are proud to be part of a community that is both global and local, inspired by challenge and committed to shaping a better future. McGill received a Platinum STARS rating in sustainability, is among Canada’s greenest employers, and is a top Montreal Employer.