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Teaching Assistant - Biophysical Methods in Biochemistry - BIOC 404 - Winter 2025

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McGill University

5d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Education & Teaching
  • Montréal
  • Quick Apply
    25d left

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  • You must be a registered McGill graduate student in the Biochemistry program, have a year of experience, and demonstrate expertise in relevant specialized fields.
  • You will assist in lectures or labs, engage in small group activities, answer emails, and mark quizzes, midterms, and finals, as well as invigilate exams and review sessions.

Requirements

  • Only registered McGill Graduate students are eligible to apply as Teaching Assistants.
  • NOTE: All candidates will have to fill out the questionnaire and upload relevant documents (Study permit (if applicable)/Proof of enrollment for Winter 2025 term).
  • Student enrolled in the Graduate Program of the Biochemistry Department.
  • Student has received demonstrated experience in one or more of the specialized fields listed above.
  • Student has at least one-year experience in the graduate program.

Responsibilities

  • Be present at lectures OR run hands-on, in lab demonstrations.
  • Participate to in-class small group learning activities.
  • Be available to answer e-mail inquiries or direct questions. Hours flexible.
  • Mark quizzes, one section of the midterm/final; invigilate the midterm and exam viewing sessions.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Teaching Assistant for the course Biophysical Methods in Biochemistry (BIOC 404) for Winter 2025.

How many positions are available for this Teaching Assistant role?

There are 4 positions available, with one TA per section of the course.

What is the total number of hours expected for this role per term?

The total hours of work per term are 20 hours.

What is the contract period for this Teaching Assistant position?

The contract period is from January 06, 2025, to May 09, 2025.

What are the qualifications required for this position?

Candidates must be registered McGill Graduate students with demonstrated experience in at least one of the specified biophysical methods and at least one year in the graduate program.

What is the hourly salary for this Teaching Assistant position?

The hourly salary is $36.25.

When is the deadline to apply for this position?

The deadline to apply is October 31, 2024.

What responsibilities does the Teaching Assistant have for this course?

Responsibilities include attending lectures, conducting hands-on lab demonstrations, facilitating small group learning activities, answering email inquiries, marking quizzes, and invigilating exams.

Are external candidates allowed to apply for this position?

Yes, current McGill Graduate students who have previously held jobs/contracts but do not have an active job in Workday can apply as external candidates.

How can current McGill employees apply for this position?

Active McGill employees should log in to their McGill Workday account and apply using the Find Jobs report instead of applying through the external career site.

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