Learning Assistant - Bio 224 - Malcolm

Penn State University; University Park (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn State University in University Park, PA, is hiring Learning Assistants for Biology for the 2026-2027 academic year. LAs will assist Teaching Faculty, help organize coursework, and explain biology concepts to students. They will also hold office hours and review sessions as needed.

Preference will be given to full-time registered Penn State students who have completed BIOL224 and applications will be reviewed as needs arise, with background checks required.

Qualifications

• Must be a full-time registered Penn State student who has completed BIOL224.
• Ability to explain biology concepts and assist in coursework.
• Willingness to hold office hours and review sessions.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to Biology courses overseen by Teaching Faculty.
• Help organize coursework and explain biology concepts to students.
• Hold office hours and/or review sessions as needed.

Skills

Biology knowledge

Teaching / tutoring

Communication skills

Education

BIOL224 completed

Registered Penn State student

Job description

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location.For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

The Eberly College of Science, Department of Biology, is looking to hire Learning Assistants (LA) to provide support to Biology courses overseen by Teaching Faculty during the 2026-2027 academic year. These positions will be supervised by Glenna Malcolm. The LA will help faculty organize coursework, explain biology concepts to students, and hold office hours and/or review sessions. Applications must be submitted electronically, and must include the completed online application form. Preference will be given to full-time registered Penn State students who have successfully completed the course for which they will be assisting (BIOL224). Applications will be received on an ongoing basis and reviewed as the need arises.

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

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