Student Employment

Responsibilities: The teaching assistants for BIOL BC1502 Introduction to Cellular & Molecular Biology will assist Professor Jon Snow with instruction of this course for the Spring 2022 semester. Assistants must be former students in the course. Applicants should demonstrate enthusiasm for biology and a strong desire to teach younger students and help them succeed in this fundamental course for the major. This course will be offered Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 9:00–9:50 am.

This is a great way to meet fellow STEM students and get them excited about biology. If you are someone who is passionate about peer-to-peer mentorship and cultivating a sense of belonging in the scientific community, we strongly encourage you to apply!

All questions regarding employment eligibility and expectations should be directed to Professor Jon Snow (jsnow@barnard.edu) 

Requirements: TAs must be able to offer at least two office hours per week where they'll be paired with senior TAs if they are TAing the course for the first time. They are also required to sit in (in person) during the lecture in order to assist Professor Snow in handling course management and content questions. TAs will also be in charge of assisting the course Staff Assistant, Abby Gutierrez, in managing a shared course email address in order to answer course content related questions.

BarnardWorks Job ID: 12194 (8 positions)

Responsibilities: Lab TAs will work in-person to provide critical assistance to the main lab instructors during each 3-hr lab period for the Spring Semester of 2022. Lab TAs are invaluable resources for assisting students with lab activities/lessons, worksheets, and experiments. Lab TAs will also have the opportunity to work in collaboration with the Science Writing Fellows to help students with their lab reports -- this work takes place outside of the normal lab period and is optional for TAs to sign-up to participate in. 

Lab TAs are enthusiastic about mentoring younger students just beginning their biology journey, and seek to be role models who encourage curiosity, critical thinking, and creativity in their peers. The ideal TA is supportive, patient, and kind, and wants their peers to succeed in this foundational course for the major and pre-health tracks. Applications will start to be reviewed Dec. 15, 2021 and positions will remain open until filled.

Requirements: Applicants should have earned a B or better in both BC1501 Introductory Lab in Organismal and Evolutionary Biology and BC1503 Introductory Lab in Cell and Molecular Biology. In addition to assisting the lab instructors during a 3-hr lab period, Lab TAs are expected to prepare for each lab on their own time (~1 hr per week, which is unpaid prep-work). The maximum period of time a student can work in this position is 4 semesters. This criterion enables the Biology Department to increase its opportunities for students to work as teaching assistants for Intro Biology Labs.

All questions regarding employment eligibility and expectations should be directed to Senior Associate Lab Director James Casey (jcasey@barnard.edu).

BarnardWorks Job ID: 7926 (Up to 14 positions)

Responsibilities: Lab assistants are an integral part of operating Barnard's Introductory Biology Labs. Lab Assistants will work in-person (Altschul Hall) to help complete such work as setting up and breaking down lab materials, cleaning lab materials (instruments, beakers, lab benches, etc.), labeling labware, preparing and distributing solutions, testing experiments/assays, and light office work (photocopying, data entry, etc.). Lab assistants are enthusiastic about working with the biology department and in a laboratory setting. The ideal lab assistant is organized diligent, efficient, patient, and kind. Applications will start to be reviewed Dec. 15, 2021, and positions will remain open until filled.

Requirements: Daily and weekly instructions will be provided, so no experience is necessary. However, a strong work ethic and sense of responsibility are required for the position. A minimum of 2 work hours per week is required of all lab assistants. Available work shifts are listed on the application form below, but there is some flexibility in scheduling specific start and end times of some shifts. 

All questions regarding employment eligibility and expectations should be directed to Senior Associate Lab Director James Casey (jcasey@barnard.edu).

BarnardWorks Job ID: 4462 (Up to 10 positions)

Enthusiastic teaching assistants eager to help their peers succeed in biology are needed for the following courses. Depending on the role requirements, TAs will offer weekly office hours and/or give feedback on assignments each week under the guidance of the professor teaching the course. In some cases, TAs are expected to stay during the lecture period to answer student questions. Full descriptions for each position are provided below. Course-specific questions should be addressed to the appropriate faculty member listed below. 

• BIOL BC2100 Molecular & Mendelian Genetics (5 positions)
• BIOL BC3352 Development (2 positions)
• BIOL BC3360 Physiology (2 positions)

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Responsibilities: The teaching assistants for BIOL BC2100 Molecular and Mendelian Genetics will assist Professor Brian Morton with instruction of this course for the Spring 2022 semester. The ideal teaching assistant is reliable and dedicated to helping their peers succeed in this lecture course, which will meet TTH 10:10–11:25 am (TAs are not expected to attend the lecture). This is a great way to meet fellow STEM students and get them excited about genetics. If you are someone who is passionate about peer-to-peer mentorship and cultivating a sense of belonging in the scientific community, we strongly encourage you to apply!

Questions about applying can be directed to Professor Brian Morton (bmorton@barnard.edu).

Requirements: TAs will hold office hours and review sessions where they will guide currently enrolled students with problem sets and course content, in addition to mentoring students on the best study strategies for success in this fundamental course for the major.

BarnardWorks Job ID: 11295 (5 positions)

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Responsibilities: The teaching assistants for BIOL BC3352 Development will assist Professor Rishita Shah with instruction of this course for the Spring 2022 semester. The ideal teaching assistant is reliable and dedicated to helping their peers succeed in this upper-level lecture course, which will meet TTH 10:10 – 11:25 am. TAs are expected to attend the lecture if possible, though up to two TAs will be hired and one may be exempt from attending the lecture if it does not work with their schedule. In order to TA this course, the assistant must have taken BIOL BC3352 Development prior. This is a great way to meet fellow STEM students and get them excited about developmental biology! If you are someone who is passionate about peer-to-peer mentorship and helping your peers cultivate strong biology study skills that will help them succeed, we strongly encourage you to apply!

Questions about applying can be directed to Professor Rishita Shah (rshah@barnard.edu).

Requirements: At least one of the two TAs hired must attend lecture in person (preference for both TAs to sit-in during the lecture) and will help with in-class discussions. TAs will hold review sessions before exams where they will guide currently enrolled students with course content in addition to mentoring students on the best study strategies for success in this course. Preference will be given for TAs who can additionally hold 1–2 weekly office hours, though this is not required. TAs will also assist Professor Shah with providing feedback on assignments. TAs are expected to maintain the course content fresh in their minds, especially if they will not attend the lecture classes.

BarnardWorks Job ID: 9161 (2 positions)

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Responsibilities: The teaching assistants for BIOL BC3360 Physiology will assist Professor John Glendinning with instruction of this course for the Spring 2022 semester. The ideal teaching assistant is reliable and dedicated to helping their peers succeed in this upper-level lecture course, which will meet TTH 11:40 am – 12:55 pm (TAs are not expected to attend the lecture). In order to TA this course, the assistant must have taken BIOL BC3360 Physiology prior and earned a grade of B or better. This is a great way to meet fellow STEM students and get them excited about physiology! If you are someone who is passionate about peer-to-peer mentorship and helping your peers cultivate strong biology study skills that will help them succeed, we strongly encourage you to apply!

Questions about applying can be directed to Professor John Glendinning (jglendin@barnard.edu).

Requirements: TAs will hold at minimum two weekly office hours where they will guide currently enrolled students with course content in addition to mentoring students on the best study strategies for success in this course. They will also assist Professor Glendinning with providing feedback on assignments. TAs are expected to maintain the course content fresh in their minds, though they will not be expected to attend the lecture classes.

BarnardWorks Job ID: 9159 (2 positions)

Enthusiastic teaching assistants eager to help their peers succeed in biology are needed for the following courses. Depending on the role requirements, TAs will prepare the lab space each week under the guidance of the professor teaching the course. In some cases, TAs are expected to stay during the lab period to answer student questions. Full descriptions for each position are provided below. Course-specific questions should be addressed to the appropriate faculty member listed below. 

• BIOL BC3321 Lab in Microbiology (1 position)
• BIOL BC3363 Lab in Molecular & Cellular Neuroscience (1 position)

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Responsibilities: The teaching assistant for BIOL BC3321 Lab in Microbiology will assist Professor Gabrielle Corradino with instruction of this course for the Spring 2022 semester. The ideal assistant takes direction well, a self-starter, and passionate about helping their peers succeed in this upper-level lab course. They should have received a grade of B or better in the pre-requisite Microbiology lecture course. Though a student does not need to have taken this lab course prior, a foundation in experimental design and strong science communication skills are expected in order to best assist your peers. This can be from preparation in prior lab courses and/or research in a lab. Some molecular or microbial experience is desired, but not expected as you will primarily be providing technical assistance and setting up reagents, equipment, and other materials in advance of the following week's lab. This is an excellent opportunity to meet fellow biologists and further hone your own skills in optimal lab practices. This course will be offered Thursdays from 1:10–6:00 pm.

All interested students are strongly encouraged to apply! Questions about the course and applying should be directed to Professor Gabrielle Corradino (gcorradi@barnard.edu). 

Requirements: The TA must be present during the lab section in addition to setting up materials ahead of class time and breaking them down since the classroom will be shared by a different course on Tuesdays, as discussed with Professor Corradino. Other duties may include assisting students with written reports, gaining access to electronic resources, and literature searches. A strong work ethic, reliability, and attention to detail are a must.

BarnardWorks Job ID: 9163 (1 position)

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Responsibilities:  The teaching assistant for BIOL BC3363 Lab in Molecular and Cellular Neuroscience will assist Professor Liz Bauer in instruction of this course on campus for the Spring 2022 semester. The ideal teaching assistant is reliable and hardworking and committed to helping this course succeed by assisting Professor Bauer with the setup and breakdown of the materials needed for lab each week. Though a student does not need to have taken this lab course prior in order to TA, a foundation in experimental design and strong science communication skills are expected in order to best assist your peers. This can be from preparation in prior lab courses and/or research in a lab. This course will be offered Thursdays from 1:10–6:00 pm. Students do not need to be present during class time.

Students with questions about the application should reach out to Professor Liz Bauer (ebauer@barnard.edu).

Requirements: The TA must be able to work 1–2 hours before their lab section and 1 hour afterward to set up and break down appropriate reagents and equipment, as discussed with Professor Bauer. All interested students are encouraged to apply, even if they have not taken this course prior. This is an excellent opportunity to join our biology community!

BarnardWorks Job ID: 9458 (1 position)

Requirements: The teaching assistants for BIOL BC1500 Introduction to Organismal & Evolutionary Biology will assist Professor John Glendinning with instruction of this course for the Fall 2021 semester. Assistants must be former students in the course. Applicants should demonstrate enthusiasm for biology and a strong desire to teach younger students and help them succeed in this fundamental course for the major. This course will be offered Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 9:00–9:50 am.

This is a great way to meet fellow STEM students and get them excited about biology. If you are someone who is passionate about peer-to-peer mentorship and cultivating a sense of belonging in the scientific community, we strongly encourage you to apply!

All questions regarding employment eligibility and expectations should be directed to Professors John Glendinning (jglendin@barnard.edu) and Jessica Goldstein (jgoldste@barnard.edu).

Responsibilities: TAs must be able to offer at least two office hours per week and are required to ‘sit in’ during the lecture in order to assist Professor Glendinning in handling course management and content questions (e.g. monitoring the chat on Zoom if there is a remote component to the course) unless otherwise arranged with Professor Glendinning in advance. TAs will also be in charge of assisting the course Staff Assistant, Abby Gutierrez, in managing a shared course email address in order to answer course-content and MindTap-related questions.

TAs may be asked to lead help sessions during the Open Study Weeks that alternate between Discussion Topic Weeks for BIOL BC1510 Discussion Section and must be available for all 50–minute sessions (5–6/semester in total). Up to 5 positions will be available.

BarnardWorks Job ID: All positions have been filled.

Requirements: BIOL BC1501 Introductory Lab in Organismal & Evolutionary Biology Teaching Assistants (TA) will work in-person to provide critical assistance to the main lab instructors during each 3–hour lab period for the Fall Semester of 2021. Applicants should have earned a B or better in both BIOL BC1501 Introductory Lab in Organismal and Evolutionary Biology and BIOL BC1503 Introductory Lab in Cell and Molecular Biology. In addition to assisting the lab instructors during a 3–hour lab period, Lab TAs are expected to prepare for each lab on their own time (~1 hour per week, which is unpaid prep-work).

The maximum period of time a student can work in this position is four semesters. This criterion enables the Biology Department to increase its opportunities for students to work as teaching assistants for Intro Biology Labs. All questions regarding introductory-level lab employment opportunities should be directed to the Senior Associate Lab Director, James Casey (jcasey@barnard.edu). All positions will remain open until filled.

Responsibilities: Lab TAs are invaluable resources for assisting students with lab activities/lessons, worksheets, and experiments. Lab TAs will also have the opportunity to work in collaboration with the Science Writing Fellows to help students with their lab reports—this work takes place outside of the normal lab period and is optional for TAs to sign-up to participate in.

Lab TAs are enthusiastic about mentoring younger students just beginning their biology journey, and seek to be role models who encourage curiosity, critical thinking, and creativity in their peers. The ideal TA is supportive, patient, and kind, and wants their peers to succeed in this foundational course for the major and pre-health tracks. The starting salary for the position is $15/hour.

BarnardWorks Job ID: All positions have been filled.

Responsibilities: Lab assistants are an integral part of operating Barnard's Introductory Biology Labs. Lab Assistants will work in-person to help complete such work as setting up and breaking down lab materials, cleaning lab materials (dissection trays and instruments, beakers, lab benches, etc.), labeling labware (PCR tubes, beakers, etc.), preparing and distributing solutions, providing general care for live plants and animals, completing errands at nearby locations, and light office work (photocopying, data entry, etc.). Starting hourly wage for the position is $15.00/hr.

Requirements: Daily and weekly instructions will be provided, so no experience is necessary. However, a strong work ethic and sense of responsibility are required for the position.

A minimum of 2 work hours per week is required of all lab assistants. Available work shifts are listed on the application form, but there is some flexibility in scheduling specific start and end times of some shifts.

BarnardWorks Job ID: This position is no longer needed for the fall 2021 semester and therefore will not be hiring. 

All questions regarding introductory-level lab employment opportunities should be directed to the Senior Associate Lab Director, James Casey (jcasey@barnard.edu). All positions will remain open until filled.

Enthusiastic teaching assistants eager to help their peers succeed in biology are needed for the following courses. Depending on the role requirements, TAs will offer weekly office hours and/or prepare the lab space each week under the guidance of the professor teaching the course. In some cases, TAs are expected to stay during the lecture or lab period to answer student questions. Full descriptions for each position are provided below. Course-specific questions should be addressed to the appropriate faculty member listed below.

• BIOL BC2100 Molecular & Mendelian Genetics (5 positions)
• BIOL BC2500 MATLAB for Scientists (2 positions)
• BIOL BC2841 Lab in Plant Evolution and Diversity (1 position)
• BIOL BC3303 Lab in Molecular Biology
• BIOL BC3311 Lab in Cell Biology (1 position)

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Requirements: The teaching assistants for BIOL BC2100 Molecular and Mendelian Genetics will assist Professor Jen Mansfield with instruction of this course for the Fall 2021 semester. The ideal teaching assistant is reliable and dedicated to helping their peers succeed in this lecture course, which will meet TTH 10:10–11:25 am (TAs are not expected to attend the lecture).

Questions about applying can be directed to Professor Jen Mansfield (jmansfie@barnard.edu).

Responsibilities: TAs will hold office hours and review sessions where they guide currently enrolled students with problem sets and course content, in addition to mentoring students on the best study strategies for success in this fundamental course for the major. They will also lead weekly discussion sections on current genetics topics and approaches related to lecture material, and meet at least weekly with the instructor to plan these sessions. This is a great way to meet fellow STEM students and get them excited about genetics. If you are someone who is passionate about peer-to-peer mentorship and cultivating a sense of belonging in the scientific community, we strongly encourage you to apply!

BarnardWorks Job ID: All positions have been filled

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Requirements: The teaching assistant for BIOL BC2500 MATLAB for Scientists will assist Professor Allison Lopatkin with instruction of this course for the Fall 2021 semester. The ideal teaching assistant is enthusiastic about the growing field of computational biology, and seeks to mentor their peers on best practices for how to approach this computational course geared toward students who have no background with MATLAB. They are are not expected to attend the lecture, which will meet T 1:00 pm–4:00 pm. To TA, a student needs to have taken this course prior, earned a grade of B or above, and feel comfortable with real-time MATLAB troubleshooting.

All questions regarding employment eligibility and expectations should be directed to Professor Allison Lopatkin (alopatki@barnard.edu).

Responsibilities: The teaching assistant for BIOL BC2500 Matlab for Scientists must be able to work at least 3-4 hours/week to hold two office hours per week and to give feedback on anonymized problem sets (~1 problem set/week or 9 problem sets/semester), as discussed with Professor Lopatkin. Depending on availability and interest, one or two TAs will be considered

BarnardWorks Job ID: All positions have been filled.

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Requirements: The teaching assistant for BIOL BC2841 Lab in Plant Evolution and Diversity will assist Professor Hilary Callahan with instruction of this course for the Fall 2021 semester. The ideal TA is well-organized, enthusiastic about plant biology and eager to help peers succeed in this upper-level lab courses and cultivate a supportive community within the classroom. Students need not have prior coursework in plant diversity but should have botanical curiosity and basic background in acquiring and managing data as it is collected and uploaded using tools such as Google Drive, Excel, Google Sheets, or other basic software. Experience with R and R Studio software or other command-line software is helpful, but can also be acquired on the job, as are good oral and written communications skills for notetaking, e-mailing and in-person, and enthusiasm to learn about campus and regional resources such as the Ross greenhouse, herbarium, New York Botanical Garden, or Black Rock Forest.

This course will be offered Fridays from 12:10–5:00 pm. All interested students are strongly encouraged to apply! Questions about the course and applying should be directed to Professor Hilary Callahan (hcallaha@barnard.edu).

Responsibilities: TAs should have a schedule that allows attending weekly lab sections and time preferably on Thursday afternoons and/or Friday mornings to help with set-ups and some additional times flexibly scheduled to assist with 4-6 review sessions prior to quizzes or deadlines. Other duties may include assisting students in gaining access to electronic resources or botanical books and literature.

BarnardWorks Job ID: All positions have been filled.

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Requirements: The teaching assistant for BIOL BC3303 Lab in Molecular Biology will assist Professor Steve Sturley with instruction of this course for the Fall 2021 and possibly Spring 2022 semesters. The ideal TA is passionate about biology and about helping their peers succeed in this upper-level lab course. Applicants should have taken the pre-requisite BIOL BC2100 Molecular and Mendelian Genetics (or the equivalent) and earned a grade of B or better in order to TA for this course. Though a student does not need to have taken this lab course prior in order to TA, a foundation in experimental design and strong science communication skills are expected in order to best assist your peers. This can be from preparation in prior lab courses and/or research in a lab. Some molecular or microbial experience is desired, but not expected as you will primarily be providing technical assistance and setting up reagents, equipment, and other materials in advance of the following week's lab. This is an excellent opportunity to meet fellow biologists and further hone your own skills in optimal lab practices. This course will be offered Wednesdays from 1:10 - 6:00 pm.

All interested students are strongly encouraged to apply! Questions about the course and applying should be directed to Professor Steve Sturley (ssturley@barnard.edu). Applications are due by midnight on Friday, September 3rd.

Responsibilities: TAs must be present during the lab section in addition to setting up materials ahead of class time, as discussed with Professor Sturley. Other duties may include assisting students with written reports, gaining access to electronic resources, and literature searches. A strong work ethic, reliability, and attention to detail are a must.

BarnardWorks Job ID: All positions have been filled.

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Requirements: The teaching assistant for BIOL BC3311 Lab in Cell Biology will assist Professor Jon Snow with instruction of this course for the Fall 2021 semester. The ideal TA is passionate about biology and about helping their peers succeed in this upper-level lab course. Though a student does not need to have taken this course prior in order to TA, a strong foundation in experimental design and science communication skills are expected in order to best assist your peers as they design their own experimental projects. This can be from preparation in prior lab courses and/or research in a lab. This is an excellent opportunity to meet fellow biologists and further hone your own skills in the lab and in communicating your science as well as to help cultivate a supportive environment that promotes learning. This course will be offered Thursdays from 1:10–6:00 pm and TAs are expected to be in the lab classroom.

All interested students are strongly encouraged to apply! Questions about the course and applying should be directed to Professor Jon Snow (jsnow@barnard.edu).

Responsibilities: TAs must be present during the lab section in addition to setting up a few help sessions outside of class time, as discussed with Professor Snow (approximately 2–3 help sessions for the semester). Other duties may include assisting students with written reports, gaining access to electronic resources, and literature searches in addition to helping set up or break down materials and equipment for that week's lab.

BarnardWorks Job ID: All positions have been filled.

Requirements: Biology Departmental Lab Assistants are integral in supporting the upper-level and research lab programs. This is an excellent opportunity to get to know upper-level faculty outside of the classroom as well as the staff in the department in addition to gaining experience in basic lab maintenance. Duties include (but are not limited to): glassware cleaning, stocking inventory, waste removal, and some office work. Departmental Lab Assistants will work under the supervision of the Senior Laboratory Manager, Basil Perkins. Please note that this NOT a research position. Previous lab experience is not required. Up to two positions are available.

All questions about employment eligibility and expectations should be directed to Basil Perkins (bperkins@barnard.edu).

Responsibilities: Previous lab experience is not required, but completion of any college-level science course is preferred. Available work shifts are listed on the application form, but there is some flexibility in scheduling specific start and end times. Daily and weekly instructions will be provided, so no previous experience is necessary; first year and sophomore students are encouraged to apply. A strong work ethic and sense of responsibility are required. A minimum of three 2-hour shifts is strongly preferred.

BarnardWorks Job ID: All positions have been filled.

Enthusiastic teaching assistants eager to help their peers succeed in biology are needed for the following courses. Depending on the role requirements, TAs will offer weekly office hours and/or prepare the lab space each week under the guidance of the professor teaching the course. In some cases, TAs are expected to stay during the lecture or lab period to answer student questions. Full descriptions for each person are provided below. Course-specific questions should be addressed to the appropriate faculty member listed below. 

• BIOL BC2100 Molecular & Mendelian Genetics
• BIOL BC3311 Lab in Cell Biology

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BarnardWorks Job ID: This position has been filled.

Responsibilities: The teaching assistants for BIOL BC2100 Molecular and Mendelian Genetics will assist Professor Jen Mansfield in remote instruction of this course for the Summer A 2021 Block. The ideal teaching assistant is reliable and dedicated to helping their peers succeed in this lecture course, which will meet MTWTH 9:00 - 10:35 am (TAs are not expected to attend the lecture).

Requirements: TAs will hold office hours and review sessions where they guide currently enrolled students with problem sets and course content, in addition to mentoring students on the best study strategies for success in this fundamental course for the major.  They will also lead weekly discussion sections on current genetics topics and approaches related to lecture material, and meet at least weekly with the instructor to plan these sessions. This is an excellent way to meet and provide mentorship to students interested in the biology major. 

All interested students with a passion for genetics, and biology more broadly, are strongly encouraged to apply! Questions about applying can be directed to Professor Jen Mansfield (jmansfie@barnard.edu).

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BarnardWorks Job ID: This position has been filled.

Responsibilities: The teaching assistant for BIOL BC3311 Lab in Cell Biology will assist Professor Jon Snow with in-person instruction of this course for the Summer A 2021 semester. The ideal TA is passionate about biology and about helping their peers succeed in this upper-level lab course. Though a student does not need to have taken this course prior in order to TA, a foundation in experimental design and strong science communication skills are expected in order to best assist your peers. This can be from preparation in prior lab courses and/or research in a lab. This is an excellent opportunity to meet fellow biologists and further hone your own skills in optimal lab practices. This course will be offered Thursdays and Fridays from 1:00 - 4:10 pm and TAs are expected to be in the lab classroom on both days.  
 

Requirements: TAs must be present during the lab sections in addition to setting up a few help sessions outside of class time, as discussed with Professor Snow (approximately 2-3 for the semester). As this course is offered in a block format, the TA will be integral to facilitating course discussion and helping students keep up with the intensive material. Other duties may include assisting students with written reports, gaining access to electronic resources, and literature searches.

All interested students are strongly encouraged to apply! Questions about the course and applying should be directed to Professor Jon Snow (jsnow@barnard.edu).

All students interested in being a TA for a course should apply using the relevant Job ID in the BarnardWorks platform.

TAs in the biology demonstrate enthusiasm in mentoring their peers and helping them succeed in the course they are assisting; you do not need to have necessarily earned an A nor be a major to TA for a course! The expectation is that you have taken the course and that you will prep in order to be able to reliably host office/workshop hours 1-2x per week for students to drop in and ask questions or work on problem sets. You may also be asked to sit in during the time(s) a course is offered to assist in answering questions at the end of class or managing questions on Zoom (if your schedule permits). Most importantly, TAs in our department are kind and seek to be good role models in order to help their peers do their best. After reading the listings above, you should consult directly with the professor teaching the course regarding any additional expectations or questions about eligibility.

For lab courses, you don't necessarily need to have taken a course to be a TA, nor is research experience an expectation, though it can certainly help. For lab courses, you will be given guidance on what is expected of you in order to TA a course; often times, lab courses require break down/set up of equipment and reagent preparation as opposed to requiring you to hold office hours. Some TAs are expected to be available during the time the class is offered to assist the instructor. After reading the listings above, you should consult directly with the professor teaching the course regarding eligibility and expectations since these vary from course to course.

The most successful TAs are patient, knowledgeable, reliable, and friendly and genuinely want their peers to succeed in the course. If this is you, we encourage you to apply today!

BarnardWorks is the site where you will find JobX and TimesheetX. The biology department can post student employment opportunities on JobX allowing you to apply to any opening online. We then review applications and hire directly from JobX, seamlessly sending the hire to TimesheetX where you can then record your hours to get paid. If you have questions, please do not hesitate to email the Beyond Barnard office (beyondbarnard@barnard.edu).

Barnard students can use BarnardWorks to search by the ID number (listed above) on JobX associated with the position you are interested in. Columbia students must contact the department administrator, Melissa Flores (mflores@barnard.edu), with the title of the job/course they'd like to apply for in order to receive the application. Remember that you can always have your résumé reviewed at Beyond Barnard or the Columbia Center for Career Education before applying. 

You will be expected to have completed the paperwork described below before your hire can be processed.

Before you can log hours and be placed on payroll, you will need to complete the appropriate employment paperwork. Take a look at the required forms, as well as information about Drop-In Hours.

Important: Normally, you print your forms, sign them, and bring them to Elliott Hall along with acceptable ID for your I-9 (which you must submit if this is your first on-campus job). All forms can be dropped off at Beyond Barnard during their daily Drop-In Hours (12-1 pm, Elliott Hall, 2nd fl), during which they can also help you with any other questions you might have. 

Due to limited office hours, the student employment office is asking that students submit their forms with proper identification using this Google Form.

As a reminder, you will have to submit a new W4 and WTPA at the start of the calendar year. All departmental positions are paid on an hourly basis, starting at $15.00/hour. A student may qualify for a $0.25/hr raise if they have held the same position in prior semesters.

The department administrator, Melissa Flores, or James Casey will hire you on BarnardWorks for the number of hours you are expected to work as discussed with the professor or staff member associated with the course you are assisting with. You will then fill out your timesheet on TimesheetX and submit it for approval every two weeks. You are expected to submit these on time to be paid on time. Failure to do so will result in payment being disbursed on the following pay date (two weeks later). 

Never used TimesheetX? You can learn how to register for Beyond Barnard's TimesheetX payroll/job management website and enter your TA work hours for each bi-monthly pay period here.

The bi-monthly due dates for submitting your TA timesheets for your supervisor's review/approval are found on this PDF for AY21-22.

Many students receive either a Federal Work Study (FWS) award or a Barnard College Job (BCJ) award as part of their financial aid package.

Please note: Students cannot earn beyond their work awards. If you see that your award is running low and you wish to continue working, please contact the Financial Aid Office to see if you are eligible for an increase.

FEDERAL WORK STUDY AWARDS (FWS)

Students with a FWS award are granted awards based on their financial need. These awards are federally subsidized, and may be used to fund employment for any of the positions listed above. 

BARNARD COLLEGE JOB AWARDS (BCJ)

Students with a BCJ award have been designated an amount of money they can earn as part of their financial aid package. This amount can only be used for jobs on Barnard’s campus and therefore makes the awardee eligible for any of the positions listed above.