Life Science Quantitative Fellow

Amherst has taken a leadership role among highly selective liberal arts colleges and universities in successfully diversifying the racial, socio-economic, and geographic profile of its student body. The College is similarly committed to enriching its educational experience and its culture through the diversity of its faculty, administration and staff.

Amherst College invites applications from graduating Amherst College seniors or recent alumni for the Life Sciences Quantitative Fellow position. The Life Sciences Quantitative Fellow is a full-time, fixed-term position from July 2026 to June 2027. The expected range for this position is $20.02 - 22.50 per hour.

The salary offered will vary based on a number of factors, including but not limited to relevant education, training, and experience, tenure status, and other nondiscriminatory business considerations. Amherst College is pleased to provide a comprehensive, highly competitive benefits package that meets the needs of staff and faculty and their families. Click here for Benefits Information.

The Life Sciences Q Fellow is a green dean position for a recent Amherst College graduate who provides classroom and study support for students in introductory sciences. The Life Sciences Q Fellow works with team-based learning classes (like Biology 191, Chemistry 151 or 161, Physics 116

or 117) in the fall and spring semesters, attending classes, assisting with the team-based learning components, and offering drop-in help and appointments for students in the class. During the summer, the Fellow may assist with the Biology or Chemistry component of the STEM track of the Summer Bridge program.

Summary of Responsibilities:

● Attending classes and Team-Based Learning sections, keeping records, meeting with faculty,

time on planning and preparation

● Weekly drop-in office hours or study sessions and individual appointments

● Q Center staff meetings, work with Q Center director on planning and college training

● Job development

● Involvement in campus life and events

Qualifications:

Required

● Requires a BA from Amherst College with Life Sciences related coursework

● Strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills

● Facility with online communication and email

● Commitment to working with students from many backgrounds

● Good judgment working with students and faculty

● Successful completion of required background and reference checks

Preferred

● Tutoring experience at Amherst College

Amherst College offers many opportunities for professional growth and development, continued

learning, and career advancement. Amherst College is pleased to provide a comprehensive, highly

competitive benefits package that meets the needs of staff and faculty and their families. Click here

for Benefits Information.

Amherst College is committed to an inclusive hiring process and will provide reasonable accommodations for candidates throughout the application and interview process upon request.

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