Chemistry Teaching Specialist

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Job Category:
Academic Staff


Employment Type:
Terminal (Fixed Term)


Job Profile:
Teaching Specialist


Job Summary:

Serve as a Teaching Specialist in the Department of Chemistry for one or more of the following courses. The position can be full or part-time, between 25 - 100%. Teaching Specialist hires are expected to fully participate in training sessions and onboarding during the week of August 24, 2026.

The number of sections required for a 50% appointment is listed behind each course:

Chem 103, General Chemistry I (Two sections)

Chem 104, General Chemistry II (Two sections)

Chem 109, Advanced General Chemistry (Two sections)

Chem 115, Chemical Principles I (Two sections)

Chem 311, Chemistry Across the Periodic Table (Two sections)

Chem 327, Fundamentals of Analytical Science (One section)

Chem 329, Fundamentals of Analytical Science (One section)

Chem 341, Elementary Organic Chemistry (Four sections)

Chem 343, Organic Chemistry I (Four sections)

Chem 344, Introductory Organic Chemistry Laboratory (One section)

Chem 345, Organic Chemistry II (Four sections)

Chem 346, Intermediate Organic Chemistry Laboratory (One section)

Chem 561, Physical Chemistry (Three sections, discussion only)

Chem 562, Physical Chemistry (Three sections, discussion only)

Chem 563, Physical Chemistry Laboratory I (Three sections)

Chem 564, Physical Chemistry Laboratory II (Three sections)

Chem 665, Biophysical Chemistry (Three sections, discussion only)

One 50% appointment equals approximately 20 hours per week for the entire semester. Duties are similar to those of a teaching assistant and include the following:

-Participate in labs and discussion sections

-Attend staff meetings

-Hold office hours

-Preparation time

-Proctor exams

-Grade assignments and exams

There is a possibility this position could be extended in subsequent semesters to teach one or more of the courses listed on this job posting, or similar courses within the department.


Key

Job Responsibilities:

• Facilitates classroom and/or laboratory instruction for one or more courses including assessment of student performance

• Assists with the development of instructional design and curriculum relevant to a course of instruction under the direction of an academic staff or faculty member

• Serves as an initial point of contact for students as it relates to specific course or series content and expectations

Department:

College of Letters and Science, Department of Chemistry


Compensation:

The salary for a full time (100%) position for an academic year (9 months) is $50,000. The salary for this fall semester position will be prorated based on the appointment duration and percentage.


Required Qualifications:

Advanced college chemistry courses required.


Preferred Qualifications:

Experience teaching Chemistry at a college level preferred.


Education:

Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry or related field required.


How to Apply:

Click the "Apply" button to start the application process.

You will be prompted to upload the following documents:

-Resume or CV

-Cover Letter

Applicants should attach a cover letter and resume detailing their training and experience relating to the required and preferred qualifications referenced above. The application reviewers will be relying on written application materials to determine which qualified applicants will advance in the recruitment process.
Please note, there is only one attachment field. You must upload all your documents in the attachment field.

Please note this position does not qualify for work authorization sponsorship. Applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment.


Contact Information:

For questions about this posting, please contact Beatriz Lemire ire.

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