The University of Washington Master of Science in Data Science program is seeking a teaching assistant to support this upcoming Autumn Quarter course, DATA 512, Human-Centered Data Science. This position will average 20 hours per week. The course will meet 1 day per week during Autumn Quarter 2022 on Thursdays from 5:30pm to 10pm.
Responsibilities may include some or all of the following duties: facilitate activities explicitly stated in the syllabus, prepare and grade assignments, maintain grading records, prepare and maintain course records, calculate quarter grades, request student assessments for course, attend lectures, hold regular office hours, tutor students, manage and respond to course-related email, prepare and maintain Canvas site for course materials, develop and maintain online communications, discussion sites, etc., attend weekly instructor/TA meetings, act as liaison between student and instructor, prepare and present lecture materials, prepare handout materials, review literature, facilitate discussions, hold extra review sessions for subject matter expertise, and review specific list of assigned duties and responsibilities with the instructor.
Requirements:
● Minimum registration to hold this appointment is 10 credits
● Proficient in Python and R
● Successfully completed Calculus III, Linear Algebra, and two introductory computer programming courses
Preferred Qualifications:
● Excellent communication and technology skills
Please Note: This job classification is governed by a negotiated labor contract and is subject to union shop provisions. For more information about union shop provisions, visit: www.washington.edu/admin/hr/jobs/apl/union-info.html
The University of Washington is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and covered veterans are encouraged to apply.