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Job Title
Organic Chemistry Lab Student Teaching Assistant I NFWS (26/27)
Student Position Type
Non Federal Work Study/La Verne Work
Appointment Type
Part-Time
FTE
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.
Department Manager
Hiring Manager
Andrew Rice
Number of Vacancies
6
Position Summary Information for Announcement
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Job Description Summary
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 2026semester after evaluation by the lab coordinator on performance in the lab.
Specific Duties
Teaching assistants will:

• Come prepared and on time or earlier to their respective lab with proper PPE and with knowledge of the experiment and ready to answer student's questions.
• Must attend the weekly lab meetings.
• TA must remain proactive in labs and observe/keep an eye on students to ensure that they are following proper laboratory techniques and safety. They must remain vigilant at all times and keep an eye on the student's use of the chemicals during the experiments to prevent or catch cross contamination.
• TAs must communicate with the Lab instructors / Lab Coordinators / Lab Managers regarding any concerns with the chemicals or lab safety.
• Ensure the Maintenance of the lab's cleanliness during their respective lab and conduct lab clean up (putting away equipment or cleaning glassware, keep chemicals in order, etc.), and sometimes help set up (prepare waste containers or pipettes, help with preparation of chemicals, etc.)
• Grade assignments within a reasonable turnaround time

Minimum Qualifications

• 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

Benefits Summary
Employees are eligible for the following benefits:
One hour of Paid Sick Leave for every 30 hours worked, with a maximum accrual of 24 hours of Paid Sick Leave per year and capped at 48 hours.
University of La Verne Defined Contribution Retirement Plan - can contribute employee voluntary contributions, excluding wages derived from federal work study funds.
In accordance with the Affordable Care Act (ACA), employees who work an average of 30 or more hours per week, will be eligible for medical coverage through the University of La Verne.
Covered under the University of La Verne Workers Compensation Insurance.
Location
La Verne Main Campus
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Physical Demands Summary
The physical demands include the ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 20 pounds occasionally.
Do the essential functions of this job require lifting?
No
If yes, list maximum weight and duration
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Hiring Pay Rate
Hourly Rate
$16.90
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
2024-251561SE
Special Instructions to Applicants
If you have not been a TA before, you will need to meet with the department to fill out an additional form regarding any other Science and Math courses you have taken so far.
Unofficial transcripts or screen captures of your Grade for the Course you will be a TA for is fine.
Open Date
06/22/2026
Close Date
06/30/2027
Open Until Filled
Yes
Quick Link
https://laverne.peopleadmin.com/postings/15494