Learning Assistant/Remedial Tutor/Tutor in Chemical and Materials Engineering: Academic Year 20[...]

University of California - Merced; Merced (CA); On-site; USD 35,817 - 42,705; Full time

Job summary

University of California - Merced is seeking Learning Assistants/Remedial Tutors for the Engineering courses listed for Academic Year 2026-2027. The role focuses on active learning, in-class discussions, and collaboration with graduate mentors to enhance student understanding of complex topics.

The position is open to current UC Merced undergraduates, requires a minimum GPA of 3.0, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• A desire to enhance instruction in engineering classes.
• Interest in integration of technology-mediated learning tools in engineering.
• Currently enrolled as an undergraduate student at UC Merced.
• Grade of B or higher in the course or related course you are requesting to be a Learning Assistant/Remedial Tutor/Tutor for.
• In good standing at the University with at least a 3.0 GPA.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Awareness and sensitivity to individual learning styles and student needs.
• Ability to apply study strategies, organizational skills, and time management in sessions.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate discussion with groups of students in lecture by asking questions to help students learn materials.
• Attend weekly meetings with course instructor and teaching assistants (TAs) to prepare for sessions.
• Participate in trainings and a teaching seminar course (as a newly hired Learning Assistant).

Skills

Enhance instruction

Tech-enabled learning

Undergraduate UC Merced

GPA 3.0+

Strong communication

Learning styles awareness

Study strategies

Time management

Tutoring experience

Education

Undergraduate student at UC Merced

Job description

Position overview

Position title: Learning Assistant/Remedial Tutor/Tutor in Chemical and Materials Engineering

Salary range: See Table 20 for the salary range for this position. A reasonable estimate for this position is $28.52 per hour.

Anticipated start: Academic Year 2026-2027 schedule: Fall Semester 2026 (8/1/2026 - 12/31/2026); Spring Semester 2027 (1/1/2027 - 5/31/2027).

Position duration: Duration through Academic Year 2026-2027

Application Window

Open date: May 6, 2026

Next review date: Monday, Jul 20, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time). Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

Final date: Thursday, May 6, 2027 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time). Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

Position description

The Chemical and Materials Engineering department in the School of Engineering anticipates hiring multiple instructional learning assistants/remedial tutors/tutors for the following courses for Academic Year 2026-2027: ENGR 45: Introduction to Materials; ENGR 156: Technical/Professional Writing; ENGR 170: Intro to Electron Micro; MBSE 211: Mater. Properties & Selection; MBSE 245: Condensed Matter Physics; MBSE 291: Research Seminar; MBSE 294: Responsible Conduct Research; MSE 1: Intro to ChemE and Mat Sci Eng; MSE 104: Engineering Living Systems; MSE 113: Materials Characterization; MSE 118: Intro Nanotech and Nanoscience; MSE 152: Mater. Properties & Selection; MSE 176: Microelectronics Fabrication; Other courses as needed. See catalog for course description.

A Learning Assistant works with groups of students on challenging course materials during class time. You will play a crucial role in contributing to the experience of students in engineering. The learning assistant will be responsible for helping students in actively learning by managing in-class discussions and promoting interaction among students. This job is ideal for someone who is a good listener and communicator, wants to help others learn, interested in teaching, wants to learn course content more deeply, and wants to work with graduate students and faculty to transform STEM classrooms.

Key Responsibilities

• Facilitate discussion with groups of students in lecture by asking questions to help students learn materials.
• Attend weekly meetings with course instructor and teaching assistants (TAs) to prepare for sessions.
• Participate in trainings and a teaching seminar course (as a newly hired Learning Assistant).

The University of California Remedial Tutors/Tutors are represented by the UAW-AFL-CIO.

Qualifications

Basic qualifications

• A desire to enhance instruction in engineering classes.
• Interest in integration of technology-mediated learning tools in engineering.
• Currently enrolled as an undergraduate student at UC Merced.
• Grade of B or higher in the course or related course you are requesting to be a Learning Assistant/Remedial Tutor/Tutor for.
• In good standing at the University with at least a 3.0 GPA.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Awareness and sensitivity to individual learning styles and student needs.
• Ability to apply study strategies, organizational skills, and time management in sessions.

Preferred qualifications

• Experience with tutoring or mentoring.

Application Requirements

Document requirements

• Curriculum Vitae/Resume - Your most recently updated CV/resume.
• Cover Letter - Cover letter identifying the course(s) you are interested in being a Learning Assistant/Remedial Tutor for.
• Unofficial Transcript - Unofficial transcript confirming you have completed and received a grade of B or higher in the course or related course and are in good standing at the University with at least a 3.0 GPA. To access your unofficial transcript, follow the registrar instructions linked.
• Authorization to Release Information Form - You may be required to disclose if you are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining misconduct. "Misconduct" means violations of policies or laws governing conduct at previous employment, including sexual harassment or discrimination. Required Authorization of Information Release may be found at the linked page. Please complete, sign, and upload the required form to your application.

Apply link: https://aprecruit.ucmerced.edu/JPF02114

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About UC Merced

Candidate must possess valid authorization to work in the United States. UC Merced is not sponsoring H-1B visas. Applicants without valid U.S. work authorization are ineligible. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected status. Additional links: UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy, UC Anti-Discrimination Policy, and APM 035. UC Merced is committed to innovation and excellence with a diverse student body and strong research ethos.

Job location: Merced, CA