Graduate Assistant - Forensic Science

Marshall University; Huntington (WV); On-site; USD 13,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Marshall University in Huntington, WV seeks a Graduate Assistant in Forensic Science to co-teach undergraduate laboratory sections (CHM 218) with Dr. Madelyn Jackstadt.

The GA will prepare chemical solutions, standardized samples, and materials for teaching labs, perform instrument preparation and maintenance, and assess student work under supervision. This is a full-time 20-hour-per-week appointment for the fall semester, requiring a Bachelor’s degree in Forensic Science and prior chemistry lab

Qualifications

• Prior teaching assistant in Chemistry labs or Forensic Science courses.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate laboratory sections as assigned and maintain teaching guidelines.
• Prepare chemical solutions, standardized samples, and materials for teaching labs.
• Assist with testing and maintaining chemical analysis instruments under supervision.

Skills

Teaching experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Forensic Science

Job description

Position Details

Position Information

Position Title Graduate Assistant - Forensic Science Description of GA Assignment GA: Teacher – Adjunct instructor of record and assigned to teach one (half-time appointment) or two (full-time appointment) undergraduate course(s) or lab(s). Responsible for assigning student grades and following all University teaching guidelines.

Job Description Summary

Student will co‑teach undergraduate laboratory (CHM 218 Monday 2:00-4:50 lab) with Dr. Madelyn Jackstadt.

The assistant will also prepare chemical solutions, standardized samples, and other materials needed for upper-level teaching laboratories in the department. Preparation, testing, and maintenance of chemical analysis instruments may also be required. Tasks will be performed under the supervision of the professor responsible for the teaching laboratory.

Department Chemistry - MU2520 Location MU - Marshall University Semester Fall Semester Hours Per Week Full Time (20 hrs a week)

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Forensic Science

Experience

Prior teaching assistant in Chemistry labs or Forensic Science courses.

Preferred Qualifications

Education Experience

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number MU3096GA

Open Date 07/13/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions Summary

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have a Bachelor’s degree in Forensic Science?
  • Yes
  • No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume