CHEM Teaching Assistant, Chemistry & Biochemistry

Job Summary

The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry invites applications for Teaching Assistants (TAs) for Fall 2026. There are openings for assisting CHEM 254 lab sections. Applicants must be pursuing an interest in the sciences in order to be considered (pursuing a major in chemistry or biochemistry is preferred, but not required). Chemistry & Biochemistry TAs will get the opportunity to develop their understanding of the materials at hand, gain further knowledge of topics that they previously learned, develop a professional relationship with new students, and develop their skills as educators.

5-7 hour/week commitment.

• Prior knowledge and reasonable mastery of CHEM 254 material.
• Availability to attend TA meetings on a weekly basis.
• Assisting students in lab with relevant techniques and processes.
• Assisting with the preparation of laboratory reagents and supplies.

Applicants must complete all of the “Availability” section of the application to be considered. Applications will be accepted until all positions are filled.

You must be an enrolled student at Oberlin College & Conservatory to qualify. In order to be considered, you must have earned a passing grade in CHEM 254.

$13.00-$13.75 per hour, depending on prior TA work experience in the department.

Questions may be directed to Dr. Cristinel Miinea (cmiinea) or Prof. Jason Belitsky (jbelitsk).

Applicants must complete all of the “Availability” section of the application to be considered. Applications will be accepted until all positions are filled.

Submit required documents (details not specified).

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