FWS - Chemistry - Chemistry Teaching Asst Hess FWSCASCHEMTA - Fall/Spring 24/25

Serve as the Teaching Assistant for General Chemistry labs and Quantitative Analysis labs. 

Responsibilities and Career Competencies

1. Maintain confidentiality, be punctual, communicate changes in work schedule in advance.   Wear appropriate attire as discussed for work environment.  (P)
2. Assist with set-up of laboratories.  This will include making standard solutions and unknowns.  This will require independent lab work and includes knowing how to use any instrumentation that is required for the lab.  (TW, CT, T)  
3. Arrive at the lab 15 minutes before class is scheduled to ensure that everything is ready for the students when students arrive.  (P)
4. Assist with answering student questions during lab.  Must have the ability to work inclusively in a diverse setting.  (C, CT, L, EI)
5. Follow all safety regulations and make sure students do so as well.  (P, L, CT)
6. At the end of each lab session, make sure that students leave the lab clean and orderly with common equipment returned to where it belongs, and instrumentation turned off.  (C, TW, L)
7. Provide clerical support, proofreading, photocopying, and filing.  Work on additional projects as assigned. (TW)
8. Assist with grading lab reports – in doing so, maintain confidentiality. (C, P, CT)
9. Prioritize responsibilities to meet deadlines with successful completion of work. (P, L)
10. Effectively communicate your skills and availability to perform this job in your letter of application. (CSD)
11. Perform other duties as determined by the supervisor. 

* Competencies/Skills: 

1. Communication (C )
2. Teamwork (TW)
3. Professionalism (P)
4. Career & Self Development (CSD)
5. Critical Thinking (CT)
6. Equity & Inclusion (EI)
7. Leadership (L)
8. Technology (T)

Preferred Qualifications:  Completion of CHE-115 General Chemistry I Lab, CHE-116 General Chemistry II Lab, and CHE-321 Quantitative Analysis with a grade of “A” or better. 

Computer Skill:  Word, Excel, Power Point

Other Skills:  Attention to detail, Strong active listening abilities, Public speaking, Written & Verbal communication, Willingness to learn new things

Work Schedule: 10 hours a week

Work Conditions: Employee encounters while performing essential functions of the job:  Toxic Agents, Machinery

Number of Positions: 1

Pay Rate: $10.50/hr

Supervisor: Tom Hess  

Location:  Armington 3^rd floor.   Rooms ARM 303, ARM 312, and ARM 314. 

To Apply, complete required sections of application and upload resume

Application Notes: Resumes and applications will be reviewed to determine if you meet the required qualifications for the position. If it is determined that you meet the required qualifications, your application materials will be used to identify a top group of the most highly qualified candidates. The University of Pikeville is an equal opportunity employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. The University of Pikeville does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age or disabilities in its programs, activities, hiring, or the admission of students. Inquiries may be directed to the University of Pikeville Title IX Coordinator by calling 606-218-5216.