Teaching Assistant, General Chemistry Lab

2 weeks ago


La Verne, United States University of La Verne Full time

Specific Duties Teaching assistants will: Come prepared and on time or earlier to their respective lab with proper PPE and with knowledge of the experiment and ready to answer student’s questions. Must attend the weekly lab meetings. TA must remain proactive in labs and observe/keep an eye on students to ensure that they are following proper laboratory techniques and safety. They must remain vigilant at all times and keep an eye on the student’s use of the chemicals during the experiments to prevent or catch cross contamination. TAs must communicate with the Lab instructors / Lab Coordinators / Lab Managers regarding any concerns with the chemicals or lab safety. Ensure the maintenance of the lab’s cleanliness during their respective lab and conduct lab clean up (putting away equipment or cleaning glassware, keep chemicals in order, etc.), and sometimes help set up (prepare waste containers or pipettes, help with preparation of chemicals, etc.) Grade assignments within a reasonable turnaround time Minimum Qualifications Successful completion of CHEM 201/202, respective of the section you want to TA for, with a grade of B- or better. Mandatory attendance at the weekly lab meetings. Committed to working both Fall and Spring semesters for a minimum of 10 hours/week. Must be a current University of La Verne student Preferred Qualifications Recommendation from a Chemistry instructor Driven and takes initiative Ability to communicate effectively Basic knowledge of Excel Dependable, reliable, and self-sufficient Benefits Summary Employees are eligible for the following benefits:  One hour of Paid Sick Leave for every 30 hours worked, with a maximum accrual of 24 hours of Paid Sick Leave per year and capped at 48 hours.  University of La Verne Defined Contribution Retirement Plan – can contribute employee voluntary contributions, excluding wages derived from federal work study funds.  In accordance with the Affordable Care Act (ACA), employees who work an average of 30 or more hours per week, will be eligible for medical coverage through the University of La Verne.  Covered under the University of La Verne Workers Compensation Insurance. Location La Verne Main Campus If Other, please specify. Physical Demands Summary Do the essential functions of this job require lifting? If yes, list maximum weight and duration Describe work environment Hiring Pay Rate Hourly Rate $16.50 Posting Detail Information



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