Laboratory Instructor: Biology/Environmental Science Lab

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Teach one or more sections [up to a maximum of three (3) labs sections per semester] of the laboratory course associated with associated biology courses, and all that this entails, including:
  • Present pre-lab lecture.
  • Interact with students, field questions pertaining to lab, manipulate lab materials.
  • Clean lab, resupply consumable lab materials, and leave lab room in working order.
  • Be readily available to lab section students outside the actual lab time, as needed.
• Communicate effectively with the supervisor, fellow TAs, lab instructors, and lecture instructors in a timely manner, including:
  • Calculation and submission of student lab grades to the supervisor at established times and then to lecture professor for integration into overall course grades (both mid-term and final grades).
  • Work assigned make-up lab weeks to assist students who may have missed labs during the semester, if necessary.
• Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor at all times.
• Exercise good judgment in complex and new situations.
• Adaptability, flexibility, and a willingness to work in a changing environment.

Education/Experience

• BS in Biological Science (BIOL), or related science discipline; or successful completion of coursework and/or teaching experience in this area of expertise.
• Experience in higher education is also preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively to all groups through both oral and written channels.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook, Blackboard, and standard methods of digital communication.
• Demonstrate a willingness to learn and utilize new and emerging technology, including software systems and web-based applications.
• Demonstrate tact, a positive attitude, courtesy, and discretion in dealing with faculty, staff, students, and others.
• Exercise good judgment in complex and new situations.
• Manage multiple, concurrent activities, and meet strict deadlines.