Undergraduate Course Assistant - INDS 114 PROSEC: Digestion and Metabolism

McGill University; Calgary; On-site; CAD 22,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

McGill University invites applications for Undergraduate Course Assistants in Anatomy and Cell Biology to support first-year medical and dental students with dissections and abdominal anatomy review. The role involves hands-on lab instruction (4 hours) plus supervision of review sessions (2 hours) on designated dates.

Applicants should have laboratory experience in human anatomy, strong abdominal anatomy knowledge, and excellent English communication skills; French is an asset.

Qualifications

• Previous laboratory experience in human anatomy.
• Strong knowledge of abdominal anatomy and good communication skills.
• English communication skills are essential; French is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Assist first-year medical and dental students in anatomy dissections in the lab.
• Facilitate dissections of the abdomen and supervise anatomy review time.
• Support the session on designated dates (Feb 2, Feb 9, Feb 17).

Skills

Lab experience

Anatomy knowledge

Communication skills

English

French (asset)

Job description

Hiring Unit:

Anatomy and Cell Biology

Course Title and Course Number:

INDS 114 PROSEC: Digestion and Metabolism

Estimated Number of Positions:

3

Total Hours of Work per Term:

6

Position Summary:

Undergraduate Course Assistants will assist first year medical and dental students in anatomy dissections (4 hours). Undergraduate Course Assistants should demonstrate an ability to teach human anatomy in the anatomy lab and be able to facilitate student dissections of the abdomen. Undergraduate Course Assistants will also participate in the supervision and facilitation of anatomy review time (2 hours). Availability is required on the following dates and times:

• February 2nd (Tuesday): 12:30 - 2:30 pm
• February 9th (Tuesday): 12:30 - 2:30 pm
• February 17th (Wednesday): 12:30 - 2:30 pm

Qualifications:

Must have previous laboratory experience in human anatomy on topics relevant to the course description. Strong knowledge of abdominal anatomy, and good communication skills are essential. Effective communication skills in English are essential. Communication in French is an asset.

_ 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:

$16.60

Position Start Date:

2027-01-04

Position End Date:

2027-05-07

Deadline to Apply:

2026-10-23

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].