Part-Time Teaching Assistant- Rathbun- Department of Biology

Penn State University; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

The Eberly College of Science at a leading university seeks Teaching Assistants for Biology courses for the 2025-2026 academic year. TAs will assist faculty with coursework and engage with students through office hours. Applications are ongoing, with preference for full-time students who have completed relevant courses.

Qualifications

• Assist faculty in organizing coursework and explaining biology concepts.
• Hold office hours and review sessions.

Responsibilities

• Support Biology courses during the 2025-2026 academic year.
• Preference for full-time registered Penn State students.

Skills

Biology

Education

Completed Bio 162 or Bio 164

Job description

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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

The Eberly College of Science, Department of Biology, is looking to hire Teaching Assistants (TAs) to support Biology courses overseen by the Teaching Faculty during the 2025-2026 academic year. This position will be supervised by Lyndsay Rathbun. The TA will assist faculty in organizing coursework, explaining biology concepts to students, and holding office hours and review sessions. Applications must be submitted electronically, including the completed online application form. Preference will be given to full-time registered Penn State students who have successfully completed the course they will assist with. Applications for Bio 162 or Bio 164 will be received on an ongoing basis and reviewed as needed.

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