WS - Microbiology Teaching Assistant

MICROBIOLOGY TEACHING ASSISTANT

Division: CAS                  Department: Biology                  Experience: Mid-level

Job Code: IWSMICROBIOTA                     Supervisor/Reports To: Tina Ousley

Assist in preparation and instruction of microbiology labs, supporting students and faculty. Duties include setting up materials, grading, and maintaining laboratory safety and cleanliness.

Responsibilities and Career Competencies:

1. Complete protocols and master lab-related skills like preparing materials accurately weighing and measuring reagents for making liquid and/or solid culture media

, growing bacteria on solid or liquid media, storing temperature-sensitive items appropriately until needed, and managing lab tasks – T, CT, P

 

1. Assist with grading and instruction for BMS 273 and/or BIO 350 microbiology labs, including, evaluate student laboratory reports, assist in preparation and implementation of laboratory practical exam, be present to assist with laboratory sessions. Supervise some laboratory sessions if comfortable along with perform demonstrations of techniques and give directions to students– C, L, CT
2. Distribute and collect laboratory session materials – C, TW
3. Maintain confidentiality, punctuality, and communication about schedule changes – P
4. Maintain appropriate attire and use of personal protective equipment – P
5. Perform general lab upkeep including cleaning, autoclaving waste, maintaining inventory, and retrieving deliveries – TW, P, C
6. Perform other duties as assigned by microbiology instructor – P, TW

Competencies/Skills: Communication (C), Teamwork (TW), Professionalism (P), Career & Self-Development (CSD), Critical Thinking (CT), Community Transformation (CTR), Leadership (L), Technology (T)

Education Requirements: Must be a current UPIKE student in good standing. Completion of BIO 350 with a grade of C or better is required.

Preferred Skills: Word, attention to detail, strong active listening abilities, public speaking, written & verbal communication, willingness to learn new things.

Work Schedule: T, R, hours vary depending on workload.

Work Conditions: Odors/Smoke, Machinery, Live microorganisms, flame, chemical agents

Physical Demands: Keyboarding, Reaching/Handling, Standing

Number of Positions: 1 - 2

Pay Rate: $10.50/hour

Location: Armington 111

To Apply: Complete application and upload resume.

Application Notes: Resumes and applications will be reviewed to determine if you meet the required qualifications for the position. If it is determined that you meet the required qualifications, your application materials will be used to identify a top group of the most highly qualified candidates. The University of Pikeville is an equal opportunity employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. The University of Pikeville does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age or disabilities in its programs, activities, hiring, or the admission of students.