Graduate Student Instructor Grader

Responsibilities

• Grade all course assignments and post grades weekly to the Canvas gradebook
• Facilitate student discussions during class times, office hours, and other scheduled meetings
• Support the faculty instructor in scaffolding and implementing curricula
• Communicate regularly with students and respond to emails within one business day
• Engage with students from diverse disciplinary backgrounds to support their learning

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an LSA graduate program in good academic standing
• Demonstrated research experience
• Ability to provide detailed written feedback to approximately 115 students
• Availability to attend weekly class meetings on Tuesdays from 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience as an instructor or grader for a similar course
• Practical experience as a student in STEM fields
• Practical knowledge of both quantitative and qualitative research methods
• Strong interest in mentoring first-year undergraduate students

About the Company

The University of Michigan is a leading research institution. This specific role supports ALA 104 (Introduction to Research), a community membership course where students explore research ethics, utilize various research tools, and practice communicating their findings to general audiences.