"Department of Health Science Teaching Associate Pool"

Job Summary

The Lab Teaching Assistant (TA) provides instructional support to faculty and students in a laboratory setting. The TA is responsible for assisting in the preparation, execution, and evaluation of laboratory sessions for undergraduate courses.

Working Conditions

Requires time in a laboratory setting, handling materials and equipment. May involve standing for extended periods and occasional lifting of supplies or equipment.

Hours

Approximately 10-20 hours per week, depending on the course and departmental needs.

Typical Activities

Key Responsibilities

1. Instructional Support:
   • Conducting laboratory sessions, including demonstrating techniques and procedures.
   • Provide guidance and support to students during lab activities to help them understand course concepts.
   • Answer questions, troubleshoot problems, and clarify instructions related to experiments.
2. Safety and Compliance:
   • Enforce safety protocols and ensure students follow proper procedures to maintain a safe working environment.
   • Handle hazardous materials and chemicals according to safety guidelines.
   • Report any safety incidents or equipment malfunctions to the instructor or lab supervisor.
3. Grading and Assessment:
   • Grading lab reports, quizzes, or assignments as directed by the instructor.
   • Provide constructive feedback to students to help improve their performance.
4. Administrative Tasks:
   • Track student attendance and participation during lab sessions.
   • Record and maintain accurate data related to experiments and results.
   • Participate in departmental meetings and training sessions as required.

Required Qualifications

• Enrollment in a graduate program related to the discipline of the course.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience working in a laboratory setting, with a focus on safety and organization.
• Ability to manage time and multitask in a dynamic learning environment.
• Shadow all HSCI 1200 labs one term before starting to teach the lab.

Preferred Qualifications

Evidence of scholarly activity, publication, and innovation is valued. Evidence of exemplary graduate-level teaching and leadership experience at program level is preferred and should be noted in application.

How to Apply

Please submit:
1. Curriculum Vitae or Resume
2. Cover Letter that includes:
  a. A brief statement of your teaching interest/philosophy
  b. A listing of any courses previously taught
  c. Whether you can teach at the Palm Desert or San Bernardino Campus and your availability
  d. A listing of potential courses you would be interested in teaching
3. If available, evidence of teaching effectiveness such as teaching portfolios, reports on teaching observations, and/or student evaluations of teaching.
4. Unofficial copies of all postsecondary degree transcripts (official transcripts will be required prior to appointment).
5. Reference List - names, telephone numbers, and email addresses of three (3) referees whom we may contact to obtain letters of recommendation.

Formal review of applications will be as needed.