Realities of a Teaching assistant - Graduate Teaching Assistant UC Riverside Employee Review

4.0
7 May 2021
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Pros

The Union has surprisingly good benefits: Health insurance, child care , maternity/paternity leave, and protections More departments advocate for TA/ Grad student rights

Cons

Absolutely no job security once you’re off contact. Positions are becoming increasingly limited with Covid and accepting more students. You always end up working more than you should. Pay is only 9 months out of the year. Pay attention to the union

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5.0
18 Jun 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.

5.0
7 Jun 2026
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Pros

Good balance and structure depending on the professor you work for. Good recommendations from professor for life.

Cons

Professors will take credit for your work and overwork you at times.

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