Teaching Assistant - Strauss

The Pennsylvania State University; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 16,531 - 24,796; Full time

Job summary

The Pennsylvania State University is seeking Teaching Assistants for biology courses in the 2026-2027 academic year. TAs will support faculty, help organize coursework, explain biology concepts to students, and conduct office hours and/or review sessions under supervision by James Strauss.

Applicants must be full-time registered Penn State students. Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis and contact will be made as openings arise.

Qualifications

• Applicants must be full‑time registered Penn State students.
• Background checks are required in accordance with University policies.

Responsibilities

• Assist faculty by organizing coursework and explaining biology concepts to students.
• Conduct office hours and/or review sessions.
• Support Biology courses during the 2026-2027 academic year.

Skills

Explain biology concepts

Organize coursework

Conduct office hours

Job description

Teaching Assistant – Job Description

The Eberly College of Science, Department of Biology, is hiring Teaching Assistants to support Biology courses during the 2026-2027 academic year. The position is supervised by James Strauss. The assistant will help faculty organize coursework, explain biology concepts to students, and conduct office hours and/or review sessions.

Applicants must be full‑time registered Penn State students. Applications are received on an ongoing basis and reviewed as needed.

Background Checks/Clearances

Employment requires successful completion of background checks in accordance with University policies.

EEO Statement

Penn State is an equal‑opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814‑865‑1473.