Graduate Nutrition Lab TA — Teaching & Research Support

Graduate Nutrition Laboratory/Teaching Assistant Please see Special Instructions for more details.

None.

Position Information

Position Title

Position Title Graduate Nutrition Laboratory/Teaching Assistant

Academic Year

Academic Year

UIW Mission

University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good.

Position Summary

The Nutrition Program at the University of the Incarnate Word is seeking graduate students to apply for the Graduate Laboratory/Teaching Assistant (TA). The Graduate Laboratory/Teaching Assistant (TA) in the Nutrition Program is responsible for the supervision of all laboratory (Food Laboratory and Nutrition Laboratory) activities and assists in teaching specific Nutrition courses. The Nutrition Program has multiple TA positions therefore teamwork and communication are essential attributes for the position.

The Graduate Laboratory/Teaching Assistant reports to the Nutrition Department Chair.

This is a student position open to current UIW graduate students.

Essential Functions

• Maintain a safe, instructive atmosphere in the laboratory and follow instructions given by the course professor;
• Procure materials for the Nutrition and Food labs;
• Set up lab, assist during lab, and take-down lab;
• Store materials after labs;
• Ensure that all the materials are stored properly and areas are clean before leaving the laboratory;
• Grade lab reports and assignments as assigned by professors/instructors;
• Assist professors/instructors in other functions such as proctoring exams, tutoring students, and working on special projects (related to research or UIW events);
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Knowledge

Skills and Abilities

• Organizational and managerial skills;
• Knowledge of materials and laboratory content/protocols;
• Communication skills with a teamwork approach;
• Critical thinking/scientific writing skills;
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures;
• Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA .

Required Education

Current UIW student enrolled in the Nutrition graduate program in good academic standing with the University and enrolled in at least six hours in the semester in which the appointment occurs.

Required Work Experience

Completion of some of the Didactic Program in Dietetics ( DPD ) courses.

Preferred Qualifications

Completion of 6 hours of graduate work.

Required Certifications, Licenses or Registrations

None specified.

Work Hours

• GA’s are anticipated to work schedule assigned by the professor/instructor – 10 hours per week; 150 hours per semester;
• Students are expected to meet with the faculty member(s) at least once a week;
• Students are expected to start work one week prior to the start of classes and work the week after final examinations each semester.

Physical Demands

Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 25 pounds.

Posting Number

Posting Number STU
1655PO

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 3

Job Type

Job Type Part Time

Job Category

Job Category Students

Desired Start Date

Desired Start Date 08/01/2026

Multi-Hire Pool Yes

Position End Date (if temporary)

Reports to

Open Date

Open Date 07/20/2026

Close Date

Close Date 05/15/2027

Open Until Filled No

Special Instructions to Applicant

None.

EOE

UIW is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).

Required Documents

• Resume
• Unofficial Transcripts 1
• Letter of Recommendation 1
• Student Class Schedule

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• Other Document

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Are you a current UIW graduate or doctoral student in good academic standing?
  • Yes, I am a current UIW graduate student
  • Yes, I am a current UIW doctoral student
  • No
• * Please list the Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD) courses you have completed.