The Foundations Development Directorate (FDD) at Sabancı University is seeking a professional teaching assistant for an introductory level science course for freshman students. The course is offered in a student-centered format, where all in-class components take place in an active, collaborative learning environment. The contents of the course emphasize scientific critical thinking and scientific literacy discussed through four modules, in which the students probe four open scientific questions closely related to our daily life, using basic scientific concepts from physics, chemistry and biology. The FDD coordinates our core curriculum. For more information on the course, please visit http://scienceofnature.sabanciuniv.edu.
The candidate must hold a Master of Science or Doctor of Philosophy degree in natural sciences, with a strong interest in science education. Priority will be given to candidates with a degree in Physics or closely related interdisciplinary fields. Proficiency in English (speaking and writing) is required. Candidates are expected to have excellent coordination and organizational skills as well as commitment to teamwork. The position will initially be offered for one semester (five months), starting on February 2, 2026. The renewal of the contract will be subject to staffing availability and needs at the end of this period.
Applicants are requested to complete an online application form and submit a teaching statement and CV at https://crm.sabanciuniv.edu/academiccv/application.php?advertcode=FDP-NSTA01-2026.
For inquiries, you may contact arzu.kiran@sabanciuniv.edu. For full consideration, applications must be received by December 15, 2025. Early applications are encouraged as the evaluation process starts immediately.
The position involves (but not limited to) the following responsibilities:
- Attend and help organization of orientation and training sessions for teaching assistants (TAs)
- Lead TA meetings (weekly)
- Facilitate problem-solving sessions (weekly)
- Help to manage the course LMS (weekly)
- Help with the exam organization, proctoring, and grading
- Help with the revision of the course materials
- Exam proctoring
- Exam grading
- Help to manage course emails
Non-Discrimination Statement
Sabancı University is committed to the principles of equal opportunity and equal treatment in education and employment. The University respects all individuals without any discrimination in terms of gender, religion, national or ethnic origin, race, color, physical disability, physical appearance, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, age, or political affiliation in the administration of its educational, admissions, and employment policies, its scholarship, and its university-sponsored programs.