Graduate Teaching Assistant (Biology) Lamar University - 4.3 Beaumont, TX Job Details Part-time 4 hours ago Qualifications Faculty collaboration Online learning environment experience Enterprise Learning Management Student engagement classroom management Full Job Description Location Beaumont, TX Job Type Part-Time Graduate Teaching Assistant Job Number 202600340 Home Org Biology Opening Date 06/22/2026 Closing Date 8/31/2027 11:59 PM Central FLSA Exempt Job Summary We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Teaching Assistant to support instructional activities within our academic programs. This role involves assisting faculty with laboratory setup, classroom management, student engagement, and administrative tasks to enhance the learning experience. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, organizational abilities, and experience working with students in higher education or university settings. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to educational excellence while gaining valuable experience in teaching and learning technologies. This position is open to Lamar University Biology department graduate students Essential Job Functions Support laboratory activities, including setup, cleanup, and safety compliance Manage Learning Management Systems (LMS) such as Blackboard for course content delivery and student engagement Conduct laboratory exercises, grade exams, proctor exams and perform other duties assigned by the instructor or department chair Facilitate classroom management by maintaining an organized learning environment Minimum and Desired Qualifications This position is open to graduate students in the biology department at Lamar University Familiarity with LMS platforms such as Blackboard Excellent communication skills for working effectively with students and faculty Organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently Experience with classroom management and learning technology integration Background in research or laboratory settings is a plus Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within a team environment Ability to adapt quickly to new software tools and educational technologies Supplemental Information Approximately 5 hours per week per laboratory section Lamar University is An Equal Opportunity Employer Lamar University is proud to provide employment preference to veteran applicants in accordance with Texas 805 Government Code, Section 657.003. This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.