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These Teaching Assistant positions are only available to McGill graduate students
Hiring Unit: School of Information Studies
Positions:
INFS 601 Foundations of Information Studies – Prof Dalkir – 1 position of 180 hours
INFS 607 Organization of Information – Prof TBA – 1 position of 180 hours
INFS 617 Information System Design – Prof TBA – 1 position of 180 hours
INFS 619 Information Behaviour and Resources – Prof Wilson – 1 position of 180 hours
INFS 680 Introduction to Information Security and Cryptography – Prof Ding – 90 hours
INFS 681 Modern Software Exploitation and Defence – Prof Ding – 90 hours
Provide office hours for students
Assist in marking assignments and final examination
Assist in preparing class materials
Assist in class as needed; TA will have opportunity to teach a class during the term
Monitor online class discussions
Maintain course site on myCourses
Qualifications for INFS 601 Foundations of Information Studies
Ideally registered as a doctoral student at SIS
Graduate degree in information studies or related fields
Knowledge of the field of Information Studies and the subfields of Data Science, User Experience and Knowledge Management
Qualifications for INFS 607 Organization of Information
Ideally registered as a doctoral student at SIS
Completed a MISt degree, or related graduate degree
Has taken 607 (Organization of Information) or an equivalent course (MISt degree level)
Excellent knowledge of the principles of information representation, tools for information access, metadata, and controlled vocabularies
Knowledge of cataloging rules, library classification systems like LC subject headings and DDC, archival description, databases, and other information organization systems, processes, and professions
Qualifications for INFS 617 Information Systems Design
Ideally currently registered as a doctoral student at SIS
Completed a MISt degree, or related graduate degree
Has taken Information Systems or an equivalent graduate course (MISt level)
Knowledge of information systems and programming concepts
Knowledge of relational database design
Qualifications for INFS 619 Information Behaviour and Resources
Ideally currently registered as a doctoral student at SIS
Completed a MISt degree, or related graduate degree
Has taken 619 (Information Behaviour and Resources) or an equivalent course (MISt degree level)
Proficiency with online databases and information search systems
Qualifications for INFS 680 Introduction to Information Security and Cryptography
Strong knowledge of systems security
Relevant work or research experience in cybersecurity
Excellent communication skills
Passion to be a good teacher
Contract dates are different: Aug 31 to Oct 30, 2026
is different: Assist instructor to teach an 8-week online course in cybersecurity. Help students solve technical problems. Develop new course contents. Participate in online discussions. Answer students’ questions. Guide students to complete assignments and projects. Grading.
Qualifications for INFS 681 Modern Software Exploitation and Defence
Strong knowledge of software security and malware analysis
Relevant work or research experience in cybersecurity
Excellent communication skills
Passion to be a good teacher
Contract dates are different: Oct 27 to Dec 24, 2026
is different: Assist instructor to teach an 8-week online course in cybersecurity. Help students solve technical problems. Develop new course contents. Participate in online discussions. Answer students’ questions. Guide students to complete assignments and projects. Grading.
Hourly Salary: $38.46
Total Hours of Work per Term: 180 or 90
Position Start Date: 31 August 2026 (except for INFS 680 and 681, see above)
Position End Date: 5 January 2027 (except for INFS 680 and 681, see above)
Deadline to Apply: 3 June 2026
How to Apply
If you are an EXTERNAL APPLICANT (former McGill employee, or never been a McGill employee),
navigate to the McGill Career website. First sign in to your candidate account or create one, as applicable.
IMPORTANT: To create your account, make sure to use a personal email address (and NOT an
@mail.mcgill.ca or @mcgill.ca email address). Search for “SIS Teaching Assistants Fall 2026” in the
Search bar and click Apply to begin the application process.
If you are an INTERNAL APPLICANT (active McGill employee, with a current job extending into July 2022), log in and apply through Workday, using your McGill username and password.
IMPORTANT You MUST first connect to McGill's VPN before you login to Workday (instructions on how to download VPN). Once logged into Workday, type "Find Jobs" in the Search bar. Then search for “SIS Teaching Assistants Fall 2026”, once you have found it, you can apply directly through your Workday account.
McGill University is committed to equity and diversity within its community and values academic rigour and excellence. We welcome and encourage 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 engage productively with diverse communities.
At McGill, research that reflects diverse intellectual traditions, methodologies, and modes of dissemination and translation is valued and encouraged. Candidates are invited to demonstrate their research impact both within and across academic disciplines and in other sectors, such as government, communities, or industry.
McGill further recognizes and fairly considers the impact of leaves (e.g., family care or health-related) that may contribute to career interruptions or slowdowns. Candidates are encouraged to signal any leave that affected productivity, or that may have had an effect on their career path. This information will be considered to ensure the equitable assessment of the candidate’s record.
McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated equity groups to self-identify. It further seeks to ensure the equitable treatment and full inclusion of persons with disabilities by striving for the implementation of universal design principles transversally, across all facets of the University community, and through accommodation policies and procedures Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence,accessibilityrequest.hr@mcgill.ca
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
