Teaching Assistant, Department of Physiology

Job Purpose

To assist in the conduct, coordination and administration of education matters pertaining to undergraduate teaching (practicals/tutorials for Life Sciences and Medical students), Continuing Education and Training (CET) courses and education research.

Duties & Responsibilities  

• Conduct and facilitate discussions during online or face-to-face practical/tutorial sessions involving small groups of students.
• Assist in setting and marking of tutorial questions, course assignments and practical reports.
• Assist in the incorporation of educational technology into teaching activities.
• Provide administrative support for undergraduate teaching modules, including but not limited to the management of Learning Management System and liaising with lecturer/s on setting up essential module information and course materials.
• Provide support on the preparation of practical/tutorial classes and logistic matters for Continuing Education and Training (CET) courses in the department.
• Assist in the conduct and execution of education research work within the department.
• Provide administrative coordination and support for Departmental Ethics Review Committee (DERC). 

Requirements
(Please state Qualification, Years of Experience, Knowledge & Skills required.)

1. Degree in Biomedical/Life Sciences or related field
2. Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel and Powerpoint
3. Effective oral and written management communication skills
4. Proficiency in education technologies would be preferred.

Covid-19 Message

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Taking into consideration the health and well-being of our staff and students and to better protect everyone in the campus, applicants are strongly encouraged to have themselves fully COVID-19 vaccinated to secure successful employment with NUS.