Organic Chemistry Lab Student Teaching Assistant I NFWS (26/27)

About the role

This is a student teaching assistant position for currently enrolled students at the University of La Verne. Lab TA’s will assist the instructor in the proper functioning of the lab during the session and help students follow proper techniques and safety rules while conducting experiments. TA’s must be proactive in the lab and model proper laboratory safety at all times, including wearing the proper protective equipment: lab coats, goggles and proper clothing and shoes. This position may be extended to the Spring 2026 semester after evaluation by the lab coordinator on performance in the lab.

Responsibilities

• Assist the instructor in the proper functioning of the lab during sessions.
• Help students follow proper techniques and safety rules while conducting experiments.
• Be proactive in the lab and model proper laboratory safety at all times.
• Wear required protective equipment: lab coats, goggles, and proper clothing and shoes.

Requirements

• Successful completion of CHEM 311/312 with a grade of B- or better.
• Mandatory attendance at the weekly lab meetings.
• Committed to working both Fall and Spring semesters for a minimum of 10 hours/week.
• Must be a current University of La Verne student.

Preferred Qualifications

• Recommendation from a Chemistry instructor.
• Driven and takes initiative.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Basic knowledge of Excel.
• Dependable, reliable, and self-sufficient.

Work Schedule

• Position could start as early as the week of August 10th for any needed trainings.
• Fall 2026 lab sections, which meet beginning 8/24/26, are as follows:
  • Mon 1:00PM – 5:10PM
  • Tues 6:00PM – 10:10PM
  • Wed 1:00PM – 5:10PM
  • Thurs 1:00PM – 5:10PM
  • Thurs 6:00PM – 10:10PM
• Mandatory Weekly Lab Meeting (Day and Time to be decided).
• This position will work 100% on campus.