Biology Undergraduate Teaching Assistant - Student Hourly POOL

The University of Kansas; Lawrence (KS); On-site; USD 16,531 - 17,908; Part time

Job summary

The University of Kansas seeks an enthusiastic undergraduate student to support biology course delivery, prepare laboratory materials, assist with classroom presentations, proctor exams, and grade lab reports and quizzes.

Under supervision of the lab director, duties may include teaching small laboratory sections for non-major students; enrollment in at least six credit hours is required during the term, with the position paying $12.00–$13.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• Declared major in Biology, a related science field, or Education.
• Currently enrolled as an undergraduate student at the University of Kansas (KU).
• Student hourlies must be enrolled in no fewer than six credit hours during the term.
• Eligible for Federal Work‑Study funding is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist a biology professor or graduate teaching assistant with all aspects of course delivery.
• Preparing laboratory materials, supporting classroom presentations, proctoring exams, and grading lab reports and quizzes.
• Under the supervision of the lab director, may also independently teach small laboratory sections for non‑major students.

Skills

Lab assistance

Grading

Exam proctoring

Teaching small labs

Education

Undergraduate student at KU

Declared biology major or related field or Education

Job description

Position Overview

This position plays a vital role in supporting the University’s critical education mission by providing consistent, high-quality instructional support. The individual will assist faculty and teaching staff in the preparation and delivery of course materials, support classroom and laboratory activities, and contribute to the effective assessment of student learning. By ensuring smooth course operations and enhancing the learning experience, this position helps maintain the University’s commitment to academic excellence and student success.

Job Description

• Assist a biology professor or graduate teaching assistant with all aspects of course delivery.
• Preparing laboratory materials, supporting classroom presentations, proctoring exams, and grading lab reports and quizzes.
• Under the supervision of the lab director, may also independently teach small laboratory sections for non‑major students.

Required Qualifications

1. Declared major in Biology, a related science field, or Education, as indicated in the application materials.
2. Currently enrolled as an undergraduate student in a degree program at the University of Kansas (KU).

Preferred Qualifications

1. At least junior standing (or higher) at the time of employment.
2. Earned a grade of "A" in the biology course(s) relevant to the lab(s) being taught.
3. In good academic standing.
4. Eligible for Federal Work‑Study funding.

Position Requirements

During the semester term of the appointment, the student hourly must be enrolled in no fewer than six credit hours. For summer periods the student hourly must: (1) have been enrolled in no less than six hours in the past spring semester or (2) be pre‑enrolled in the upcoming fall semester in no less than six hours or (3) be enrolled in summer session or (4) be admitted to study in the upcoming fall semester. Student hourlies may be undergraduate or graduate students. Exceptions granted for GRA/GTA/GA appointments do not apply to Student Hourly appointments.

Employment Conditions

• Student employees are not eligible for remote work arrangements unless an exception is approved by the unit leadership and HR.
• This is an hourly position. A student employee cannot hold an hourly position and a salaried graduate position (GRA/GTA/GA) concurrently.

Salary

Advised Salary Range: $12.00/hr minimum up to $13.00/hr.

Anticipated Start Date

Monday, August 17, 2026.