Grader

Job summary

The grader is responsible for evaluating student assessments, including quizzes, exams, and assignments, according to established guidelines. They must provide constructive feedback and maintain accurate grade records within the university's learning management systems.

Job details

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). Grader: FACC 150 Foundations of Engineering Practice and Communication Job Description Summary The grader is responsible for grading assessments, posting grades, and returning assessments to students. Assessments may include, but are not limited to, quizzes, homework, exams, and presentations. Job Description Grade assignments and exams for FACC 150 Foundations of Engineering Practice and Communication according to guidelines established by the instructor. Provide constructive, detailed, and timely feedback to students on written work and other assessments. Maintain accuracy, fairness, and consistency in grading. Typical Functions (i.) Marks assignments and exams following set guidelines. (ii.) Completes grading keys and provides detailed, constructive feedback. (iii.) Completes grading and returns feedback by specified deadlines. (iv.) Maintains records of grades by entering them into MyCourses and/or Excel files. (v.) Provides timely feedback to support student learning and improvement. (vi.) The list of functions outlined above is representative and not a complete and detailed list of tasks which may be performed by an incumbent. Estimated total number of hours 40 Qualifications Familiarity with course content, such as having previously completed FACC 100, FACC 250, FACC 400, or equivalent engineering communication coursework. Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree in progress Strong written communication skills and demonstrated ability to provide constructive feedback on written work in English. Attention to detail and ability to apply grading rubrics consistently. Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to meet grading deadlines. Experience using MyCourses, Excel, or other learning management systems is considered an asset. 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: $20.00 Position Start Date: 2026-09-26 Position End Date: 2026-12-22 Deadline to Apply: 2026-09-25 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.

What you’ll do

The grader is responsible for evaluating student assessments, including quizzes, exams, and assignments, according to established guidelines. They must provide constructive feedback and maintain accurate grade records within the university's learning management systems.

Requirements

Candidates must have completed relevant engineering communication coursework and be currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree. Strong written communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to meet grading deadlines are required.

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• written communication · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Microsoft Excel · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Grading
• Written communication
• Feedback provision
• Time management
• Organizational skills
• Attention to detail
• MyCourses
• Excel
• Engineering communication
• Presentations
• Communication
• English Language
• Detail Oriented
• Learning Management Systems
• Writing
• Research
• Time Management
• Constructive Feedback
• Teaching
• Employment Equity

Job areas

• Education
• Engineering
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