Teaching Assistant EDKP 206 KPE W27

McGill University; Redlands (CA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

McGill University in Montreal seeks three graduate student Teaching Assistants for the Biomechanics of Human Movement course (EDKP 206 Biomechanics of Human Movement). Each TA will work 50 hours across the term, with duties spanning labs, group projects, quizzes, and exam preparation.

The appointments run from December 28, 2026 to April 30, 2027, with the term dates January 5, 2027 to April 14, 2027. English proficiency is required; French is an asset.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate (master’s or PhD) student enrolled at McGill University, ideally in a Science Education program.
• Background in physiology and biomechanics necessary
• Familiarity with video kinematic analysis, electromyography, force plates, accelerometers, analog to digital conversion/acquisition
• English, spoken and written.
• French, spoken and written, is an asset

Responsibilities

• Demonstrations; assist other TAs with labs as requested
• Assist students with their group virtual projects and presentations
• Prepare question/answer content from labs for MyCourse quizzes
• Prepare and assist with Midterm and final exam
• Communicate with graders to clarify question/answer keys

Skills

Physiology

Biomechanics

Lab demonstrations

English proficiency

French is an asset

Education

Graduate student enrolled at McGill University (Master’s or PhD)

Tools

Video kinematic analysis

EMG

Force plates

Accelerometers

A/D conversion

Job description

Hiring Unit:

Department of Kinesiology and Physical Education

Course Title:

Biomechanics of Human Movement.

Course Code:

EDKP 206 001

Estimated Number of Positions:

3

Total Hours of Work per Term:

2

This posting is for three unionized contractual appointments. A Teaching Assistant is a Graduate Student employed to assist the Course Supervisor as a Teaching Assistant in a classroom environment. Teaching Assistant Positions are governed by the Collective Agreement between McGill University and the Association of Graduate Students Employed at McGill (AGSEM) .

Hiring Unit:

Department Kinesiology and Physical Education

Course Title and Course Number:
EDKP 206 Biomechanics of Human Movement

Name & Title of Course Supervisor

Phil Dixon, Assistant Professor

Position Summary:

This requisition is for three position, at 50 hours each for the term, in the Department Kinesiology and Physical Education. Course dates are January 5, 2027 to April 14, 2027. Effective dates of appointment are December 28, 2026 to April 30, 2027.

Estimated Number of Positions:
3
Total Hours of Work per Term:
50 hours each (for a total of 150hrs)

Hourly Rate:

$38.46/hr

Required Duties :

• Demonstrations; assist other TAs with labs as requested
• Assist students with their group virtual projects and presentations
• Prepare question/answer content from labs for MyCourse quizzes
• Prepare and assist with Midterm and final exam
• Communicate with graders to clarify question/answer keys

Qualifications:

• Must be a graduate (master’s or PhD) student enrolled at McGill University, ideally in a Science Education program.
• Background in physiology and biomechanics necessary
• Background in anatomy an asset
• Familiarity with video kinematic analysis, electromyography, force plates, accelerometers, analog to digital conversion/acquisition
• Familiarity with course content.
• English, spoken and written.
• French, spoken and written, is an asset

Application Deadline:

• Applicants have until November 2, 2026 (11:59PM) to apply for this posting.

McGill University is Committed to Equity in Employment.

_ 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:

2026-12-28

Position End Date:

2027-04-30

Deadline to Apply:

2026-11-02

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].