Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences Hiring for Graduate Teaching Assistant at Boston, MA Full Time

The School of Arts and Sciences seeks a graduate student teaching assistant to deliver high quality learning experiences and education taking the Introduction to Psychology course in the Fall 2023 semester. The selected candidate will have responsibilities supporting undergraduate students in the Introduction to Psychology classroom and assisting the coordination and training of undergraduate peer teaching assistants. Position duration is for one semester with the possibility of renewal.

• Attends assigned Introduction to Psychology classes (5 hours per week)
• Supports Undergraduate Teaching Assistants in Psychology (UTAPs) during class meetings
• Completes grading projects (5-7 hours per week)
• Opportunity to lead select class meetings
• Supports incorporation of diversity, equity and inclusion into the curriculum, as well as co-curricular experiences, to broaden the education of students and expand their knowledge of health disparities.
• Additional responsibilities may be assigned by the supervisor

Requirements

Required:
• Completed bachelor’s degree in psychology or psychology-related discipline, or with a minor in psychology
• Enrolled in a psychology or psychology-related graduate program
• Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Individuals intending to pursue a career in higher education are preferred

Physical Requirements:
• Work requires sitting, standing and walking as part of classroom instruction.
• Must be able to use technology, such as typing and manipulating a mouse/mouse pad

Apply
Please attach a cover letter and a curriculum vitae/resume. Finalist candidate(s) for this position will be subject to reference checks and a pre-employment background check as a condition of employment.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. MCPHS is unable to sponsor, or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa. MCPHS is also not an E-Verify institution.

About Us
Established in 1823, Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (MCPHS) is the oldest institution of higher education in Boston, a city that is home to many of the world’s top universities and healthcare institutions. We are one of the largest and most highly-ranked schools for health- and life-sciences, and our alumni and faculty continually distinguish themselves in healthcare settings around the globe. MCPHS has more than 7000 students across campuses in Boston’s Longwood Medical Area, downtown Worcester, MA and downtown Manchester, NH. Our vision is to empower our Community to create a healthier, more equitable world, which we strive to achieve through our strategic priorities of collaboration, inclusion, success, sustainability, planning, and support.

MCPHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer that celebrates a diverse community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law.