CHEM 101 Teaching Assistant, Chemistry & Biochemistry

Oberlin College; Oberlin (OH); On-site; USD 18,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

Oberlin College is seeking Teaching Assistants for the Spring 2027 CHEM 101 lab sections. Applicants should be science-oriented students who have completed CHEM 101 (or 102 if taken after placement).

TA duties include assisting in labs, grading, and supporting students with lab techniques. Some extra tutoring may be available with instructor approval. Applications require completing all Availability questions.

Qualifications

• Enrolled Oberlin College student required.
• Must have earned a passing grade in CHEM 101, or CHEM 102 (if taken after placement test).
• TAs assist CHEM 101 lab sections and may tutor outside lab periods as agreed with instructors.

Responsibilities

• 5-8 hour/week commitment.
• Assist students in lab with techniques and processes.
• Attend TA meetings once weekly.
• Grade laboratory assignments in a timely manner.
• Possible additional paid tutoring sessions with instructor agreement.

Skills

Laboratory assistance

Grading

Tutoring

Education

CHEM 101 or CHEM 102

Job description

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.

Special Instructions

Applicants must complete all of the "Availability" section of the application in order to be considered.

Applications will be accepted until all positions are filled.

Questions may be directed to Cristinel Mîinea, Laboratory Instructor and Manager, Chemistry & Biochemistry Department ([e-mail]).

Posting Details

Job Summary

The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry invites applications for Teaching Assistants (TAs) for the Spring 2027 semester. There are openings for assisting CHEM 101 lab sections. Applicants must be pursuing an interest in the sciences in order to be considered (pursuing a major in chemistry or biochemistry is preferred, but not required). Chemistry & Biochemistry TAs will get the opportunity to develop their understanding of the materials at hand, gain further knowledge of topics that they previously learned, develop a professional relationship with new students, and develop their skills as educators.

Responsibilities

• 5-8 hour/week commitment.
• Prior knowledge and reasonable mastery of CHEM 101 material
• Availability to attend TA meetings taking place once weekly
• Grading laboratory assignments in a timely manner
• Assisting students in lab with relevant techniques and processes
• With the agreement of TAs and instructors, additional paid hours may be available for tutoring sessions outside of lab periods, to assist students with preparation of lab reports, other lab assignments, and review of lab-related concepts

Qualifications

You must be an enrolled student at Oberlin College & Conservatory to qualify. In order to be considered, applicants must have earned a passing grade in CHEM 101, or CHEM 102 (if taken this course after the placement test).

Compensation

$13.00-$13.75 based upon prior TA work experience in the department.

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

Optional Documents

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Which afternoons are you available? (M-F 1:30-4:30 pm). (Open Ended Question)

Office of Human Resources

Oberlin College
173 West Lorain Street
Oberlin OH 44074

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Hours: M-F 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

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