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Teaching Assistant - NEUR 531-503

McGill University

Montreal Neuro., Canada

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Description (EN)

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Hiring Unit:

Neurology & Neurosurgery

Course Title:

Computational Neuroscience

Course Code:

NEUR 531 503

Estimated Number of Positions:

1

Total Hours of Work per Term:

45

Hiring Unit: Neurology & Neurosurgery


Position Summary:
Assist students in computer programming and mathematical analysis related to computational models of brain function. Provide brief instrumental lectures on Matlab and Python programming, Translate assignment code between Python and Matlab. Fourier analysis, differential equations, and linear algebra.

Qualifications:

  • Only Current Masters or Doctoral student registered at McGill are eligible to apply as Teaching Assistant, desired major QLS or IPN.
  • Graduate teaching experience is preferred and an asset.
  • Must be eligible to work in Canada.

Who are External and Internal Candidates?

External Candidates:

Current McGill Graduate Student that has held previous jobs/contracts at the university and currently does not have an active job in Workday > applies as an External Candidate 

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Internal Candidates:

Current McGill Graduate Student with an active job(s)/contract(s) in Workday > applies as an Internal Candidate

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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:

2027-01-07

Position End Date:

2027-04-15

Deadline to Apply:

2026-11-01

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