Part-Time Learning Assistant - MIS 437

Penn State University; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Penn State University Park is seeking one part-time learning assistant to support Dr. Rashmi Sharma for up to 10 hours per week during the Fall 2026 academic semester.

The position involves answering student questions, hosting office hours, grading assignments, and locating teaching materials in business press, with additional duties as assigned by the supervisor. Employment is subject to background checks and current student status at Penn State.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of MIS 437 at Penn State
• Currently enrolled Penn State student

Responsibilities

• Answering student questions
• Hosting office hours
• Grading assignments
• Searching the business press for teaching materials
• Additional duties as assigned by supervisor

Education

MIS 437

Currently enrolled Penn State student

Job description

Job Description and Position Requirements

The Department of Supply Chain and Information Systems at Penn State University Park invites applications for one part-time learning assistant to start in Fall 2026. The successful candidates will assist Dr. Rashmi Sharma for up to 10 hours per week during the academic semester.

Job Duties

• Answering student questions
• Hosting office hours
• Grading assignments
• Searching the business press for teaching materials
• Additional duties as assigned by supervisor

Required Qualifications

• Successful completion of MIS 437 at Penn State
• Currently enrolled Penn State student

Compensation

Starting rate for this position is $16.00 per hour.

Candidates with questions may contact the department assistant, Autumn Knepp, at [e-mail].

Background Checks / Clearances

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

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