SRS Teaching Assistants Fall 2026

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These Teaching Assistant positions are only available to McGill graduate students.

Hiring Unit: School of Religious Studies

Positions:

CATH 200 Introduction to Catholicism – Prof TBA – 2 positions of 120 hours

RELG 201 Religions: Ancient Near East – Prof Kirkpatrick – 1 position of 120 hours

RELG 203 Bible and Western Culture – Prof Chan – 1 position of 120 hours

RELG 211 Theology Through Fiction – Prof Farrow – 1 position of 120 hours

RELG 212 Introduction to African Religions and Culture – Prof Ogunnaike – 1 position of 120 hours

RELG 253 Religions of East Asia – Prof Lai – 2 positions of 120 hours

RELG 254 Introduction to Yoga Traditions – Prof Stainton – 2 positions of 120 hours

RELG 270 Religious Ethics and the Environment – Prof TBA – 2 positions of 120 hours

RELG 331 Religion and Globalisation – Prof Nelson – 2 positions of 120 hours

RELG 341 Introduction to Philosophy of Religion – Prof Kanaris – 1 position of 120 hours

RELG 370 Religion and Human Rights – Prof Cere – 2 positions of 120 hours

Position Summary:

• Instruction in conference sections (if scheduled).

• Be available for student consultation by email or by office hours.

• Attend class lectures (where required).

• Grade papers and exams.

• Assist in preparation of course materials (where required).

Qualifications:

• Academic background in religious studies preferably graduate level.

• Prior graduate/undergraduate study in the subject of the course.

• Strong overall academic performance.

• Suitable teaching skills.

• Must be registered in an MA or PhD program at McGill University.

Hourly Salary: $38.46

Total Hours of Work per Term: 120

Position Start Date: 31 August 2026

Position End Date: 5 January 2027

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.

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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.

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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.

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All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.