Chemistry Lab TA: Prep, Guide & Safety

University of Pikeville; Pikeville (KY); On-site; USD 5,400 - 5,800; Part time

Job summary

University of Pikeville seeks a Chemistry Teaching Assistant Hess to support General Chemistry I and Quantitative Analysis labs. The role involves preparing materials, guiding students, and upholding safety in Armington labs on campus.

This is a part-time, on-site position requiring strong lab skills and reliability. Ideal candidates will have completed General Chemistry I and II with labs, plus strong communication and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Must have completed General Chemistry I and II and associated labs.
• Ideal for students with strong lab skills, attention to detail, and a passion for chemistry.

Responsibilities

• Support General Chemistry and Quantitative Analysis labs by preparing materials and guiding students.
• Uphold lab safety and maintain confidentiality, and arrive early to set up before students.
• Assist with lab set-up, including making standard solutions and unknowns; operate lab instruments as needed.
• Help students during labs, answer questions, and foster a collaborative environment.
• Ensure safety regulations are followed and the lab space is clean and equipment powered off after sessions.
• Provide clerical support and assist with projects as assigned; grade lab reports while maintaining confidentiality.
• Prioritize tasks to meet deadlines and communicate availability clearly in the application.

Skills

Lab skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

University of Pikeville seeks a Chemistry Teaching Assistant Hess to support General Chemistry I and Quantitative Analysis labs. The role involves preparing materials, guiding students, and upholding safety in Armington labs on campus.

This is a part-time, on-site position requiring strong lab skills and reliability. Ideal candidates will have completed General Chemistry I and II with labs, plus strong communication and teamwork.