Office Assistant (Part‑time) – Chemical Engineering Department

About the role

McGill University is seeking a part‑time Office Assistant to support the Department of Chemical Engineering. Working under the direction of an immediate supervisor, you will help convert faculty laboratory webpages to the university standard and perform a range of clerical duties.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in updating and standardising Chemical Engineering professors' laboratory websites.
• Perform general office tasks such as document formatting, labeling, spell‑checking, mail merges and drafting correspondence from templates.
• Archive documents, relocate files and maintain spreadsheets (e.g., key inventory, student email lists).
• Provide courteous front‑desk service, answer inquiries and give directions or policy guidance.
• Keep the work area tidy and organized.

Required profile

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least one year of related administrative or clerical experience.
• Authorization to work in Canada and willingness to work on the McGill campus in Quebec.
• Proficiency in English at level 3 (on a 0‑4 scale).

Required skills

• Basic computer literacy for document creation and spreadsheet updates.

What we offer

• Hourly wage of $18.25 plus vacation and holiday indemnities.
• Flexible schedule of 10‑15 hours per week.
• Opportunity to work in an academic environment supporting engineering research.