Job Description

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Hiring Unit:
Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology
Course Title and Course Number:
EDPE 208-001/002 Personality and Social Development (CRN: 2398/2399)
Estimated Number of Positions: 1
Total Hours of Work per Term: 45
Position Summary:
This requisition is for one position, at 45 hours, in the Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology. Effective dates of appointment are December 29, 2025 to May 1, 2026. Course dates January 5 to April 14, 2025.
Posting Dates (15 days): October 25 - November 8, 2025 (00:00 am)
Application Deadline: November 8, 2025 (11:59pm)
Responsibilities may include:
Marking
Preparing Class Materials
Leading Discussion Groups
Assisting Students' learning
Must be available for class
Wednesdays from 11:35AM to 2:25PM
Qualifications:
Background in the subject matter of the course (prior successful completion of the course or equivalent)
Familiarity with issues and topics related to social & personality development
Experience using MyCourses for course management
Knowledge in French may be required.
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: $37.34
Position Start Date: 2025-12-29
Position End Date: 2026-05-01
Deadline to Apply: 2025-11-08
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, .

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