Teaching Assistant Positions - Institute of Parasitology - Winter 2027

McGill University; Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

McGill University invites applications for Teaching Assistant positions within the Institute of Parasitology for the Winter 2027 term. These postings are directed to graduate students registered at McGill University in Winter 2027.

The appointments are unionized contractual, with duties varying by course and supervised by the Course Supervisor. Selected TAs will work on campus in Ste-Anne-de-Bellevue, Quebec, with total hours per term estimated between 50 and 100.

Qualifications

• Candidates must hold an undergraduate degree and be registered in a graduate program at McGill University for the Winter 2027 term.
• Duties outlined in the Workload form and depend on the course instructor.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Course Supervisor in classroom teaching; duties vary by course.

Education

Undergraduate degree

Graduate program enrollment (Winter 2027)

Job description

Teaching Assistant Positions

Institute of Parasitology Macdonald Campus; McGill University Winter 2027 term. These postings are directed to graduate students who will be registered at McGill University in the winter 2027 semester. Applications from others will not be considered.

Hiring Unit

Institute of Parasitology

Course Title and Course Number

A detailed list is available here: FAES TA POSTINGS WINTER 2027

Estimated Number of Positions

6

Total Hours of Work per Term

Varies by course; 50-100 hours

Position Summary

A unionized contractual appointment. A Teaching Assistant is employed to assist the Course Supervisor as a Teaching Assistant in a classroom environment. A Teaching Assistant works under the guidance and supervision of the Course Supervisor who is responsible for setting the course objectives, content and method of instruction as well as final grades and grading practices of the course. Duties vary by course.

Qualifications

Varies by course. Candidates must hold an undergraduate degree and be registered in a graduate program at McGill University in the winter 2027 term. Your duties shall be outlined in the Workload form, to be completed by the course instructor and signed by both parties.

Eligibility & Compliance

Prior to 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. Teaching Assistants will be required on campus to perform their tasks in person. Should anything prohibit in-person teaching activities, courses will migrate to remote teaching. In the event of such a change, Teaching Assistants will be advised as soon as possible. Teaching Assistants may be required to perform tasks suited to a remote/online teaching environment using a virtual learning platform [e.g., Zoom, WebEx] and the McGill myCourses learning management system. Teaching Assistants must be available to work the entire contract period. When applying for the positions below, please first consult the up-to-date Winter 2027 McGill class schedule on Minerva to avoid any conflicts. This position is located in Ste-Anne-de-Bellevue, Quebec and you are expected to perform the work for this position in Quebec. 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.

Application Deadline

November 2, 2026 (11:59 p.m.)

Posting Information

Note: This posting will expire at 00:00 a.m. on November 3rd. You have until 11:59 p.m. on November 2nd to submit your application.

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

McGill University is committed to equity and diversity within its community and values academic rigour and excellence. We welcome and encourage 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 engage productively with diverse communities. At McGill, research that reflects diverse intellectual traditions, methodologies, and modes of dissemination and translation is valued and encouraged. Candidates are invited to demonstrate their research impact both within and across academic disciplines and in other sectors, such as government, communities, or industry. McGill further recognizes and fairly considers the impact of leaves (e.g., family care or health-related) that may contribute to career interruptions or slowdowns. Candidates are encouraged to signal any leave that affected productivity, or that may have had an effect on their career path. This information will be considered to ensure the equitable assessment of the candidate’s record. McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated equity groups to self-identify. It further seeks to ensure the equitable treatment and full inclusion of persons with disabilities by striving for the implementation of universal design principles transversally, across all facets of the University community, and through accommodation policies and procedures. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, [e-mail]. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Employer Information

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.