Job Description

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Hiring Unit:

Institute of Islamic Studies



Course Title and Course Number:

ISLA 210 - Muslim Societies



Estimated Number of Positions:

3



Total Hours of Work per Term:

180



Position Summary:

The successful applicants will facilitate weekly student conferences, attend lectures, and confer with students during regular office hours in space designated by the Institute. T. A.'s will also evaluate student work, including exams. Invigilation may also be required. T. A.'s will be expected to develop and present some course content. Tasks will also include meeting with course supervisor, reading required material for the class and preparation for and leading of conferences and class discussions.



Qualifications:

Preference will be given to graduate students in the PhD program at the Institute of Islamic Studies; -Applicants must be in good standing in their academic program; -Demonstrable knowledge of contemporary Islamic history and Muslim societies and issues are required.
Language Requirements: English; reading knowledge of at least one Islamic language is preferred.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.