Teaching Assistant- Winter 2027- Research Methods (POTH 401)

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Hiring Unit:

School of Physical and Occupational Therapy

Course Title: Research Methods

Course Code: POTH 401

Estimated Number of Positions: 1

Total Hours of Work per Term: 154

Job Description:

Under the supervision and in collaboration with the course coordinator, the Teaching Assistant (TA) will grade assignments, midterm exams and final papers. In addition, the TA will enter marks electronically on MyCourses, invigilate the midterm exam, participate in classes and meet with students to review assignments and exams as needed, as well as meet with the course coordinator as required. Upon request, the TA will review their students’ grades, meet with them and be available to answer their questions and guide them concerning the assignments' content, grading, and requirements.

Desired Major(s): Rehabilitation Science

Epidemiology

Desired Degree Level: Masters & PHD, &Grad Dips & Certs

Qualifications:

Past Master's at McGill.

Past or Current Doctoral Candidate at McGill

Graduate teaching experience in research methods courses.

Ability to critically appraise different study designs across the health literature, particularly RCT.

Knowledge and understanding of research methods (research question development, study design, quantitative analyses) is required.

Must be eligible to work in Canada

McGill University is Committed to Equity in Employment.

Hourly Salary: $38.46

Position Start Date: 2027-01-26

Position End Date: 2027-04-30

Deadline to Apply: 2026-11-01

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