Teaching Assistant - URBP 640/642 Intro to Planning Stats and Intro to Planning Data

McGill University • Harrington, QC

7d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is for a Teaching Assistant for two courses: URBP 640 (Intro to Planning Stats) and URBP 642 (Intro to Planning Data). URBP 640 covers descriptive and inferential statistics, focusing on quantitative information, correlation, t-tests, chi-squared tests, and bivariate regression. URBP 642 focuses on techniques of exploratory data analysis, data cleaning and transformation, visualization techniques, census data analysis, and principles of reproducible research. The TA will be responsible for preparing, conducting, and evaluating weekly lab sessions.

Requirements

• Strong working knowledge of descriptive statistics and basic bivariate inferential statistics
• Familiarity using R for statistical analysis
• McGill registered graduate students
• Authorized to work in Canada
• Willing to work in the province of Quebec
• English communication skills (verbally and in writing)

Responsibilities

• Preparing weekly lab sessions
• Conducting weekly lab sessions
• Evaluating weekly lab sessions

What This Job Offers

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