Reader in Chemical and Materials Engineering: Summer ; Anticipated

Position Overview

Position title: Reader

Salary range: See Table 18 for the salary range. Reasonable estimate $21.22 - $22.14 per hour.

Anticipated start:

• Summer Session A: 5/26/2026 - 7/2/2026
• Summer Session B: 6/22/2026 - 8/14/2026
• Summer Session C: 7/6/2026 - 8/14/2026
• Summer Session D: 5/26/2026 - 8/14/2026

Position duration: Through Summer Session 2026

Open date: March 18, 2026

Most recent review date: Wednesday, Apr 15, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time). Applications received after this date will be reviewed if the position has not yet been filled.

Final date: Saturday, Aug 15, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time). Applications will continue to be accepted until this date; those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

The Chemical and Materials Engineering department is hiring Readers for the following courses in Summer 2026:

• ENGR 45:
  Introduction to Materials
• Other courses as needed

Applicants should refer to the course catalog for descriptions.

The Reader will be responsible for grading homework, quizzes, and exams under the supervisor of the instructor. The position requires up to 18 hours per week.

Readers are represented by UAW‑AFL‑CIO.

Basic qualifications:

• Successfully completed the course or a related course with a grade of "B" or higher and be in good standing at the University with a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0.

• Readers are usually graduate students; qualified undergraduate students may be employed when graduate students are not available.

• Professional readers not enrolled as students may be employed on an hourly basis to meet special needs.

Document requirements:

• Curriculum Vitae/Resume – Most recently updated.

• Cover Letter – Identify the course(s) you are interested in.

• Unofficial Transcript – Confirm completed course with a grade of "B" or higher; include GPA and standing.

• Authorization to Release Information Form – Disclose any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining misconduct. The required form is available for download; complete, sign, and upload.

Apply link: JPF
02095

Merced, CA

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other status under state or federal law.