Course Lecturers - Department of Languages, Literatures, and Cultures - Fall 2026

McGill University • Sherbrooke, QC

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Languages, Literatures, and Cultures at McGill University is seeking Course Lecturers for the Fall 2026 term. These positions involve teaching elementary and introductory language and literature courses. Responsibilities include course preparation, delivery, student evaluation, submitting reports, and potentially supervising teaching assistants. Instructors must adhere to departmental guidelines, use prescribed materials, and collaborate with colleagues on assessments. McGill University is committed to equity and diversity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates.

Requirements

• M.A. or Ph.D. in Russian or registered in the Russian Studies graduate program at McGill (for RUSS210 courses)
• Native or near native fluency in Russian required (for RUSS210 courses)
• A minimum of two semesters as instructor of a course at a similar level or to be a graduate student in Russian Studies in the Department of Languages, Literatures, and Cultures at McGill University (for RUSS210 courses)
• Demonstrate a familiarity with the course materials used in Russian Studies language courses (for RUSS210 courses)
• M.A. or Ph.D. in German or registered in the German Studies graduate program at McGill (for GERM202D1 and GERM259 courses)
• Native or near native fluency in German required (for GERM202D1 and GERM259 courses)
• A minimum of two semesters as instructor of a course at a similar level or to be a graduate student in German Studies in the Department of Languages, Literatures, and Cultures at McGill University (for GERM202D1 courses)
• Demonstrate a familiarity with the course materials used in German Studies language courses (for GERM202D1 courses)
• M.A. or Ph.D. in Italian or registered in the Italian Studies graduate program at McGill (for ITAL205D1 course)
• Native or near native fluency in Italian required (for ITAL205D1 course)
• A minimum of two semesters as instructor of a course at a similar level or to be a graduate student in Italian Studies in the Department of Languages, Literatures, and Cultures at McGill University (for ITAL205D1 course)
• Demonstrate a familiarity with the course materials used in Italian Studies language courses (for ITAL205D1 course)
• Authorized to work in Canada
• Willing to work in the province of Quebec at the campus where the position is based / located
• English communication both verbally and in writing

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrate a familiarity with the course materials used in German Studies language courses (for GERM259 course)

Responsibilities

• Preparation of the Course and Course plan
• Delivery of the Course
• Evaluation of students
• Submitting to the University a report on student attendance and student grades
• Supervision of Teaching Assistants or any other teaching support staff
• Upon request, review of their students’ grades
• Meeting with students, being available to answer questions and give advice concerning Course content and requirements
• Teach the scheduled classes
• Use the prescribed course materials and follow the class plan and test schedule established in the syllabus
• Collaborate with colleagues to prepare in-class tests, quizzes, exercises, and final exams
• Invigilate any scheduled in-class exams, final exams, and oral-exams
• Attend scheduled meetings with the Language Program Director

Benefits

• McGill University is committed to equity and diversity within its community and values academic rigour and excellence.
• McGill recognizes and fairly considers the impact of leaves (e.g., family care or health-related) that may contribute to career interruptions or slowdowns.
• McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated equity groups to self-identify.
• McGill 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level