Department of Computing & Mathematics Student Lab Demonstrator

The current opportunity is available for current Manchester Met students who will be based in the UK for the duration of the role to apply for; if your application is successful, we will arrange your Jobs4Students registration before you start work.

The Department of Computing & Mathematics is recruiting a number of students to work as Lab Demonstrators during the 2024/2025 academic year. As a Lab Demonstrator, you will provide vital support to fellow students across a range of taught within the department.

Lab Demonstrators will work for between 6 - 10 hours per week during term time and will: 

• Assist in lab and/or drop-in sessions for students in the year(s) below on their degree
• Collaborate with academic staff in delivering effective and engaging sessions
• Exhibit patience and compassion when working with students who may be struggling with their coursework
• Utilise knowledge and experience from successfully completing related modules to support students in need

Benefits:

• Enhance your confidence, teamwork, and communication skill
• Gain valuable experience in mentoring and supporting fellow students

Hours of Work: 6-10 hours each week, fit around your own timetable.

Details of training: All successful students will need to attend pre-term training session on campus, which will be held on Friday 20 September 2024.

• Will be in their second or third/final year of study in 2024-2025
• Have successfully completed the current year in their own degree program, and are consistently achieving good grades
• Have a strong understanding of the modules and topics being taught (including Programming, Web, Databases, Games Development, as relevant to your degree.)
• Have excellent communication skills
• Are able to work effectively in a team
• Have a passion for helping others and contributing to their academic growth