"Chemistry Teaching Specialist"

Job Details

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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 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 108, Chemistry In Our World (Two sections)
• Chem 116, Chemical Principles II (Two sections)
• Chem 311, Inorganic Chemistry (Two sections)
• Chem 327, Analytical Chemistry (One section)
• Chem 329, Analytical Chemistry (One section)
• Chem 342, Elementary Organic Chemistry Lab (Two sections)
• Chem 343, Organic Chemistry I (Four sections)
• Chem 344, Organic Chemistry Laboratory (One section and grading)
• Chem 345, Organic Chemistry II (Four sections)
• Chem 512, Advanced Synthesis and Laboratory Techniques (Two sections)
• Chem 524, Chemical Instrumentation (Three sections)
• Chem 561, Physical Chemistry I (Three sections, discussion only)
• Chem 562, Physical Chemistry II (Three sections, discussion only)
• Chem 563, Physical Chemistry I Laboratory (Three sections)
• Chem 564, Physical Chemistry II Laboratory (Three sections)
• Chem 565, Biophysical Chemistry (Two to four sections, discussion only)
• Chem 728, Electronics for Chemical Instrumentation (Three sections)

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:

• Teach lab 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:

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

Department:

College of Letters & Science, Chemistry

Compensation:

The minimum salary for this position is $50,000 per academic (9-month) year, full time (100%). The actual salary will be based on experience and qualifications. The salary for this Spring semester appointment will be prorated based on appointment percentage and duration.

Required Qualifications:

Have completed advanced college chemistry courses.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience teaching courses at the college level.

Education:

Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry or related field.

How to Apply:

Click the "Apply" button to start the application process. You will be prompted to upload the following documents:

• Curriculum Vitae (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.

Contact Information:

For questions on the position, contact: Beatriz Lemire, beatriz.lemire@wisc.edu, 608-890-0298.