Graduate Assistant - Forensic Science

Marshall University; Town of Huntington (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

Marshall University in Huntington, WV seeks an Adjunct Instructor of Record to co-teach undergraduate CHM 218 laboratory sessions, approximately 20 hours per week, with Dr. Madelyn Jackstadt.

The position involves preparing chemical solutions, standardizing samples, and maintaining lab equipment under faculty supervision. Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Forensic Science and prior teaching experience in chemistry labs or forensic science courses.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Forensic Science required.
• Prior teaching assistant in Chemistry labs or Forensic Science courses.
• Familiarity with university teaching guidelines and laboratory safety.

Responsibilities

• Co-teach undergraduate laboratory CHM 218 (lab sessions).
• Prepare chemical solutions, standardized samples, and materials for labs.
• Assist in testing and maintenance of chemical analysis instruments.
• Assign student grades and follow teaching guidelines.

Skills

Teaching experience

Lab supervision

Lab safety

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Forensic Science

Job description

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 an 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: (None specified)
• Experience: (None specified)

Posting Number: MU3096GA

Open Date 07/13/2026

Open Until Filled: Yes