Teaching Assistant for NTR 2651 at Oakland University

Oakland University; Michigan; On-site; USD 20,664 - 28,929; Part time

Job summary

Oakland University is seeking a part-time teaching assistant for NTR 2651: Nutrition Assessment Methods Laboratory for the 2026-2027 academic year. The TA will support the faculty instructor for NTR 2650/2651, help run lab activities, grade work, and lead at least one lab session.

Availability on Fridays 10am–12pm with a 9:30–12:30 window is required. Candidates should have a background in nutrition and nutrition assessment, and be enrolled as a graduate student across Oakland's programs.

Qualifications

• Background in nutrition and nutrition assessment required.
• Graduate student across Oakland University programs eligible.

Responsibilities

• Assist faculty instructor in lab activities for NTR 2651.
• Grade assignments and present or lead one lab activity.
• Maintain inventory and perform organizational tasks as needed.

Skills

Nutrition knowledge

Education

Graduate student

Job description

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A part-time (10 hours) teaching assistant for NTR 2651: Nutrition Assessment Methods Laboratory is needed for the 2026-2027 academic year. Responsibilities include assisting the faculty instructor of NTR 2650/2651 in the implementation of lab activities for NTR 2651 Nutrition Assessment Laboratory. Other responsibilities include grading assignments and presenting or leading one lab activity, as well as keeping inventory and completing other organizational tasks as needed. This course is taught on Fridays 10am-12pm in Fall and Winter semester, however the teaching assistant must be available 9:30 to 12:30.

A background in nutrition and nutrition assessment (e.g. having taken NTR 2600/2650/2651, EXS 4030, WHP 4000/4030, or similar), is required. Interested students must submit a resume, transcripts, and a cover letter outlining their interest and experiences related to this position. This position is open to any qualified graduate student across programs at Oakland University. Questions may be directed to Dr. Amanda Lynch, [e-mail]

Preferred Qualifications

This Teaching Assistant must be enrolled in courses at least part time. Graduate course work and/or research must contribute directly to the satisfaction of Oakland's degree requirements.

Compensation

This position is a maximum of 10 hours per week, $18/hr.