Graduate Assistant 10 Months

Graduate Assistant 10 Months Bookmark this Posting Print Preview Apply for this Job Posting Details Position Information About Buffalo State Buffalo State is one of the largest comprehensive schools in the State University of New York system. As a civically minded, urban-engaged campus community located in the cityu2019s cultural corridor, Buffalo State prides itself as having smaller learning environments coupled with larger university opportunities. Boasting a diverse and inclusive campus, Buffalo State is committed to the intellectual, personal, and professional growth of its students, faculty, staff, and alumni. The schoolu2019s mission is to deliver a broad array of high-quality and distinctive academic programs infused with diversity, creativity, and hands-on learning opportunities for hardworking students who seek a personalized and affordable education that engages their minds and advances their careers. Buffalo State is dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, service, scholarship, creative activity, and cultural enrichment. With degree programs in education, the arts, science, arts and humanities, and professional studies, each year over 6,000 students choose Buffalo State. Buffalo State welcomes applicants who are committed to helping us fulfill our mission. Department Chemistry Local Title Graduate Assistant Budget Title Graduate Assistant 10 Months Rank/Grade T8 Line Number 90021, 90053 Salary Range $9250 ($4625 per semester) FTE Part-Time Negotiating Unit GSEU FLSA Exempt Department Website Brief Job Description There are two (2) Graduate Assistant positions available. These are one semester positions and a renewal depends on academic standing, university budget approval, and must be in good standing. This position comes with a tuition scholarship that will cover up to 9 credits of tuition per semester at the in-state rate. Graduate Assistants in Chemistry assist in the teaching of introductory chemistry laboratory courses (100-300 level) by performing the following: 1) Presenting pre-laboratory talks designed to help students prepare for the laboratory experience; 2) Overseeing the laboratory sessions; 3) Enforcing safety rules and rules governing good laboratory practice during the laboratory sessions; 4) Answering student questions concerning the laboratory experience both during the laboratory session and during office hours; 5) Assisting in the grading of laboratory assignments and quizzes when appropriate; 6) Assisting in the preparation of materials required in laboratory-based classes; 7) Occasionally helping to proctor exams in large lecture sections. Required Qualifications Current or entering full-time (6 credit hours) matriculated graduate student at Buffalo State University while holding the position. Candidates must have: completed a minimum of 24 credit hours in chemistry with a G.P.A. of 2.6 or better (on a 4.0 scale); completed a full year of college-level physics and at least one semester of college-level calculus; completed one year of general chemistry and one year of organic chemistry with laboratories. The candidate must be able to effectively communicate with undergraduate students through the delivery of pre-laboratory presentations and classroom discussions of safety issues, and via conversations with individual students during laboratory sessions and required office hours. Preferred Qualifications Full-time graduate student in the M.S. in Forensic Science, M.S. Ed. or a M.S. in Multidisciplinary Studies program that includes a minimum of 12 credits of graduate level CHE and FOR coursework; completion of a course in analytical chemistry with lab; completion of a course in physical chemistry; completion of a course in Biochemistry with lab; prior teaching experience in a science laboratory course. Anticipated Date of Hire 09/01/2026 Priority Review Date Application Deadline Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicant Contact Person Contact Email Contact Fax Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Buffalo State is an affirmative action/equal opportunity institution that subscribes to all federal, state, and SUNY legal requirements and does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees on the basis of race, sex, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, or marital or veteran status (Nondiscrimination Notice). Any violation of this policy should be reported to the Equity and Diversity Office, Cleveland Hall 415, (716) 878-6210. Buffalo State is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. If you have any questions, please contact Jamie Warnes at or call (716) 878-4822. Background Investigation Statement All applicants are subject to a pre-employment background investigation. Our Pre-Employment Background Screening Policy is available at Clery Statement Applicants interested in positions may access the Annual Security Report ( ASR ) for SUNY Buffalo State at The ASR contains information on campus security policies and certain campus crime statistics. Crime statistics are reported in accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act. Applicants may request a hard copy of the ASR by contacting the SUNY Buffalo State University Police Department at (716) 878-6333. 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Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (). + How did you hear about this employment opportunity? + Buffalo State website + Buffalo News + Buffalo Rocket + Challenger + Chronicle of Higher Education + HigherEdJobs + Panorama Hispano News + Employee Referral + Other + All applicants are subject to a pre-employment background investigation. The college's Pre-Employment Background Screening Policy is available at Prior to an offer of employment, an applicant will be required to sign an authorization release form, allowing Buffalo State to conduct a background investigation. Failure of an applicant to sign the authorization release form will disqualify an applicant from further consideration for appointment. + I agree to comply with the college's policy. + I do not agree to comply with the college's policy. (Note, this selection will disqualify you from further consideration for appointment.) + Are you a current or entering full-time (6 credit hours minimum) matriculated graduate student at Buffalo State University? + Yes + No Documents Needed to Apply Required Documents + Resume / Curriculum Vitae + Cover Letter Optional Documents

Created: 2026-04-04