undergraduate TA positions for ENVIRSCI 214

We are seeking candidates for 1-3 undergraduate TA positions in ENVIRSCI 214: Ecosystems, Biodiversity, and Global Change for the spring 2026 semester. Duties of the position include: note taking, holding office hours, grading, interacting with students, proctoring exams, and attending TA meetings (~every other week). 

 
The expected work load averages 9 hours per week and the student will be eligible to earn ENVIRSCI or NRC practicum (3 credits) or be paid hourly wages. The TA will work collaboratively as a part of a team, along with the instructor (to be determined), one graduate student, and 1-2 other undergraduate TAs. 
 

Applications are due by 11:59p on Sunday November 2 for priority consideration (but will be accepted until all positions are filled)

NOTE: Brian Cheng will not be teaching this course but I am facilitating the TA recruitment process.
Please email questions to Brian at bscheng@umass.edu. 
Name of research group, project, or lab
To Be Determined
Why participate in this opportunity?

Undergraduate TA positions will enhance your CV, provide opportunities for teaching and research by gaining experience on campus and working with undergraduate/graduate students and faculty. 

Logistics Information:
Subject Category
Biology
Ecology
Ecology and Environmental Sustainability
Student ranks applicable
Sophomore
Junior
Senior
Student qualifications

Completion of an equivalent ecology course

No physical qualifications are required

Time commitment
8-10 h/wk
Position Types and Compensation
Teaching - Ind. Study Credit
Teaching - Paid, General
Number of openings
3
Techniques learned
  • Note taking
  • Grading
  • Interacting with students in office hours
  • Proctoring
Contact Information:
Mentor
bscheng@umass.edu
Principal Investigator
Name of project director or principal investigator
Brian cheng
Email address of project director or principal investigator
bscheng@umass.edu
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Hours
8-10 h/wk
Project categories
Biology (+2)
BiologyEcologyEcology and Environmental Sustainability