Fabrication Lab Course Assistant — On-Campus Support

The New School; New York (NY); On-site; USD 2,535,000 - 2,686,000; Part time

Job summary

The New School is seeking a part-time Course Assistant to support xFab course activities on campus. You’ll work with instructors to organize supplies, prep spaces, and manage materials for hands-on electronics and fabrication projects.

You will gain practical experience in a dynamic design and technology environment, ensuring materials are labeled, stored properly, and readily available for class sessions throughout the 15-week term.

Qualifications

• Current student in the MFA Design & Technology program.
• Strong academic standing.
• Familiarity with the materials and equipment used in xFab.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• High level of reliability, punctuality, and professional responsibility.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Work with xFab instructors in a non-instructional support capacity.
• Maintain and organize xFab course supplies through clear labeling and storage.
• Organize and prepare instructional and task-based learning spaces.
• Transfer custodianship of materials between xFab Lab sections as needed.
• Assist with equipment and materials pickup on campus.
• Attend class when needed and assist with equipment demonstrations.

Skills

Communication skills

Reliability

Punctuality

Organizational skills

Independent work

Academic standing

Education

Current MFA Design & Technology student

Tools

xFab lab familiarity

Job description

The New School is seeking a part-time Course Assistant to support xFab course activities on campus. You’ll work with instructors to organize supplies, prep spaces, and manage materials for hands-on electronics and fabrication projects.

You will gain practical experience in a dynamic design and technology environment, ensuring materials are labeled, stored properly, and readily available for class sessions throughout the 15-week term.