PhD Candidate TA - NSC 5661

This person will act as a teaching assistant in the course NSC 5661 Systems Neuroscience. This job would be in addition to the normal employment and academic requirements of the student’s graduate program. 

Employment in this position would not reduce the work required as part of the graduate program.
 

Job Responsibilities:

Lecture Attendance/Zoom and Recording Monitoring - Hours per Week 2.5

Weekly Review/Office Hours (Group) - Hours per Week 1

Discussion Paper Prep and/or Review - Hours per Week .5

Consultation with Lecturers on Worksheets/Quizzes/Exams - Hours per Week .5

Course Communication - Hours per Week .5

The effort dedicated to each of these is intended as an estimate and may vary depending on the
week but would not exceed the 5 hrs/wk

Required Qualifications:
● Current PhD candidate (must have advanced to candidacy by passing preliminary exams)
● Good academic standing
● Must have taken NSC 5661 and received a grade of A- or better
● Must be in the Graduate Program in Neuroscience
● Must be organized, accurate, and detail-oriented
● Skilled at identifying gaps in understanding and tailoring explanations to bridge them effectively
● Good communication and presentation skills
● Proficient in Microsoft Office tools (Word, Powerpoint), Google Suite (Drive, Docs, Sheets, Slides) and Zoom
● Must be able to attend all in person classes MoWeFr 10:10AM - 11:00AM

Preferred Qualification:
● Experience using Canvas and Kaltura
● Independent, self-directed worker.

The Department of Neuroscience is committed to providing excellence in research, education, and public service. The Department of Neuroscience is part of the University of Minnesota's Medical School . The Medical School and related healthcare professional schools are grouped under the Academic Health Center .

The Mission of the Department of Neuroscience

Enhance the understanding and appreciation of neuroscience by the people of Minnesota.  

Pay Range: $27.95

Please visit the Office of Student Health Benefits website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.
 

Student workers are eligible to participate in the Student Health Benefit Plan, if they maintain 6 or more eligible course credits within a given semester. The same applies for Undergraduate Students, Graduate Assistants, Residents, Fellows and Interns.

Student positions are a form of financial support while pursuing an education at the University of Minnesota.

Applications must be submitted online.  To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions.  You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.

How to apply:
Applications will be accepted through July 25, 2025. Application materials need to be submitted online in PDF format with the applicant’s last name in the PDF title; applications cannot be considered until all of the following materials have been uploaded:

● Cover letter describing why this position interests you.
● Resume detailing prior work experience.
● Unofficial transcript from graduate work

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