Teaching Assistant Fall 2026

McGill University

1d•Onsite

About The Position

A Teaching Assistant is a Graduate Student employed to assist a Course Supervisor. This role involves assisting professors in preparing, grading, and reviewing homework sets and other assignments, quizzes, and exams. The Teaching Assistant will also be responsible for preparing, conducting, and leading tutorials, reading course materials, and communicating with students regarding MyCourses. 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 and diversity within its community and values academic rigour and excellence. We welcome and encourage 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 engage productively with diverse communities. At McGill, research that reflects diverse intellectual traditions, methodologies, and modes of dissemination and translation is valued and encouraged. Candidates are invited to demonstrate their research impact both within and across academic disciplines and in other sectors, such as government, communities, or industry. McGill further recognizes and fairly considers the impact of leaves (e.g., family care or health-related) that may contribute to career interruptions or slowdowns. Candidates are encouraged to signal any leave that affected productivity, or that may have had an effect on their career path. This information will be considered to ensure the equitable assessment of the candidate’s record. McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated equity groups to self-identify. It further 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. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, [email protected]. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Located in one of the world’s great multicultural and multilingual cities, McGill University is internationally recognized for its excellence as a leading institution of higher education and research. For nearly 200 years, through the work of dedicated people, McGill has been breaking ground in diverse fields and contributing solutions to some of the world’s most significant issues. McGillians are proud to be part of a community that is both global and local, inspired by challenge and committed to shaping a better future. McGill received a Platinum STARS rating in sustainability, is among Canada’s greenest employers, and is a top Montreal Employer. Grandescunt Aucta Labore. By work, all things increase and grow. Find a sense of purpose. Develop your future. Join us today.

Requirements

Applicants must currently be students enrolled in a graduate program at McGill University.
Applicants must be familiar with the course content
Proficiency in English is required
Must be authorized to work in Canada and willing to work in the province of Quebec at the campus where the position is based / located.
Requires English communication both verbally and in writing.

Nice To Haves

Priority will be given to students currently in the priority pool, and graduate students.
Check course specific TA qualifications on this page (Teaching Assistant, Grader, and Course Assistant Positions | Department of Bioengineering - McGill University)

Responsibilities

Assist Professor in preparing, grading, and reviewing HW sets & other assignments, quizzes, exams.
Prepare, conduct, and lead tutorials
Reading course materials
Communication with students regarding MyCourses