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Position Details
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Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment welcoming to all individuals. We strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy (see Weber State University's Policy and Procedure Manual 3-32).
Position Information
Position Title
Chemistry and Biochemistry Lab Teaching Assistant
Requisition Number
H00064P
Position Category
Hourly/Work Study
Campus Location
Weber State University - Ogden, UT
Hours per week
Months per year
Alternate work schedule
Pay Grade
Salary
Hourly Pay Rate
$ 12.00
FLSA
Job Summary/Basic Function
Lab Teaching Assistant will be working in a Chemistry and Biochemistry lab with an instructor and coordinating assignments and lab experiments. Assist students during the lab, grading lab reports if needed for instructor. Must be consistent and reliable in attending to assigned duties.
Student TA’s may be needed in the following Chemistry and Biochemistry labs 1115, 1125, 1135, 1215, 1225, 2315, 2325, 3075 or higher level labs.
**This is a pooled position. Applicants are selected form the pool as positions become available. After a period of time the pool will expire and applicants will be notified.
Student TA’s may be needed in the following Chemistry and Biochemistry labs 1115, 1125, 1135, 1215, 1225, 2315, 2325, 3075 or higher level labs.
**This is a pooled position. Applicants are selected form the pool as positions become available. After a period of time the pool will expire and applicants will be notified.
Required Qualifications
Student at Weber State University.
Final Grade of “A” or “B” in chemistry courses and labs.
Excellent verbal communication skills. Ability to work well with others. Attention to details.
Final Grade of “A” or “B” in chemistry courses and labs.
Excellent verbal communication skills. Ability to work well with others. Attention to details.
Preferred Qualifications
Preference given to Chemistry and Biochemistry majors/or other related majors. Preference given to applicants who are Federal Work Study eligible.
Work Study eligible preferred. If you are unsure if you are eligible for the Federal Work Study Program, contact the Financial Aid office at 801-626-7569.
Work Study eligible preferred. If you are unsure if you are eligible for the Federal Work Study Program, contact the Financial Aid office at 801-626-7569.
Background Check?
No
Posting Detail Information
Job Open Date
10/07/2025
Review Date
10/09/2025
Job Close Date
10/07/2026
Open Until Filled
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting
https://jobs.weber.edu/postings/3655
Notes to Applicant
To apply, complete the online application and attach a resume, copy of your transcripts, and list of references.
If you are hired, please keep in mind that you will need to complete the appropriate payroll and HR documents prior to beginning work.
The screening of applicants will begin immediately.
Due to the Affordable Care Act (ACA), individuals who have worked in a salaried capacity for Weber State University are ineligible to be hired as an hourly or adjunct employee at Weber State for six months.
Work Study eligible preferred. If you are unsure if you are eligible for the Federal Work Study Program, contact the Financial Aid office at 801-626-7569.
**This is a pooled position. Applicants are selected form the pool as positions become available. After a period of time the pool will expire and applicants will be notified.
If you are hired, please keep in mind that you will need to complete the appropriate payroll and HR documents prior to beginning work.
The screening of applicants will begin immediately.
Due to the Affordable Care Act (ACA), individuals who have worked in a salaried capacity for Weber State University are ineligible to be hired as an hourly or adjunct employee at Weber State for six months.
Work Study eligible preferred. If you are unsure if you are eligible for the Federal Work Study Program, contact the Financial Aid office at 801-626-7569.
**This is a pooled position. Applicants are selected form the pool as positions become available. After a period of time the pool will expire and applicants will be notified.
ADA Essential Job Function
ADA Essential Job Function
Physical Activity of this position
Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction., Standing. Particularly for sustained periods of time. , Moving about to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another., Operate, activate, use, prepare, inspect, place, detect, or position. , Grasping. Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm. , Feeling. Perceiving attributes of objects, such as size, shape, temperature or texture by touching with skin, particularly that of fingertips. , Expressing or exchanging ideas. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important instructions to other workers accurately or quickly. , Ability to receive detailed information with or without assistance.
Physical Requirements of this position
Sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or consistently to move objects, including the human body. Sitting most of the time. Walking and standing only occasionally if ever., Light work. Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Use of arm and/or leg controls requiring exertion of forces greater than sedentary wo
Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision.
Required to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; using a computer terminal; extensive reading., Required to have visual acuity to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned (i.e., custodial, food services,) or to make general observations of facilities or structures (i.e., security guard, inspection).
The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position.
The worker is subject to both environmental conditions. Activities occur inside and outside. , The worker is subject to noise. There is sufficient noise to cause the worker to shout in order to be heard above ambient noise level., The worker is subject to hazards. Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, exposure to high heat or exposure to chemicals. , The worker is subject to atmospheric conditions. One or more of the following conditions that affect the respiratory system or the skin: fumes, odors, dust, mists, gases, or poor ventilation.
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