"Adjunct of Chemistry"

Adjunct of Chemistry

Chemistry 3001 South Congress Avenue, Austin, TX, United States Part Time

Adjunct Teaching Position

Department of Chemistry

School of Natural Sciences

St. Edward's University invites applications for an adjunct faculty appointment to teach one or more sections of chemistry lecture and/or lab courses. The Department of Chemistry routinely hires adjunct faculty to fill curricular needs on a part-time basis and maintains a pool of candidates for temporary part-time positions as the need arises. This position is continuously open and qualified persons will be selected to teach undergraduate courses/labs as the need arises. Appointments are usually made on a semester-by-semester basis. Positions are renewable, contingent upon need and performance.

Responsibilities

Teaching one or more sections of chemistry lecture and/or lab lower-division courses in analytical, general, and organic chemistry. Laboratory courses typically run between 2 PM and 8 PM in three-hour intervals. Availability for both afternoon and evening labs is preferred. Lectures vary in time but are mostly taught during the day.

Qualifications

M.S. or Ph.D. in chemistry or biochemistry required. Prior teaching experience is preferred. The department is committed to broadening the participation of under-represented groups in STEM fields. We seek candidates interested in promoting meaningful interactions between students and faculty that help our majors develop both knowledge and confidence in the professional practice of science regardless of their background or outgoing career trajectory. Successful completion of an employment and/or criminal history background check is required.

HOW TO APPLY:

The review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Qualified applicants are invited to complete an online application at www.stedwards.applicantpro.com. Please include an application letter of interest, vita, unofficial copies of transcripts (both undergraduate and graduate-level), and full contact details of three references. St. Edward's University is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage women and minorities to apply to our vacancies and hires only U.S. citizens and documented workers.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:

St. Edward's University, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.