Biology Teaching Assistant Intern

 Biology Research Technician II

Division: CAS                                   Department: Biology                                  Experience: Intermediate

Job Code: NA                                   Supervisor of Student Employee(s): Byron Meade

Requested Start Date: 08/24/2026

Responsibilities and Career Competencies:

Support Principals of Biology I lecture by helping to preparing materials and grade student assessments. Ideal for students with a strong science background and attention to detail.

Responsibilities and Career Competencies:

1. Maintain confidentiality, be punctual, communicate changes in work schedule in advance, and wear appropriate attire – P
2. Provide clerical support, proofreading, photocopying, and filing; assist on additional projects – TW
3. Grade student quizzes and exams while maintaining confidentiality – C, P, CT
4. Prioritize responsibilities to meet deadlines – P, L
5. Communicate your skills and availability in your application letter – CSD
6. Perform other duties as determined by the supervisor – P, TW

Competencies/Skills: Communication (C), Teamwork (TW), Professionalism (P), Career & Self Development (CSD), Critical Thinking (CT), Community Transformation (CTR), Leadership (L), Technology (T)

Qualifications: Add qualifications needed to be successful in this position.

In the following sections check all boxes that apply to your job.

Computer Skills: ☒ Word, ☐ Excel, ☐ PowerPoint, ☐ Canva, ☐ Social Media & New Technology,                    ☐ Other: _________________________

Other Skills: ☒ Attention to detail, ☒ Strong active listening abilities, ☐ Public speaking,                ☒ Written & verbal communication, ☐ Customer focused, ☒ Willingness to learn new things

Work Schedule: ☐ Su ___ to ___; ☐ M ___ to ___; ☐ T ___ to ___; ☐ W ___ to ___; ☐ R ___ to ___;               ☐ F ___ to ___; ☐ Sa ___ to ___; ☒ Hours vary depending on workload (Check days that apply, insert hours if set, otherwise, check “Hours vary depending on workload”.)

Work Conditions: ☐ Heat, ☐ Cold, ☐ Odors/Smoke, ☐ Toxic Agents, ☐ Dust, ☐ Machinery,          ☐ Light Intensity, ☐ Noise, ☐ Vibrations, ☐ Wetness, ☐ Humidity, ☐ Electrical Currents,                ☐ Other: _________________________

Physical Demands: ☒ Keyboarding, ☐ Reaching/Handling, ☐ Stooping/Kneeling,                             ☐ Crouching/Crawling, ☐ Pushing up to ___ lbs., ☐ Pulling up to ___ lbs., ☐ Lifting up to ___ lbs.,     ☐ Carrying up to ___ lbs., ☐ Climbing, ☐ Balancing, ☐ Other: _________________________

Number of Positions: 1

Pay Rate: 10.50/hour

Location: Building: ARM, Room #: 107

Application Notes: Resumes and applications will be reviewed to determine if you meet the required qualifications for the position. If it is determined that you meet the required qualifications, your application materials will be used to identify a top group of the most highly qualified candidates. The University of Pikeville is an equal opportunity employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. The University of Pikeville does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age or disabilities in its programs, activities, hiring, or the admission of students.  #LI-DNI