Lab Helper A

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Hiring Unit:
Lyman Museum - Supervisor: Stéphanie Boucher

Department of Natural Resource Sciences

Macdonald Campus; McGill University

Position Summary:
The successful candidate will assist with a variety of tasks related to the insect collection at the Lyman Museum and ongoing collection preservation projects. Responsibilities include mounting and labeling insect specimens; cleaning and organizing insect drawers; and assisting with the preparation and reorganization of insect cabinets and collection spaces.

Other Qualifying Skills and/or Abilities

High School Diploma required. The successful candidate will have experience working with insect specimens, be familiar with insect classification, entomological equipment and techniques, and be able to work independently.

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.

Knowledge of English: McGill University is an English-language university where day to day duties may require English communication both verbally and in writing.

Minimum Education and Experience:

High School Diploma Minimal or No Related Experience

Hourly Salary:

(AMUSE A) $22.00

Estimated Number of Work Hours per Week:

15 (Part time)

Position Start Date:

2026-05-08

Position End Date:

2026-07-31

Deadline to Apply:

2026-05-19

This position is covered by the AMUSE collective agreement.

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, [email protected].