Chemistry Department Teaching Assistant – Fall 2026

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University of Kentucky is hiring a Chemistry Department Teaching Assistant – Fall 2026. The position involves guiding students through multiple sections of lower-level chemistry labs, primarily the General Chemistry laboratory, and requires a commitment of about 20 hours per week for a full semester. Teaching Assistants must complete safety and professional development training, assist in lab preparation, instruction, grading, and maintain student records under supervision.

Highlights

Guide and instruct students in multiple sections of General Chemistry laboratory courses.
Complete university-wide TA orientation, department orientation, and mandatory Environmental Health & Safety training courses.
Attend weekly TA/ULA meetings and participate in professional development activities, including observations and evaluations.
Manage laboratory safety, preparation, and cleanup before, during, and after classes.
Provide pre-lab directions, assist with experiments, answer student questions, and hold three weekly office hours.
Grade and evaluate student work consistently using provided rubrics, with final grades overseen by Academic Coordinators.
Maintain and retain student coursework records via Learning Management System and hard copies.
Receive a stipend, tuition scholarship, and student health plan coverage provided by the UK Graduate School/College of Arts & Sciences.
Must be a current University of Kentucky graduate student in good standing with at least a 3.0 GPA and completed key chemistry courses with a grade of B or higher, preferably A.
Physical requirements include standing for about 3 hours and handling light-weight objects; work schedules set Monday through Friday vary by course and section.

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Job Title	Chemistry Department Teaching Assistant – Fall 2026
Requisition Number	DU14551
Department Name	8E030:Chemistry
Work Location	Lexington, KY
Salary Range	(Determined by the college/university)
Type of Position	Student
Position Time Status	Part-Time
Required Education	Qualified applicants must be a current UK graduate student in good standing with the Graduate School; have a 3.0 GPA; have taken General Chemistry with Lab and Organic Chemistry with Lab (CHE 105, 107, 111, and 113 or equivalents); and made a “B” or better in these courses. Preference is given to students with an “A” in these courses.
Required Related Experience	N/A
Required License/Registration/Certification	N/A
Physical Requirements	Lifting and/or carrying light-weight objects; standing for approximately 3 hours at a time.
Shift	Monday through Friday. Exact schedule varies according to course, section(s), schedule, and other factors. Please refer to the course catalog for listing of potential shifts. Assignments, schedules, and shifts are finalized by the Academic (Lab) Coordinator.
Job Summary	The Department of Chemistry is seeking talented and highly motivated graduate students to fill positions as Out-of-Department Teaching Assistants (OODs). OODs guide students in chemistry courses to a deeper comprehension of material which the OODs themselves are expected to understand. They are to maintain the utmost standard of responsibility, integrity, and professionalism while in this position. OODs in the Chemistry Department are assigned to teach multiple course sections of a lower level lab, typically the General Chemistry laboratory (3 sections of CHE 111 or 2 sections of 113), as determined by the Academic Coordinator (laboratory supervisor). Assistantships are dependent upon availability of all teaching and instructional assistants. This position requires a full semester commitment of approximately 20 hours per week and includes the following duties, expectations, and requirements: Completion of The Graduate School’s university-wide TA Orientation including micro-teaching, ITA Language screening (where applicable), etc. The department’s orientation activities. The following UK Environmental Health & Safety Training courses with record of completion provided to the Academic Coordinator before the first day of classes. Training must have been completed within the past nine months and be valid through the end of the semester. Chemical Hygiene Plan / Laboratory Safety or the Annual Refresher Hazardous Waste, specific Chemical Fume Hood Fire Extinguisher Training Emergency Eyewash and Safety Shower Station Use & Inspection Attendance and participation in weekly TA/ULA meetings. Laboratory preparation, clean-up, and safety management before, during, and after class. Instruction and monitoring of a maximum of 24 students per section, under the supervision of the Academic Coordinator(s), in the following capacities: Pre-lab directions Assistance with experiments Answering questions, providing feedback, and other correspondence in-person and online via email, the course discussion site, Piazza, or other methods Three office hours per week in the General Chemistry Learning Center Proctoring Grade and evaluate student work according to rubrics. Specific training on the use of the grading rubrics is provided during orientation and during the weekly meetings to ensure all sections are evaluated consistently. Academic Coordinator(s) spot-check grades, resolve any discrepancies or disputes, and determine all final grades. Records maintenance and retention of student coursework via the course Learning Management site as well as hard copies. Participation in professional development included in but not limited to orientation, weekly meetings, formal in-lab observations and end-of-semester evaluations conducted by the Academic Coordinator (or delegate), and with any activities throughout the assignment in which there are discussions of appropriate behaviors befitting a professional in an academic setting. Other duties as assigned within the scope of the position. Students may not exceed 20 hours per week during the academic year for all assignments across campus. OODs receive a stipend, a tuition scholarship provided by the UK Graduate School/College of Arts & Sciences, and Student Health Plan Coverage provided by the Graduate School/College of Arts & Sciences. For more information on tuition scholarships, please visit: https://gradschool.uky.edu/tuition-scholarship-information. For more information on health plan coverage, please visit https://gradschool.uky.edu/health-plan.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?	No
Preferred Education/Experience
Deadline to Apply	09/30/2026
Our University Community	We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

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Job Title	Chemistry Department Teaching Assistant – Fall 2026
Requisition Number	DU14551
Department Name	8E030:Chemistry
Work Location	Lexington, KY
Salary Range	(Determined by the college/university)
Type of Position	Student
Position Time Status	Part-Time
Required Education	Qualified applicants must be a current UK graduate student in good standing with the Graduate School; have a 3.0 GPA; have taken General Chemistry with Lab and Organic Chemistry with Lab (CHE 105, 107, 111, and 113 or equivalents); and made a “B” or better in these courses. Preference is given to students with an “A” in these courses.
Required Related Experience	N/A
Required License/Registration/Certification	N/A
Physical Requirements	Lifting and/or carrying light-weight objects; standing for approximately 3 hours at a time.
Shift	Monday through Friday. Exact schedule varies according to course, section(s), schedule, and other factors. Please refer to the course catalog for listing of potential shifts. Assignments, schedules, and shifts are finalized by the Academic (Lab) Coordinator.
Job Summary	The Department of Chemistry is seeking talented and highly motivated graduate students to fill positions as Out-of-Department Teaching Assistants (OODs). OODs guide students in chemistry courses to a deeper comprehension of material which the OODs themselves are expected to understand. They are to maintain the utmost standard of responsibility, integrity, and professionalism while in this position. OODs in the Chemistry Department are assigned to teach multiple course sections of a lower level lab, typically the General Chemistry laboratory (3 sections of CHE 111 or 2 sections of 113), as determined by the Academic Coordinator (laboratory supervisor). Assistantships are dependent upon availability of all teaching and instructional assistants. This position requires a full semester commitment of approximately 20 hours per week and includes the following duties, expectations, and requirements: Completion of The Graduate School’s university-wide TA Orientation including micro-teaching, ITA Language screening (where applicable), etc. The department’s orientation activities. The following UK Environmental Health & Safety Training courses with record of completion provided to the Academic Coordinator before the first day of classes. Training must have been completed within the past nine months and be valid through the end of the semester. Chemical Hygiene Plan / Laboratory Safety or the Annual Refresher Hazardous Waste, specific Chemical Fume Hood Fire Extinguisher Training Emergency Eyewash and Safety Shower Station Use & Inspection Attendance and participation in weekly TA/ULA meetings. Laboratory preparation, clean-up, and safety management before, during, and after class. Instruction and monitoring of a maximum of 24 students per section, under the supervision of the Academic Coordinator(s), in the following capacities: Pre-lab directions Assistance with experiments Answering questions, providing feedback, and other correspondence in-person and online via email, the course discussion site, Piazza, or other methods Three office hours per week in the General Chemistry Learning Center Proctoring Grade and evaluate student work according to rubrics. Specific training on the use of the grading rubrics is provided during orientation and during the weekly meetings to ensure all sections are evaluated consistently. Academic Coordinator(s) spot-check grades, resolve any discrepancies or disputes, and determine all final grades. Records maintenance and retention of student coursework via the course Learning Management site as well as hard copies. Participation in professional development included in but not limited to orientation, weekly meetings, formal in-lab observations and end-of-semester evaluations conducted by the Academic Coordinator (or delegate), and with any activities throughout the assignment in which there are discussions of appropriate behaviors befitting a professional in an academic setting. Other duties as assigned within the scope of the position. Students may not exceed 20 hours per week during the academic year for all assignments across campus. OODs receive a stipend, a tuition scholarship provided by the UK Graduate School/College of Arts & Sciences, and Student Health Plan Coverage provided by the Graduate School/College of Arts & Sciences. For more information on tuition scholarships, please visit: https://gradschool.uky.edu/tuition-scholarship-information. For more information on health plan coverage, please visit https://gradschool.uky.edu/health-plan.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?	No
Preferred Education/Experience
Deadline to Apply	09/30/2026
Our University Community	We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* Are you a current UK Graduate Student in good standing with the Graduate School?
- Yes
- No
* Why are you interested in this position?
(Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents

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Resume
Academic Transcript

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Chemistry Department Teaching Assistant – Fall 2026

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