Part-Time Forensic Lab Course Assistant

The Pennsylvania State University

State College (Centre County)

On-site

USD 17,000 - 22,000

Part time

11 days ago

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Job summary

The Pennsylvania State University is seeking part-time FRNSC 411 Course Assistants for the 2026/2027 academic year in State College, PA. Responsibilities include assisting students with laboratory concepts, demonstrations, and safety, and helping with grading and attendance.

Qualified applicants must be Forensic Science majors and have completed FRNSC 411. Hours and wages will vary and applications are reviewed as needed.

Qualifications

Must be a Forensic Science major and have completed FRNSC 411.
Prior lab teaching or assistant experience is preferred.
Ability to manage lab materials, assist with demonstrations, and help with grading.

Responsibilities

Interact with students and facilitate learning of laboratory concepts
Prepare and provide laboratory demonstrations, reference samples, mock case evidence, reagents, solutions, equipment, and supplies to students
Track, order, store and maintain equipment and supplies
Assist with creation, assessment, and grading of lab practicums, lab exercises, lab notebooks, case folders, and mock crime scenes
Maintain course attendance and laboratory entrance logs
Proctor written examinations and lab practicums
Monitor laboratory environment for safety and health issues
Monitor students and their course progress while in the laboratory
Other duties as assigned by instructor and laboratory coordinator.