Teaching Assistant for Evidence-Based Global Health Delivery (EBGHD)

Partners In Health; August (CA); Remote; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading organization focused on global health equity seeks a part-time Teaching Assistant to support their Evidence-Based Global Health Delivery course. This role involves grading, organizing materials, and fostering an engaging learning environment for students in the Master of Science in Global Health Delivery program. The ideal candidate will possess a relevant Master's degree and previous teaching experience, bringing strong communication and interpersonal skills to a diverse educational setting.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required in relevant health fields.
• Strong academic writing and editing skills necessary.
• Experience as a teaching assistant or instructor preferred.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate weekly learning activities and grade assignments.
• Organize instructional materials and respond to queries.
• Maintain learning platform and uphold academic conduct.

Skills

Academic writing

Editing

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master’s degree in Global Health Delivery, Epidemiology, Biostatistics

Job description

Title:

Teaching Assistant for Evidence-Based Global Health Delivery (EBGHD)

Reports to:

Director, Institute of Global Health

Program:

Master of Science in Global Health Delivery (MGHD)

Location:

Remote

Job Type:

Part-time

Duration:

August 2025 – January 2026

Position Overview

The University of Global Health Equity (UGHE) is recruiting a part-time Teaching Assistant (TA) to support the Evidence-Based Global Health Delivery (EBGHD) course offered to MGHD students from August 2025 to January 2026. Working roughly ten hours per week, the TA will grade assessments, maintain the Canvas site, and help craft learning resources that teach students how to locate, appraise, and apply the best available evidence to real-world global health challenges.

Responsibilities

1. Work collaboratively with course instructors and the course coordinator to facilitate weekly learning activities.
2. Grade student assignments, quizzes, and exams, offering timely, constructive feedback.
3. Organize, draft, and refine instructional materials and assessment guidelines.
4. Respond promptly and professionally to student and administrative queries during the course period.
5. Uphold UGHE’s Code of Conduct and Honor Code, fostering a respectful, inclusive, and academically rigorous environment.

Experience and Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Global Health Delivery (MGHD), Epidemiology, Biostatistics, or a closely related field emphasizing evidence-based practice.
• Graduate-level training in study design, critical appraisal, or implementation research.
• Previous experience as a teaching assistant or instructor in courses that incorporate active learning strategies.
• Excellent academic writing, editing, and communication skills.
• Reliability and flexibility, with availability of roughly ten hours per week across different time zones.
• Strong interpersonal skills and proven ability to collaborate effectively with culturally diverse faculty, staff, and students.
• Demonstrated commitment to social justice and to advancing equitable health outcomes through the rigorous use of evidence.

How to Apply

Please submit:

1. A current curriculum vitae
2. An undergraduate degree certificate
3. A cover letter describing your interest in UGHE and relevant experience.

Organizational Profile

UGHE is a new university focused on training the next generation of global health leaders. Launched in Rwanda in September 2015, it is rooted in values of equity, empowering students to address health disparities and systemic challenges.

UGHE is an initiative of Partners In Health (PIH), an organization dedicated to providing high-quality healthcare to marginalized communities worldwide, with significant impact in Rwanda through Inshuti Mu Buzima and government partnerships.

Values and Culture

Members of UGHE are committed to social justice, operating with honesty and humility, and upholding academic integrity and curiosity. We seek individuals who share these values to join our team.

Safeguarding and Prevention Policy

UGHE is committed to safeguarding, ensuring dignity and respect for all community members, and preventing sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment. Pre-employment checks and inquiries into past conduct are part of our recruitment process.