Teaching Assistant - MIMM 385 - Laboratory in Immunology Flow Cytometry Winter 2027

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Hiring Unit:

Department of Microbiology & Immunology

Course Title:

Laboratory in Immunology Flow Cytometry

Course Code:

MIMM 385

Estimated Number of Positions:

1

Total Hours of Work per Term:

100

• Position Summary:
• Grading short written answers in quizzes and exams according to an outlined format for the answers. Entering these grades into a spreadsheet. Assist with the uploading of course content/managing student questions/comments on MyCourses. One of the main responsibilities of the Teaching Assistant is managing and working with the flow cytometer and optimizing the flow cytometry section of the lab.

Qualifications:

Preferably knowledge of Immunology & Microbiology and key research methods and ideally having taken MIMM 211 and MIMM 214, MIMM 314 or MIMM 385. The TA must be enrolled in a graduate Studies Program in Microbiology and Immunology or pursuing a graduate degree with a focus on immunology, and work on a project with a focus on immunology. A solid understanding of immunology and flow cytometry is a must, i.e. optimizing the flow cytometry.

Language Requirements (if relevant): Effective communication skills in English are essential. An effective communication skill in French is desirable.

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.

Hourly Salary:

$38.46

Position Start Date:

2027-01-05

Position End Date:

2027-04-30

Deadline to Apply:

2026-11-01

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