Undergraduate Assistant

Assist faculty or other instructional staff in postsecondary institutions by performing instructional support activities, such as developing teaching materials, leading discussion groups, preparing and giving examinations, and grading examinations or papers.

Assist social scientists in laboratory, survey, and other social science research. May help prepare findings for publication and assist in laboratory analysis, quality control, or data management.

Perform routine administrative functions such as drafting correspondence, scheduling appointments, organizing and maintaining paper and electronic files, or providing information to callers.

Must have a working knowledge of standard safety procedures and policies of handling equipment and materials. Must have a working knowledge of wet chemistry, chromatography techniques, analytical balance, and microbalance use as well as general laboratory instrumentation. Bachelor’s degree in science is required. A major in chemistry and extensive lab experience is preferred. Analysis of specimens to check for the existence of specified chemicals. Follow all lab-quality assurance procedures and record any deviation from them. Keep a check on inventory levels of equipment and report any faulty equipment immediately.

Compete in athletic events.

Examine and validate data for accuracy and relevance utilizing varied statistical and analytical models. Liaise organization’s leadership to report and present data findings. Conduct research, collect, and analyze relevant information. Develop tools and protocols for collection of data to assure quality collection. Identify erroneous or questionable data via established and trusted protocols, methods, and procedures. Identify any problems with protocols and recommend course corrections.

Introduce, present, and guide respective students on individualized learning topics. Prepare and execute lesson plans, select appropriate textbooks/learning materials, craft corresponding student study guide/syllabus to teach and enrich learning on a specific topic. Understand and address all students' questions and particular learning needs. Provide students with personalized assistance to cultivate topic proficiency.