Physics Lab Aide & Intro Lab Tutor

Weber State University; Ogden (UT); On-site; USD 17,908 - 23,419; Part time

Job summary

Weber State University is seeking a pool of lab aides to assist in an introductory physics lab section, supervised by a lab instructor. They provide technical help with equipment and computers, answer questions related to physics concepts, and guide students in completing the labs.

Hours per week are capped at 9 hours, with an hourly pay rate of $15.00. This pooled, on-site position is filled from the pool as opportunities arise, and training sessions may be required to participate.

Qualifications

• Completed a trig- or calc-based physics course with a laboratory section, with a grade of B or better.
• For first semester introductory courses, completed a lab accompanying PHYS 2010/2210.
• For second semester introductory courses, completed a lab accompanying PHYS 2020/2220.
• May need to complete training sessions on a regular basis.
• Interest in physics and teaching others.
• Basic understanding of data collection, spreadsheets, and computer skills.
• Good understanding of scientific and math concepts.

Responsibilities

• Assist in an introductory physics lab section under supervision of a lab instructor.
• Provide technical help using lab equipment and computers.
• Answer questions related to physics concepts and guide lab completion.
• Support students in performing experiments and recording data.

Skills

Interest in physics

Teaching others

Data collection

Spreadsheets

Computer skills

Math concepts

Job description

Weber State University is seeking a pool of lab aides to assist in an introductory physics lab section, supervised by a lab instructor. They provide technical help with equipment and computers, answer questions related to physics concepts, and guide students in completing the labs.

Hours per week are capped at 9 hours, with an hourly pay rate of $15.00. This pooled, on-site position is filled from the pool as opportunities arise, and training sessions may be required to participate.