Instructional Support Specialist

Instructional Support Specialist

The purpose of this position is to act as a Teaching Assistant (TA) in the Department of Chemistry by supervising undergraduates in a laboratory course or undertaking instructional and administrative duties in support of a lecture course.

Responsibilities include preparation and grading of homework assignments, quizzes, exams, papers, or laboratory assignments. Lead review sessions or discussion sessions, hold regularly assigned walk-in office hours, and tutor students on the assigned subject matter. Administrative assistance to instructor to include grade reporting, maintenance of course web site, and proctoring scheduled and make-up exams. Assist with classroom demonstrations, prepare laboratory materials, perform laboratory clean-up, and implement and demonstrate safe practices in the lab, as necessary. Assist with preparation of pre-lab lectures and take notes in class, as necessary. Other related tasks in support of undergraduate and/or graduate education.

Required qualifications include a Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, excellent interpersonal skills, excellent attention to detail, and ability to enforce safety guidelines in the laboratory.

Preferred qualifications include experience related to functions described above, demonstrated leadership/teaching skills, initiative and professionalism.

Salary range is $44,444+ depending on education qualifications.

Working conditions include exposure to chemical fumes, exposure to chemicals, use of manual dexterity. Security Sensitive; criminal background check conducted. Selected applicants must complete student information privacy training (FERPA training).

Work shift schedule may vary depending on course assignment and department need.

Required materials include resume/CV, 3 recommendation letters that address your teaching qualifications or ability to communicate complex ideas to diverse groups, and copy of college transcript.