Teaching Assistant - S3D - School of Computer Science

Carnegie Mellon University • Pittsburgh, PA

1d

About The Position

Carnegie Mellon University is a private, global research university that challenges the curious and hardworking to deliver work that matters. Our extraordinary institution has distinctive areas of excellence and a culture marked by ambition and a deep, practical engagement with challenges facing society. We continue to produce versatile alumni and draw faculty and staff eager to be a part of the university’s creative, dedicated and close-knit community. We place emphasis on practical problem solving, interdisciplinary learning, a transformative spirit, and collaboration. The Software and Societal Systems (S3D) department within the School of Computer Science explores the vital intersection of the confluence of software, systems and society to understand how computational biology might better serve humanity. We are studying the bigger picture of computing in context in order to develop tools, policies, methods, and much more – all in the same making the world a safer, more equitable, better place to call home. We are looking for a Teaching Assistant to assist faculty members with classroom instruction, exams, record keeping and project support for our S3D department. Core Responsibilities Include: Help faculty members with classroom teaching and instruction Obtaining materials needed for classes, including texts Office hours for students Recitation Proctoring exams Attending lectures Other duties as assigned Flexibility, excellence, and passion are vital qualities within the School of Computer Science. Inclusion, collaboration and cultural sensitivity are valued competencies at CMU. Therefore, we are in search of a team member who is able to effectively interact with a varied population of internal and external partners at a high level of integrity. We are looking for someone who shares our values and who will support the mission of the university through their work.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree
• Experience in academic environments within higher education
• Experience in a master's degree program
• Experience with research
• A combination of education and relevant experience from which comparable knowledge is demonstrated may be considered.
• Successful background check investigation

Nice To Haves

• Master's Preferred

Responsibilities

• Help faculty members with classroom teaching and instruction
• Obtaining materials needed for classes, including texts
• Office hours for students
• Recitation
• Proctoring exams
• Attending lectures
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Benefits eligible employees enjoy a wide array of benefits including comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous retirement savings program with employer contributions.
• Unlock your potential with tuition benefits, take well-deserved breaks with ample paid time off and observed holidays, and rest easy with life and accidental death and disability insurance.
• Additional perks include a free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass, access to our Family Concierge Team to help navigate childcare needs, fitness center access, and much more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees