Medical Microbiology Lab TA — Student (Hybrid)

SilkRoad; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

La Sierra University is seeking a Biology Student Laboratory Teaching Assistant (TA2) to assist the instructor in preparing and operating biology lab classes in-person, virtually, or hybrid. The TA2 will provide hands-on instruction during labs and may assist with grading and related clerical tasks to support the lab experience.

Applicants must be enrolled as a La Sierra University student for Fall 2026, have completed BIOL185/L or BIOL474/L with a B or higher (within the last 4 years) or

Qualifications

• Must be a La Sierra University student currently enrolled in Fall 2026.
• Must have taken BIOL185/L or BIOL474/L within last 4 years and passed with a grade of B or higher or been TA2 for either course with full wet labs in the last 4 years.
• TA2 must be able to work the full lab duration plus set-up, resets, take-down, grading and other lab activities.

Responsibilities

• Assist the instructor with preparation and operation of laboratory classes (in-person, virtual, or hybrid).
• Provide instruction during the laboratory sessions.
• Assist with grading of laboratory assignments/quizzes and related clerical work.
• Coordinate with the instructor to ensure smooth lab operation throughout the term.

Skills

Instruction

Grading support

Clerical tasks

Course prerequisite verified

Education

La Sierra University student status

BIOL185/L or BIOL474/L completed with B+ in last 4 years

Job description

La Sierra University is seeking a Biology Student Laboratory Teaching Assistant (TA2) to assist the instructor in preparing and operating biology lab classes in-person, virtually, or hybrid. The TA2 will provide hands-on instruction during labs and may assist with grading and related clerical tasks to support the lab experience.

Applicants must be enrolled as a La Sierra University student for Fall 2026, have completed BIOL185/L or BIOL474/L with a B or higher (within the last 4 years) or