Teaching Assistant (Winter 2027) - Molecular Mechanisms of Cell Function - BIOC 212

McGill Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences; Montreal (administrative region); On-site; CAD 44,000 - 62,000; Part time

Job summary

McGill Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences seeks Teaching Assistants for Winter 2027 in the Biochemistry department. TAs will assist during lectures, support students via myCourses, and handle inquiries with flexible hours. Experience with course review sessions is valued.

The position requires graduate student status for Winter 2027, with English communication emphasized; French is considered an asset. An hourly salary applies, and start/end dates align with Winter 2027 term.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in a McGill graduate program for Winter 2027 term.
• Completed BIOC/ANAT 212 or equivalent and in good standing.
• Strong English communication skills are essential; French is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Be present at assigned lectures and aid students via myCourses.
• Answer e-mail inquiries or direct questions; hours are flexible.
• Invigilate midterms and exam viewing sessions; provide a one-hour review after each course section.

Skills

Graduate student

English proficiency

Attention to detail

Education

Graduate program enrollment

Job description

Please refer to the How to Apply for a Job (for External Candidates) job aid for instructions on how to apply.If you are an active McGill employee (ie: currently in an active contract or position at McGill University), do not apply through this Career Site. Login to your McGill Workday account and apply to this posting using the Find Jobs report (type Find Jobs in the search bar).Hiring Unit:Department of BiochemistryCourse Title:Molecular Mechanisms of Cell FunctionCourse Code:BIOC 212Estimated Number of Positions:3Total Hours of Work per Term:50Name of the Course Coordinators:Prof. Maria Vera Ugalde & Prof. Robert Scott KissPosition Summary:IMPORTANT: To be eligible for an appointment as a Teaching Assistant for Winter 2027 term, applicants must be enrolled in a McGill graduate program in Winter 2027 term.Be present at assigned lectures and aid students via myCourses.Be available to answer e-mail inquiries or direct questions. Hours flexible.Provide a one-hour review session upon completion of each course section.Invigilate midterms and exam viewing sessions.Qualifications:Candidates must be enrolled in a graduate program within the Department of Biochemistry, or in another graduate program at McGill University, for the Winter 2027 term.Graduate students who have successfully passed BIOC/ANAT 212.Very good communication skills and attention to detail.Effective communication skills in English are essential. French is an asset.Instructions to the Candidate:Make sure you apply as an external candidate.All candidates should complete the questionnaire and upload relevant documents such as:a copy of the McGill proof of enrollment letter for Winter 2027.Updated CV including any previous TA experience in the Department of Biochemistry or within McGill University.If you are an International Student, you must hold a valid study permit covering TA contract period. Please attach a copy of your study permit.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.McGill University is Committed to Equity in Employment.Hourly Salary:$38.46Position Start Date:2027-01-05Position End Date:2027-05-07Deadline to Apply:2026-11-02McGill 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].