Hiring Unit

Department of Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences

Hiring Unit: Department of Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences

Course

Atmospheric and Oceanic Science Laboratory - ATOC 357 (3 credits)

Course Title: Atmospheric and Oceanic Science Laboratory

Subject Code: ATOC 357 001

Course description

Students will gain hands‑on experience in several fundamental atmospheric and oceanic science topics through practical experimentation. A diverse set of experiments will be conducted, ranging from in‑situ observations in Montreal, to remote sensing of clouds and radiation, to laboratory chemistry and water‑tank experiments. As a background for these experiments, students will receive training on sensor principles and measurement error analysis, as well as the fundamental physical processes of interest in each experiment. They will learn to operate, and physically interpret data from, various sensors for in‑situ and remote observation of meteorological variables. Their training will also extend to operational weather observations, analysis, and forecasting.

Class lectures are 3 hours a week for 13 weeks per term.

Responsibilities

- Prepare formal lectures and lead class discussions on the topics of: In‑situ observations in Montreal, remote sensing of clouds and radiation, laboratory chemistry and water tank experiments.
- Operate and physically interpret data from various sensors for in‑situ and remote observations of meteorological variables.
- Administer tests and examinations in conformity with McGill regulations.
- Mark assignments and tests and submit final grades online using McGill systems.

Qualifications

- Must have a PhD in Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences, or a related field.
- Must have prior experience teaching this course at McGill or relevant teaching experience at a university or college level.

Schedule

- Lecture: M 02:35 pm-05:25 pm BURN 708
- Lab: M 02:35 pm-05:25 pm BURN 708

Eligibility





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.

Language and Work Location

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.

Location

Location: BURN 708

Schedule

Schedule: M 02:35 pm-05:25 pm

Deadline to Apply

2026-10-14

Equity & Diversity Statement

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📌 Course Lecturer ATOC 357 (Montreal)
🏢 McGill Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences
📍 Montreal