Biology TA: Mentor Students & Lead Review Sessions

Penn State University; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Penn State University’s Eberly College of Science, Department of Biology, is seeking Teaching Assistants to support biology courses for the 2026–2027 academic year. TAs will help organize coursework, explain concepts to students, and provide office hours or review sessions under faculty supervision.

Applications are submitted electronically with a resume and cover letter. Positions are offered to full-time registered Penn State students and will be reviewed as needs arise on an ongoing basis.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled as a Penn State student in good standing.
• Ability to explain biology concepts clearly to undergraduates.
• Willingness to hold office hours and review sessions.

Responsibilities

• Assist teaching faculty with course organization and delivery.
• Explain biology concepts to students during class and office hours.
• Hold office hours and/or review sessions to support student learning.

Skills

Biology knowledge

Teaching/communication skills

Organizational skills

Job description

Penn State University’s Eberly College of Science, Department of Biology, is seeking Teaching Assistants to support biology courses for the 2026–2027 academic year. TAs will help organize coursework, explain concepts to students, and provide office hours or review sessions under faculty supervision.

Applications are submitted electronically with a resume and cover letter. Positions are offered to full-time registered Penn State students and will be reviewed as needs arise on an ongoing basis.