Graduate Assistantships

Qualifications

Applicants either admitted to or enrolled in the SIUE Chemistry graduate program are encouraged to apply. Preference is given to those applicants in the Chemistry M.S. program and that have completed significant chemistry coursework and/or experience working in a chemistry laboratory. Although Chemistry majors are preferred, other majors may be considered based on the needs of the Department and the applicant pool. Appointment to an assistantship is provided on a competitive basis. Generally, a minimum GPA of 3.3 is required, although exceptions may be considered. Applicant must be enrolled in a minimum of 6, but no more than 12 credit hours per academic term for fall and spring. 

Position Description

This graduate assistantship position supports Chemistry faculty and laboratory courses. Teaching assistant responsibilities may include laboratory set-up, lab instruction, monitoring student lab safety, holding office hours, and grading.

Graduate Assistants are provided non-accruable paid sick leave as well as paid bereavement leave as described in the Graduate Assistant Handbook.

Position Contact Information

 Email:  chemistry@siue.edu

Campus Box 1652

Required Documents

All applicants must submit an email to chemistry@siue.edu to apply for this position. If not admitted or enrolled in the Chemistry Graduate program, each candidate must submit an unofficial transcript, a short narrative that indicates the subdisciplines of chemistry that the applicant has competencies to teach, and supporting documentation (resume and/or personal statement) to chemistry@siue.edu.

Positions labeled as "Continuous Recruitment" are listed for hiring units to collect a pool of applicants that may be used for a future term. Because the hiring unit may not have an open position at all times, applicants should refrain from contacting the hiring unit regarding hiring decisions. Hiring units will initiate contact with applicants being considered for future openings. 

Voluntary GA Applicant Data Form

This form is used to gather applicant data by the Office of Equal Opportunity, Access, & Title IX Coordination at SIUE. This information cannot be viewed by units hiring Graduate Assistants. Completion of this form is not required and will not impact your chances of being hired for a Graduate Assistantship. This form is NOT an application for employment. To apply for a Graduate Assistant position, follow the instructions listed in the posting.