Life Science Quantitative Fellow

Amherst College invites applications from graduating Amherst College seniors or recent alumni for the Life Sciences Quantitative Fellow position. The Life Sciences Quantitative Fellow is a full-time, fixed-term position from July 2026 to June 2027. The expected range for this position is $20.02 - 22.50 per hour.

The Life Sciences Q Fellow is a green dean position for a recent Amherst College graduate who provides classroom and study support for students in introductory sciences. The Life Sciences Q Fellow works with team-based learning classes (like Biology 191, Chemistry 151 or 161, Physics 116 or 117) in the fall and spring semesters, attending classes, assisting with the team-based learning components, and offering drop-in help and appointments for students in the class. During the summer, the Fellow may assist with the Biology or Chemistry component of the STEM track of the Summer Bridge program.

Summary of Responsibilities:

• Attending classes and Team-Based Learning sections, keeping records, meeting with faculty, time on planning and preparation
• Weekly drop-in office hours or study sessions and individual appointments
• Q Center staff meetings, work with Q Center director on planning and college training
• Job development
• Involvement in campus life and events

Qualifications:

Required

• Requires a BA from Amherst College with Life Sciences related coursework
• Strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
• Facility with online communication and email
• Commitment to working with students from many backgrounds
• Good judgment working with students and faculty
• Successful completion of required background and reference checks

Preferred

• Tutoring experience at Amherst College

Interested candidates are asked to submit a resume, unofficial transcript and cover letter online at https://amherst.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/Amherst_Jobs. Review of applications will begin April 6 and will continue until the position is filled.