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Knox College

Chemistry Lab Coordinator

Galesburg, IL · On-site

$36K - $38K/yr

... laboratory assistants during a weekly meeting while laboratory classes are in session. • Supervising the set-up and return to storage of instruments required by the chemistry laboratory teaching ...

Wisconsin

Teaching Assistant Professor

Madison, WI · On-site

$75K/yr

Teaching Assistant Professor Job Summary: The Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering at ... Facilitates classroom, online and/or laboratory instruction, including assessment of student ...

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As of Jul 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for laboratory teaching assistant in the United States is $20.25, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.59 and $23.08 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Laboratory Teaching Assistants often encounter challenges such as juggling multiple responsibilities during lab sessions, ensuring student safety, and addressing diverse learning needs. Effective time management and clear communication with both students and supervising faculty can help manage these challenges. Staying organized, proactively preparing for each session, and familiarizing oneself with lab protocols also contribute to a smoother workflow. Additionally, fostering an inclusive environment encourages student participation and supports learning outcomes.

What are Laboratory Teaching Assistants?

Laboratory Teaching Assistants (Lab TAs) are individuals, often undergraduate or graduate students, who support instructors in conducting laboratory courses. Their responsibilities include preparing lab equipment and materials, assisting students during experiments, enforcing safety protocols, and sometimes grading assignments or providing feedback. Lab TAs help ensure that lab sessions run smoothly and that students understand the procedures and concepts being taught. They play a crucial role in bridging the gap between students and instructors by offering guidance and clarification during hands-on learning.

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To thrive as a Laboratory Teaching Assistant, you need a solid background in laboratory sciences, familiarity with experimental procedures, and at least an undergraduate degree in a relevant field. Experience with lab equipment, safety protocols, and digital tools like data analysis software is typically required. Strong communication, organization, and mentoring abilities help you effectively support students and faculty. These combined skills ensure safe, efficient lab operations and promote a positive learning environment for students.
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Biology Lab Coordinator

Biology Lab Coordinator

Loyola University - New Orleans

New Orleans, LA

Other

Re-posted 21 days ago

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Description The Lab Coordinator has a leadership role in coordinating and overseeing our two introductory labs for natural science majors (Cells & Heredity and Biology of Organisms) and helping to maintain spaces and equipment for other courses. This includes revising and updating laboratory teaching manuals; coordinating, preparing, and maintaining the core biology laboratories; training student assistants; developing a peer mentoring program; and teaching one section of C&H lab during each Fall semester and one section of Biology of Organisms lab during each Spring. Examples of Duties Essential Functions: Coordinate, prepare and maintain the core biology laboratories.

Revise and update core laboratory teaching manuals as needed. Recruit student teaching assistants Train, and supervise student teaching assistants and new adjunct faculty teaching core labs for the first time. Develop a peer mentoring program.

Teach one section of Cells & Heredity lab each Fall Teach one section of Biology or Organisms lab each Spring Collaborate with Office Manager to order supplies. Oversee maintenance of departmental teaching spaces and equipment. Assist with coordination of use and maintenance of department vehicles used for teaching.

Collegially collaborate and coordinate with instructors of other biology lab courses given the shared nature of teaching spaces and equipment. Additional Responsibilities: Communicate regularly and effectively with faculty, staff, and students. Remain up-to-date with developments in teaching pedagogy.

Attend departmental meetings and functions. Typical Qualifications Required Education, Experience, Skills and Abilities: BS, MS or PhD in Biology or related field. Basic computer skills - use of email, internet, software use including Canvas, Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and digital imaging software Additional Desirable Qualifications Licensed driver; certified as van driver Basic familiarity with conventional laboratory equipment Ability to prioritize Collegiality PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Ability to complete above duties with or without physical accommodations.

In accordance with the Campus Security Act as amended, Loyola University publishes annually and distributes to members of the academic community, and upon request to prospective (students/employees), an annual security report. That report includes current policies and procedures of the University Police Department for the reporting of campus crimes, notifying the campus community of occurrence of campus crimes, policies regarding access to campus buildings, the enforcement authority of the University Police Officers and their relationship to local police. University policies on the possession, use and sale of alcohol and illegal drugs are outlined.

The Campus sexual Assault Program and policy is described. Campus crime statistics as defined under this law for the last three calendar years are included. A copy of this report may be secured from the (Office of Admissions), (Office of Human Resources), or from the University Police Department.

Loyola University New Orleans does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability, veteran's status or national origin in its educational programs or activities, including employment and admissions. At the same time, Loyola cherishes its right to seek and retain personnel who will make a positive contribution to its religious character, goals, and mission in order to enhance the Jesuit, Catholic tradition.

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