Great Job as long as there is money in the budget for you. - Teaching Assistant UC Riverside Employee Review

4.0
Mar 22, 2010
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Pros

During good economic times graduate students are very well supported financially with teaching assignments throughout the calendar year, full tuition paid, and complete health insurance provided.

Cons

There is very little policing of other teaching assistants. Some of them can do a very poor job which results in a negative view of teaching assistants at the university. Budget cuts can result in very quick layoffs with little advance warning, leaving teaching assistants high and dry.

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5.0
Jul 3, 2026
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Pros

- flexible hours - entry-level

Cons

- ucr students only - no raises or bonuses

5.0
Jun 18, 2026
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Pros

Great institution serving a diverse student population. Plenty of interesting research labs. Decent benefits.

Cons

Commuter school so traffic and parking can be terrible. Select your PI wisely, and ensure healthy work life balance.

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