Teaching Assistant - PHGY 560 - Light Microscopy for the Life Science - Winter 2027

McGill University; Montreal (administrative region); On-site; CAD 44,000 - 62,000; Part time

Job summary

McGill University invites applications for a part-time course assistant in the Department of Physiology. The role supports the PHGY 560 Light Microscopy for the Life Science course, with 6 lab sessions and corresponding pre-lab meetings, plus marking responsibilities for lab reports and tests.

The position demands a B.Sc. in Science, familiarity with microscopes, digital imaging, image processing, and strong written communication in English.

Qualifications

• B.Sc. in Science required.
• Familiar with microscopes, digital imaging and image processing and analysis.
• Previous PHGY 560 students would be ideal.
• Ability to assess written work and clearly express written criticisms.
• English communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Attend 6 lab sessions of 2 hours.
• Attend 6 pre-lab meetings, review labs, laboratory preparation.
• Assist instructor in marking student lab reports.
• Assist instructor in marking student tests.

Skills

English communication

Assess written work

Written feedback

Education

B.Sc. in Science

Tools

Microscopes

Digital imaging

Image processing

Job description

Hiring Unit: Department Of Physiology

Course Title: Light Microscopy for the Life Science

Course Code: PHGY 560

Estimated Number of Positions: 2

Total Hours of Work per Term: 45

Position Summary:

• Attend 6 lab sessions of 2 hours
• Attend 6 pre-lab meetings, review labs, laboratory preparation
• Assist instructor in marking student lab reports
• Assist instructor in marking student tests

Qualifications:

• B.Sc. in Science
• Familiar with microscopes, digital imaging and image processing and analysis.
• Previous students from PHGH 560 would be ideal.
• Ability to assess written work and clearly express written criticisms.
• Effective communication skills in English are essential.

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

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