Course Assistant FRNSC Academic year 2026

Forensic Science Program Course Assistant

The Forensic Science program seeks to hire part-time Course Assistants for the 2026/2027 academic year for FRNSC 100 – Introduction to Forensic Science.

Successful candidates will be expected to perform the following duties:

• Grade submitted assignments, including (but not limited to) case notes homework, quizzes, exam, professional profiles, and/or extra credit
• Interact with students via email and chatroom to facilitate understanding of course material and scientific concepts
• Transcribe/caption lectures, videos, and/or other recordings for ADA compliance
• Attend a weekly meeting with their supervisor
• Other duties as assigned by the instructor

Applicants must have successfully completed FRNSC 100. Successful completion of FRNSC 210 is preferred, but not required. Preference will be given to Forensic Science majors.

Applications will be received on an ongoing basis and reviewed as the need arises. Hours, wages, and anticipated period of employment will vary.

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters.

The ASR is available for review here.

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