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How much do graduate lab instructor jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for graduate lab instructor in the United States is $27.06, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $22.12 and $30.05 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Graduate Lab Instructor, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Graduate Lab Instructor, you need a solid background in the relevant scientific discipline, experience with laboratory procedures, and at least a bachelor's degree—often progressing toward a graduate degree. Familiarity with lab equipment, safety protocols, and learning management systems such as Canvas or Blackboard is typically required. Excellent communication, patience, and organizational skills help you effectively guide students and manage lab sessions. These competencies ensure safe, efficient lab operations and foster a productive learning environment for students.

What are some common challenges faced by Graduate Lab Instructors, and how can they be addressed?

Graduate Lab Instructors often encounter challenges such as managing diverse student skill levels, balancing their own coursework or research with teaching responsibilities, and ensuring effective communication of complex concepts. To address these challenges, it's helpful to prepare clear lesson plans, seek guidance from faculty mentors, and utilize campus resources for teaching support. Building strong organizational skills and maintaining open communication with both students and supervising professors can also contribute to a successful teaching experience.

What are Graduate Lab Instructors?

Graduate Lab Instructors are graduate students, often pursuing a master's or doctoral degree, who are responsible for leading laboratory sessions in a college or university setting. They assist faculty by teaching lab courses, demonstrating experiments, supervising students, and grading assignments or reports. Graduate Lab Instructors play a key role in helping undergraduates understand practical applications of theoretical concepts. Their responsibilities may also include preparing lab materials, ensuring safety protocols are followed, and providing additional academic support to students. This position helps graduate students gain valuable teaching experience while contributing to their academic community.
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Surgical Technology Instructor Per Diem

Surgical Technology Instructor Per Diem

Brookline College

Tempe, AZ • On-site

$30.75 - $37.50/hr

Full-time, Per diem

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Company Description

At Brookline College, we are dedicated to our students’ success and committed to providing them with our best service from start to finish. Our helpful admission representatives will help students define their goals and choose a program. Our experienced instructors will educate their students and provide hands-on training. Our devoted staff will support and help every student complete their program, and once they graduate, they’ll assist the student with their job search.

Job Description

PER-DIEM Position. REQUIRES the minimum of an associate degree and current CST.

We are growing and looking for an experienced Surgical Technologist to join our team in shaping the future of the next generation of Surgical Technologists who are flocking to our program! 

If you find yourself often helping others, explaining, mentoring, and leading your peers, the natural next step is to become an instructor! This position is instrumental in the trajectory of our student's futures. 

You have changed lives in the OR, now change lives in the classroom!

This is for a per diem lab instructor on campus

You will...

  • Educate and provide technological and academic training to students 
  • Ensure students are aware of the competencies necessary for all objectives in the syllabus
  • Design and carry out a lesson plan for each class taught that recognizes students’ abilities, and learning styles and provide accommodation when needed
  • Identify and refer students who are “at risk” of leaving the course to student services and Campus Director
  • Provide ongoing student advisement and academic counseling
  • Use a variety of means of evaluation to support student abilities (cooperative learning, reports, and teamwork)
  • Provide input and participate in academic committees formed for the enrichment of both the programs and student life on campus
  • Comply with all State, Department of Education, and accreditation regulations
Qualifications
  • Possess Healthcare Provider and Basic Instructor Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
  • Minimum of an Associate gree required
  • Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) 
  • Minimum of 3 of the past 5 years in Operating Room, Teaching or a combination of both.
  • If teaching experience is present, must have a minimum of 3 years on the OR at some point in your career
  • Proficiency with computers and commonly used applications along with the ability to quickly learn new ones.
  • Ability to react quickly
  • Ability to handle multiple tasks

All instructors who outline the acquisition of a degree or diploma must have graduated from schools accredited by agencies recognized by the US Department of Education


Additional Information

We Offer for Full Time Employees:

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  • Leadership development and training for career advancement
  • Tuition assistance and Forgiveness for you and your family up to 100% depending on program