Laboratory Teaching Assistant

Mercer University; Illinois; On-site; USD 17,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Mercer University invites applications for a Laboratory Teaching Assistant in the School of Engineering. The role involves providing instruction, supervision, and assistance to students in the FAB Lab and Circuits Lab, with careful attention during each laboratory period.

This on-campus position is a Mercer student wage/posting under the Dean's Office, supervised by Kelsey Hall. Start date is September 4, 2026, and end date is September 18, 2026, with a 20-hour scheduled work week at $12.00 per

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled as Mercer University student.
• Able to commit to scheduled hours (20 per week).
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction and supervision in the FAB Lab and Circuits Lab.
• Assist students during lab activities and ensure safety.
• Maintain lab records and coordinate with supervisor Kelsey Hall.

Skills

Lab supervision

Teaching assistance

Job description

Job Title: Laboratory Teaching Assistant

Job Family: Student Regular Wage, Student Work Study

Department: Dean's Office, School of Engineering

Supervisor: Kelsey Hall

Job Description: The functions of the laboratory teaching assistant are to provide instruction, supervision, and assistance, as required, to the students in the FAB Lab and Circuits Lab in his/her section. The proper performance of these duties requires the undivided attention of the teaching assistant during each laboratory period.

Pay rate: $12.00 per hour

Scheduled Hours: 20

Start Date: 09/4/2026

End Date: 09/18/2026

Mercer Student Employment – About Us

Student employees are vital to the success of Mercer University. At Mercer, we are dedicated to helping students find meaningful on-campus jobs and ensuring that students maximize the value of their employment experiences. We believe that having an on-campus job helps students become more involved with the Mercer University community, provides valuable work experience, helps build transferable skills, and habits that will benefit future career options. Moreover, on-campus jobs provide financial rewards.

Important Note:

In adherence to the Immigration Control Act of 1986, all student employees must complete an Employment Eligibility Verification Form (I-9) and present documentation verifying citizenship or permanent residency. You will not be allowed to begin work until the I-9 form has been completed and properly certified. The required documents include either a valid US Passport, certificate of US citizenship, alien registration card with photograph OR two of the following documents: a state driver's license, validated student ID card, original social security card, birth certificate.