Graduate Teaching Assistant

Frederick, Maryland • Frederick, MD

9d • $13,791 • Onsite

About The Position

Hood College's Department of Biology has three (3) Graduate Teaching Assistant positions available to begin August 1, 2026. Under the close supervision of the Biology Department Chair and the Biology Lab Supervisor, the Graduate Teaching Assistant will have a strong undergraduate record and an interest in pursuing research in cell biology, molecular biology, biochemistry, or environmental biology. Duties will include preparing and teaching laboratories and conducting research within the department. Before applying, candidates must be accepted into the Hood College Graduate School and will enroll in the Biomedical Science or Environmental Biology M.S. program. Students will receive a stipend and waiver of graduate course tuition. Essential Duties include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• Before applying, candidates must be accepted into the Hood College Graduate School and will enroll in the Biomedical Science or Environmental Biology M.S. program.
• Successful candidates will have a strong undergraduate record and an interest in pursuing research in cell biology, molecular biology, biochemistry, bioinformatics or environmental biology.
• Ability to calculate and prepare solutions for laboratory use and familiar with standard laboratory equipment required.
• Bachelors degree in biology or related discipline
• Must be accepted into either the M.S. in Biomedical Science or M.S. in Environmental Biology program

Nice To Haves

• Strong undergraduate record and an interest in pursuing research in cell biology, molecular biology, biochemistry, bioinformatics or environmental biology.
• Ability to calculate and prepare solutions for laboratory use and familiar with standard laboratory equipment required.
• Proficient in MS Office tools (Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), e-mail and Internet.
• Ability to learn new applications quickly including organization-wide information systems and department-specific software applications.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to effectively provide information and positively respond to questions from both external and internal customers both in person and by phone.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Proficient with statistical and financial concepts.
• Must have the ability to apply those concepts to tracking, projections, goal setting and interpreting reports.
• Must be able to draw conclusions from reports and make cost effective decisions regarding programs.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a number of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a group in developing and executing project plans.
• Ability to work in theoretical arena and apply logic as appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Teach up to six contact hours in the department each academic year.
• Plan units and resource materials as assigned, instruct, monitor and evaluate student progress using a variety of teaching strategies.
• Prepare solutions and other materials for use in laboratories.
• Set-up, adjust and operate laboratory equipment and instrumentation as required.
• Assist with routine equipment maintenance and repair.
• Drive college vehicles for department field trips.
• Assist with annual inventory of supplies, including chemicals, glassware, and plasticware.
• Maintain department records.

Benefits

• Students will receive a stipend and waiver of graduate course tuition.
• The compensation for Graduate Teaching Assistants positions consists of a $13,791 annual stipend and a tuition waiver.
• This part-time position is not benefits-eligible except for paid Maryland sick leave.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level