Graduate Teaching Assistant
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Job Location:
Frederick, MD - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Hood Colleges Department of Biology has three (3) Graduate Teaching Assistant positions available to begin August 1 2026.
Under the close supervision of the Biology Department Chair and the Biology Lab Supervisor the Graduate Teaching Assistant will have a strong undergraduate record and an interest in pursuing research in cell biology molecular biology biochemistry or environmental biology. Duties will include preparing and teaching laboratories and conducting research within the department.
Before applying candidates must be accepted into the Hood College Graduate School and will enroll in the Biomedical Science or Environmental Biology M.S. program. Students will receive a stipend and waiver of graduate course tuition.
Essential Duties include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Instruction
- Teach up to six contact hours in the department each academic year.
- Plan units and resource materials as assigned instruct monitor and evaluate student progress using a variety of teaching strategies.
Laboratory Support
- Prepare solutions and other materials for use in laboratories.
- Set-up adjust and operate laboratory equipment and instrumentation as required.
- Assist with routine equipment maintenance and repair.
- Drive college vehicles for department field trips.
Administrative Support
- Assist with annual inventory of supplies including chemicals glassware and plasticware.
- Maintain department records.
Qualifications
We seek candidates who values diversity equity and inclusion in all that they do. Candidates must have strong organizational skills and a proven ability to work collaboratively with partners across campus in support of Hood Colleges mission as a student-centered liberal arts institution.
To perform this job successfully the individuals must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required.
Education and/or Experience
Before applying candidates must be accepted into the Hood College Graduate School and will enroll in the Biomedical Science or Environmental Biology M.S. program. Successful candidates will have a strong undergraduate record and an interest in pursuing research in cell biology molecular biology biochemistry bioinformatics or environmental biology. Duties will include preparing and teaching laboratories and conducting research within the department. Ability to calculate and prepare solutions for laboratory use and familiar with standard laboratory equipment required.
Minimum Requirements/Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in biology or related discipline
- Must be accepted into either the M.S. in Biomedical Science or M.S. in Environmental Biology program
Preferred Skills and Characteristics
Strong undergraduate record and an interest in pursuing research in cell biology molecular biology biochemistry bioinformatics or environmental biology. Ability to calculate and prepare solutions for laboratory use and familiar with standard laboratory equipment required.
Technology Skills
Proficient in MS Office tools (Microsoft Word Excel and PowerPoint) e-mail and Internet. Ability to learn new applications quickly including organization-wide information systems and department-specific software applications.
Language Skills
Strong oral and written communication skills. Ability to effectively provide information and positively respond to questions from both external and internal customers both in person and by phone. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Mathematical Skills
Proficient with statistical and financial concepts. Must have the ability to apply those concepts to tracking projections goal setting and interpreting reports. Must be able to draw conclusions from reports and make cost effective decisions regarding programs.
Reasoning Ability
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a number of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written oral diagram or schedule form. Ability to work independently and as a member of a group in developing and executing project plans. Ability to work in theoretical arena and apply logic as appropriate.
Physical Demands
Employee is required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms. The employee is required to sit. The employee may occasionally be required to stand and lift and move up to twenty-five pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Work Environment
The noise level is usually moderate and could include interaction with other employees students the public telephones and other office equipment in a shared space. The employee will be working in lab spaces and should be comfortable handling chemicals and lab equipment.
Compensation
The compensation for Graduate Teaching Assistants positions consists of a $13791 annual stipend and a tuition waiver. This part-time position is not benefits-eligible except for paid Maryland sick leave. Learn more about Hood College.
To Apply
We invite qualified candidates to apply online via Hood Colleges HR portal. Applicants must include a cover letter curriculum vitae undergraduate transcripts and names of three persons to contact for letters of recommendation. For questions regarding the position please contact Dr. Drew Ferrier or Dr. Craig Laufer co-chairs of the Department of Biology at or . Review of applications will begin April 13 2026.
If you need assistance with the on-line application process please email or call .
Hood College does not discriminate on the basis of sex race color national origin sexual orientation gender identity or gender expression marital status pregnancy disability religion or age in recruitment admission and access to or treatment or employment in its programs services benefits or activities as required by applicable laws including Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and complies with the law regarding reasonable accommodation for disabled applicants and students. Inquiries about discrimination or reasonable accommodation should be referred to the Coordinator for Title IX Alumnae Hall 401 Rosemont Avenue Frederick MD 21701 (AD 308) . For complete information on Hood Colleges nondiscrimination policy please visit Experience:
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