CHEM 205 Teaching Assistant, Chemistry & Biochemistry at Oberlin College

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Oberlin College is hiring a CHEM 205 Teaching Assistant in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry. The position involves assisting with CHEM 205 lab sections by grading assignments, helping students with lab techniques, attending weekly meetings, and potentially tutoring outside of lab hours to support student learning.

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Assist CHEM 205 lab sections with grading and student support.
Attend weekly TA meetings.
Commitment of 5-7 hours per week.
Potential for additional paid tutoring hours with instructor agreement.
Must have prior knowledge and reasonable mastery of CHEM 205 material.
Applicants must be enrolled Oberlin College students and have passed CHEM 205.
Compensation ranges from $13.00 to $13.75 per hour based on TA experience.
Develop understanding of course material and educator skills.
Build professional relationships with new students.
Contact persons provided for questions: Laboratory Instructor and Visiting Assistant Professor.

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CHEM 205 Teaching Assistant, Chemistry & Biochemistry

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Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Applicants must complete all of the “Availability” section of the application in order to be considered.

Applications will be accepted until all positions are filled.

Questions may be directed to Cristinel Mîinea, Laboratory Instructor and Manager ([email protected]) or Prof. Lakshan Yamudith (Yamu) Thalapalage, Visiting Assistant Professor of Chemistry & Biochemistry ([email protected]).

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Job Summary	The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry invites applications for Teaching Assistants (TAs) for the Spring 2027 semester. There are openings for assisting CHEM 205 lab sections. Applicants must be pursuing an interest in the sciences in order to be considered (pursuing a major in chemistry or biochemistry is preferred, but not required). Chemistry & Biochemistry TAs will get the opportunity to develop their understanding of the materials at hand, gain further knowledge of topics that they previously learned, develop a professional relationship with new students, and develop their skills as educators.
Responsibilities	5-7 hour/week commitment. Responsibilities include: · Prior knowledge and reasonable mastery of CHEM 205 material; · Availability to attend TA meetings taking place once weekly; · Grading laboratory assignments in a timely manner; · Assisting students in lab with relevant techniques and processes. · With the agreement of TAs and instructors, additional paid hours may be available for tutoring sessions outside of lab periods, to assist students with preparation of lab reports, other lab assignments, and review of lab-related concepts.
Qualifications	You must be an enrolled student at Oberlin College & Conservatory to qualify. In order to be considered, applicants must have earned a passing grade in CHEM 205.
Quick Link for Posting	https://jobs.oberlin.edu/postings/17867
Compensation	$13.00-$13.75 depending on prior TA work experience in the department.
Special Instructions to Applicants	Applicants must complete all of the “Availability” section of the application in order to be considered. Applications will be accepted until all positions are filled. Questions may be directed to Cristinel Mîinea, Laboratory Instructor and Manager ([email protected]) or Prof. Lakshan Yamudith (Yamu) Thalapalage, Visiting Assistant Professor of Chemistry & Biochemistry ([email protected]).

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CHEM 205 Teaching Assistant, Chemistry & Biochemistry

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