Undergraduate Research & Teaching Assistant - Part-Time

American University; Washington; On-site; USD 22,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

American University seeks a part-time Teaching Assistant in the Kogod School of Business to support teaching, grading, and research activities. The undergraduate role emphasizes strong communication, research skills, and collaboration with faculty.

5 hours per week, $18.40 per hour, on-campus position for enrolled AU students. The ideal candidate maintains good GPA, demonstrates strong writing and speaking abilities, and can manage multiple tasks and deadlines while assisting in course material

Qualifications

• Good academic standing with a strong GPA.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to convey complex concepts in a clear and understandable manner.
• Familiarity with research methodologies, data analysis, and literature review.
• Strong interpersonal skills for interacting with students, faculty, and staff.
• Effective organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of course materials, including lecture notes, assignments, and exams.
• Conduct tutorials, workshops, or lab sessions to support student learning.
• Provide guidance and support to students on course-related inquiries.
• Evaluate and grade assignments, exams, and other assessments.
• Provide constructive feedback to students to enhance their understanding and performance.
• Maintain accurate records of student grades and attendance.
• Collaborate with the professor on ongoing research projects.
• Conduct literature reviews and assist in data collection and analysis.
• Contribute to the preparation of research publications and presentations.
• Assist in organizing and coordinating academic events, seminars, or workshops.

Skills

Communication skills

Research methods

Data analysis

Literature review

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Multitasking

Education

Good academic standing with a strong GPA

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

American University seeks a part-time Teaching Assistant in the Kogod School of Business to support teaching, grading, and research activities. The undergraduate role emphasizes strong communication, research skills, and collaboration with faculty.

5 hours per week, $18.40 per hour, on-campus position for enrolled AU students. The ideal candidate maintains good GPA, demonstrates strong writing and speaking abilities, and can manage multiple tasks and deadlines while assisting in course material