Graduate Research Assistant-5
Little Rock, AR 
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Posted 16 days ago
Job Description
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NoInstitution Name: University of Arkansas at Little Rock

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible, quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock, we prepare our more than 8,900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission, UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rock's thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and state's growing profile as a regional leader in research, technology transfer, economic development, and job creation.

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Summary of Job Duties:The Chemistry Department at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock is seeking a 9-month Graduate Teaching Assistant. The Graduate Teaching Assistant will be assigned to teach courses/laboratories in the Chemistry Program as a condition of your assistantship. The details of this task will be provided to you by the Chemistry Program. The remainder of your time is devoted to academics and your thesis/dissertation research. This position is governed by state and federal laws, and agency/institution policy.Qualifications:

Required Education and/or Experience:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry from an accredited institution of higher education;
  • Cumulative grade point average (GPA) of at least 3.0 (4.0 scale);
  • Regular admission to a UA Little Rock graduate degree program or good standing with the UA Little Rock Graduate School for continuing graduate students;
  • Ability to work the required hours (FT-50% - 20 hours per week/PT-25% - 10 hours per week) with regular attendance.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Tutoring undergraduate students;
  • Run, manage, and teach undergraduate freshman, analytical, organic or other labs as assigned Grading of the lab reports, quizzes, and exams as assigned;
  • Prepare lab reagents and maintain safety protocols during the lab and after;
  • Manage lab waste and cleanliness of the lab;
  • Proctoring exams or quizzes.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Chemistry major with GPA at least 3.5 (4.0 scale);
  • Coursework of the four sub-disciplines of chemistry (Analytical, Physical, Inorganic, and Organic);
  • Proof of English proficiency.


Additional Information:


Salary Information:

1500 per month


Required Documents to Apply:

Resume


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Special Instructions to Applicants:


Recruitment Contact Information:

Brian Butler bsbutler2@ualr.edu
Graduate Student Support Specialist


All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:No Background Check Required

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity:Hearing, Lifting, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Sitting, Standing, Talking, WalkingFrequent Physical Activity:Crouching, Grasping, Lifting, Pushing, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Sitting, Standing, Talking, WalkingOccasional Physical Activity:Hearing, Lifting, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Sitting, Standing, Talking, WalkingBenefits Eligible:No
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The university welcomes applications without regard to age, race, gender (including pregnancy), national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sexual orientation or gender identity. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All applicant information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

 

Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
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