PHG 301 TA - Winter 2027 - Institute for Public Health Genetics - UW (Student/ASE)
Description:
The Institute for Public Health Genetics is seeking one Teaching Assistant (TA), 20-hour per week, during the Winter 2026 quarter. The TA will support teaching of the undergraduate course PHG 301: Introduction to Genetic Epidemiology, with anticipated course enrollment of 140 students from across the UW’s undergraduate programs. This course will develop students’ ability to understand the basic approaches used to identify genetic and environmental factors in health and disease, and how the application of this information can be used to improve population health, as well as to appreciate the ethical, legal and social implications that can arise in both research and translation to practice.
Specific Job Functions
- Attend lectures (Tuesdays and Thursdays, 11:30am - 12:50pm)
- Review course materials
- Prepare for, and lead, weekly quiz sections (Fridays TBD)
- Hold office hours
- Keep up with course correspondence
- Grading assignments
Hours per week (approx.): 20
Compensation: Winter quarter tuition or UWC2 fees up to 18 credits, some fees, GAIP
Skills/Eligibility:
Required Qualifications
- Full-time enrollment in a UW graduate degree program (minimum 10 credits)
Preferred Qualifications
- Current student in IPHG graduate program
How to Apply:
Interested students should apply via this application form by Thursday, October 29, 2026 at 11:59pm PDT.