
Teaching Assistant BIEN 310 -F26
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McGill University is seeking a Teaching Assistant for BIEN 310 - Introduction to Biomolecular Engineering. This part-time role involves assisting the Course Supervisor with preparing and grading assignments, leading tutorials, and communicating with students via MyCourses. The position requires familiarity with biomolecular engineering topics, including thermodynamics, kinetics, structure, function, simulation, modeling, design, systems biology, and synthetic biology. A strong interdisciplinary background and relevant experience are preferred. The role is located in McConnell Eng. Bldg. and requires authorization to work in Canada and willingness to work in Quebec.
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- From CA$37/hr
- Posted
- ~Jul 2, 2026
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Hiring Unit:
department of BioengineeringCourse Title:
Introduction to Biomolecular EngineeringCourse Code:
BIEN 310Estimated Number of Positions:
1Total Hours of Work per Term:
110Department of Bioengineering
BIEN 310- Introduction to Biomolecular Engineering, 110 hours, 1 position
Position Summary:
- A Teaching Assistant is a Graduate Student employed to assist a Course Supervisor.
- 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
Qualifications:
- Applicant must be familiar with topics in biomolecular engineering, including biomolecular thermodynamics and kinetics, biomolecular structure and function, biomolecular simulation and modeling, biomolecular design, systems biology, and synthetic biology.
- Preferred applicant will have a strong interdisciplinary background and experience related to the theory and application of biomolecular engineering.
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.
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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, accessibilityrequest.hr@mcgill.ca.
