Chemistry Imperial Valley Lecturer

Description

San Diego State University-Imperial Valley is accepting applications for a full-time 12-month, Chemistry Teaching and Laboratory Instrumentation Support Specialist, lecturer position. This position is subject to the terms of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the California State University system and the California Faculty Association, including a yearly evaluation.

This position will require a 15 unit workload consisting of year‑round lab instrumentation management and academic year teaching assignments at the undergraduate and graduate level to support departmental needs.

• Teaching Analytical and Organic Chemistry lecturer and lab courses.
• Operation and maintenance of equipment and training students in the use of analytical instruments capable of quantitative elemental analysis (GC‑MS, AA, ICP, XRD).
• Comfort with making presentations and collaborating with industry and education partners involved in Lithium Valley workforce development efforts.
• Expertise in lab safety and emergency response protocols.

The successful applicant will be expected to initiate the procurement of research and teaching materials, supplies and instrumentation, as well as support grant‑seeking initiatives. At‑will position subject to the annual evaluation process.

• Graduate degree in Chemistry or related field (PhD preferred)
• University teaching experience
• Demonstrated currency in subject matter
• Demonstrated instrument/facility management experience
• Familiarity with lithium and renewable energy research

Prospective lecturers who would like their applications on file are invited to send the following items:

• Curriculum Vitae
• Contact information for three (3) professional references (new employees only)
• Cover letter (new employees only)
• Unofficial transcripts (new employees only)

Initial rank and salary for lecturer faculty are based on professional experience and educational background and are determined by the hiring department. Most new appointees are hired at the Lecturer A or B rank and placed at the beginning of the range.

• Lecturer A: $6,288 - $7,658
• Lecturer B: $7,127 - $15,211
• Lecturer C: $7,830 - $16,697
• Lecturer D: $9,883 - $17,490

Inquiries:
For application inquiries, please email Dr. Tom Huxford, Chair of the Chemistry and Biochemistry Department, at thuxford

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