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GRADUATE TEACHING ASSISTANTS NEEDED! Race, Genomics, and Society – Spring 2027 AAAS 261D/BIOLOGY 261D/CULANTH 261D/EDUC 261D/ GLHLTH 258D/SCISOC 258D/VMS 274D (Instructor: Dr. Charmaine DM Royal) We are seeking to hire one graduate Teaching Assistant (TA) for Race, Genomics, and Society (RGS), a large undergraduate lecture course that explores a broad range of themes and questions related to scientific, clinical, ethical, societal, cultural, psychosocial, and policy issues at the intersection of race and genetics. RGS is open to Duke undergraduate students at all levels and from any discipline in the arts, humanities, and sciences (natural, social, formal, and applied). There are no prerequisites for the course. Responsibilities Each Teaching Assistant will lead one of two 75-minute Discussion Sections held each Friday during the fall semester, 10:05am - 11:20am and 11:45am - 1:00pm. TAs will also attend 75-minute RGS lectures on Mondays and Wednesdays, 10:05am - 11:20am, help guide students on course assignments, assist with grading, maintain Canvas site for the course, and perform other related duties to support the implementation of the course. You must be able to attend the lecture on both days and time, and be available to lead one of the discussion sections listed above. Hours and Rate of Pay TAs will work a maximum of 19.9 hours per week and will receive a maximum stipend of $6,100.00 for the semester – January 6, 2027 to April 21, 2027. Application Process Please upload the following material into JobX: a Statement of Interest (300 words maximum), Resume or CV, and Course Schedule for the Spring 2027 semester. Letter of Recommendation: Please have your professional Letter of Recommendation sent directly to Tiara Paylor via email (tiara.paylor@duke.edu). The closing date for applications, required materials, and letter of recommendation is November 9th, 2026. If you have any concerns or questions, please email Tiara Paylor (tiara.paylor@duke.edu). |