Teaching Associate 3

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Job Posting Title:

Teaching Associate 3

   

Position Type:

Other Academic

   

Department:

LSUAM Science - BioS - Introduction to Biology (Christopher Stephen Gregg (00002971))

   

Work Location:

0103 Life Sciences Building

   

Pay Grade:

Other Academic

   

Job Description:

The Teaching Associate 3 candidate will provide teaching support for the laboratory courses offered primarily through the Introductory Biology Program in the Department of Biological Sciences. The person in this role will teach sections of laboratory courses taught through the Introductory Biology Program, prepare the materials for the course, and set up classrooms for each week’s experiments and laboratory exercises. This position reports to the Associate Chair for Introductory Biology.

Duties Include:
45% Teach up to four sections of laboratory courses offered through the Introductory Biology Program each fall, spring, and summer term.

45% Assist with the preparation of course materials and set up of laboratory classrooms each fall, spring, and summer term.

10% Assist with tasks for the laboratory courses determined by the Introductory Biology Laboratory Coordinators and the Associate Chair for Introductory Biology as needed.

Minimum Qualifications:
Master's degree in Biochemistry, Biological Sciences, Microbiology, or relate Life Sciences field.

3 years of related experience; experience gained in graduate program in biological sciences acceptable.

The following job competencies are required:

Beginner in being Familiar with basic biological sciences laboratory techniques.

Proficient in using MS Word, MS Excel, and MS Power Point.

   

Additional Job Description:

Special Instructions:

Please submit a current cv and contact information of 3 references. An official transcript showing highest degree obtained will be needed prior to hire.

   

Skills Needed:

   

Preferred Skills:

   

Posting Date:

July 24, 2026

   

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

November 11, 2026

  

Additional Position Information:

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

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Essential Position (Y/N):

   

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

   

All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university’s ability to employ individuals in certain positions.

   

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