Student Teaching Assistant (TA) - Biology/Biochemistry (OSU-Cascade)

OSU Oregon State University • Bend, OR

3d • Onsite

About The Position

This recruitment will be used to fill 1–5 part-time Undergraduate Teaching Assistant positions in Biology and Biochemistry for the Bio & BMB Department at Oregon State University–Cascades. The TA supports faculty in creating an engaging and effective learning environment for undergraduate students. Under faculty supervision, the TA assists with course delivery, facilitates student learning, provides academic support, and helps manage course-related activities. The role offers students an opportunity to develop leadership, communication, teaching, and professional skills while contributing to the academic mission of OSU-Cascades.

Work consists of a mixture of classroom or laboratory support during scheduled class times and flexible out-of-class student support hours arranged on a termly basis. The anticipated start date is October 20, 2026. The posting does not specify a salary range or anticipated end date.

Requirements

• Be a current student in good academic standing.
• Successfully complete the course or subject area to be supported, or have equivalent experience.
• Have strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Be able to work independently and collaboratively with faculty and students.
• Demonstrate commitment to professionalism, inclusivity, and academic integrity.
• Be academically enrolled in a high school, community college, or university and pursuing a program or course of study.
• Meet academic standing requirements; students on academic suspension are not eligible for employment.
• Meet applicable minimum enrollment standards: high school students must be regularly enrolled in high school or participating in a home-schooling program; undergraduate and post-baccalaureate students must take 6 credit hours per term; undergraduate international students must take 12 credit hours per term; graduate students officially admitted to Graduate School must take 5 credit hours per term; and graduate international students officially admitted to Graduate School must take 9 credit hours per term. International students may carry fewer hours if OIS approves a reduced course load and it is provided to the Student Employment Center.

Nice To Haves

• Prior tutoring, mentoring, teaching, or leadership experience.
• Demonstrated proficiency in the relevant academic discipline.
• Familiarity with Canvas or other educational technologies.

Responsibilities

• Assist faculty with instructional activities and course administration.
• Facilitate discussions, review sessions, or laboratory exercises as assigned.
• Grade assignments, quizzes, and exams in accordance with faculty guidelines.
• Provide academic assistance to students during office hours or tutoring sessions.
• Monitor course communications and respond to routine student questions.
• Support the use of classroom and learning management technologies.
• Maintain confidentiality of student information and comply with university policies.
• Serve as a positive role model and resource for students.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed