Part-Time Teaching Assistant – SCM 405
Penn State UniversityAbout the role
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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS
The Department of Supply Chain and Information Systems at Penn State University Park invites applications for one part-time teaching assistant to start in fall 2026. The successful candidate will assist Dr. Chuck Nicholson for 10 hours per week during the academic semester.
Job Duties:
- Holding office hours
- Grading assignments
- Assisting students and monitoring during in-class simulation exercises
- Keeping records in CANVAS
- Assisting with laboratory & recitation sessions
- Searching the business press for relevant materials
Required Qualifications:
- Successful completion of SCM 405 at Penn State or a similar course at a comparable institution
Compensation:
Starting rate for this position is $16.00 per hour.
Candidates with questions may contact the department assistant, Autumn Knepp, at adh5253@psu.edu.
BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
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