CHEM 102 Teaching Assistant, Chemistry & Biochemistry

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

Job summary

Oberlin College’s Chemistry & Biochemistry Department is seeking Teaching Assistants for CHEM 102 lab sections for the Spring 2027 semester. Enrolled students who are pursuing science majors (chemistry/biochemistry preferred) will gain experience in teaching, grading, and helping peers in a lab setting.

Responsibilities include weekly TA meetings, grading, and assisting students with lab techniques. Additional paid tutoring may be available with instructor approval.

Qualifications

• Must be an enrolled Oberlin College student and pursuing a science major (chemistry/biochemistry preferred).
• Must have earned a passing grade in CHEM 102.
• Commitment of 5–8 hours per week.

Responsibilities

• Assist CHEM 102 lab sections under supervision; attend weekly TA meetings.
• Grade laboratory assignments in a timely manner.
• Help students in lab with techniques and processes.
• With instructor agreement, assist with tutoring sessions outside lab hours, paid separately.

Skills

Enrolled student

Chemistry knowledge

Job description

CHEM 102 Teaching Assistant, Chemistry & Biochemistry

The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry invites applications for Teaching Assistants (TAs) for the Spring 2027 semester. There are openings for assisting CHEM 102 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 102 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 102.

Compensation

$13.00-$13.75 depending on prior TA work experience in the department.

Special Instructions to Applicants

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]).

Quick Link for Posting

https://jobs.oberlin.edu/postings/17865

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)

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