Part-Time Course Assistant

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Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

The Forensic Science program seeks to hire part-time FRNSC 411 Course Assistants for the 2025/2026 academic year. The successful candidates will be expected to perform the following duties:

• Interact with students and facilitate learning of laboratory concepts

• Prepare and provide laboratory demonstrations, reference samples, mock case evidence, reagents, solutions, equipment, and supplies to students

• Track, order, store and maintain equipment and supplies

• Assist with creation, assessment, and grading of lab practicums, lab exercises, lab notebooks, case folders, and mock crime scenes

• Maintain course attendance and laboratory entrance logs

• Proctor written examinations and lab practicums

• Monitor laboratory environment for safety and health issues

• Monitor students and their course progress while in the laboratory

• Other duties as assigned by instructor and laboratory coordinator.

Applicants must be Forensic Science majors and successfully completed FRNSC 411. Applications will be received on an on-going basis and reviewed as need arises. Hours, wages, and anticipated period of employment will vary.

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CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS:

University Park, PA