Teaching Assistant - PPOL 602: Microeconomics for Public Policy

Résumé du poste

The Teaching Assistant will hold weekly office hours and provide academic support to students in the Master of Public Policy program. They will also assist student groups with assignments and address individual questions regarding the course material.

Détails du poste

Please refer to the How to Apply for a Job (for External Candidates) job aid for instructions on how to apply. If you are an active McGill employee (ie: currently in an active contract or position at McGill University), do not apply through this Career Site. Login to your McGill Workday account and apply to this posting using the Find Jobs report (type Find Jobs in the search bar). Hiring Unit: Max Bell School of Public Policy Course Title: Microeconomics in Public Policy Course Code: PPOL 602 Core Course Module 2 Estimated Number of Positions: 1 Total Hours of Work per Term: 48 Teaching Assistantship for six-week intensive Microeconomics course in the Master of Public Policy program. The TA will be required to hold weekly office hours, provide limited assistance to groups who require assistance with their group assignments, and assist individuals who have specific problems with the course material. A Masters degree in Economics is a minimum requirement of the position. Hiring Unit: Max Bell School of Public Policy Course Title and Course Number: PPOL 602: Microeconomics for Public Policy Total Hours of Work per Term: 8 hours per week for a total of 48 hours for term Position Summary: Teaching Assistantship for six-week intensive Microeconomics course in the Master of Public Policy program. The course starts November 2, 2026 and ends December 11, 2026. The TA will be required to hold weekly office hours, provide limited assistance to groups who require assistance with their group assignments, and assist individuals who have specific problems with the course material. Qualifications: Master’s degree in economics; demonstrable knowledge of microeconomics and its application to policymaking is a requirement of the position, clear communication skills and teaching experience is necessary. Application deadline: September 18, 2026. Hourly Salary: $38.46 Position Start Date: 2026-11-02 Position End Date: 2026-12-11 Deadline to Apply: 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, accessibilityrequest.hr@mcgill.ca.

Ce que vous ferez

The Teaching Assistant will hold weekly office hours and provide academic support to students in the Master of Public Policy program. They will also assist student groups with assignments and address individual questions regarding the course material.

Exigences

A Master's degree in Economics is a mandatory requirement for this position. Candidates must also possess demonstrable knowledge of microeconomics, clear communication skills, and prior teaching experience.

Compétences indiquées

• Group Facilitation · Souhaitée
• Communication · Souhaitée

Autres compétences pertinentes

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Microeconomics
• Public policy
• Teaching
• Communication
• Academic support
• Group facilitation
• Employment Equity
• Economics
• Public Policies

Domaines d’emploi

• Education
• Government & Public Sector
• Science & Research
• Economics Teaching Assistant
• Teacher Assistant
• Teachers' Aides
• Teaching Assistants, All Other
• Teaching Assistants, Except Postsecondary