Chemistry Teaching Specialist

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 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 I (Three sections, discussion only)

Chem 562, Physical Chemistry II (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. Accommodations can be made based on the needs of the course to allow for FTE ranges of 33.4%-100%.

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

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

• 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

Department of Chemistry

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 Fall semester appointment will be prorated based on appointment percentage and duration.

Have completed advanced college chemistry courses.

Experience teaching courses at the college level.

Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry or related field.

We are eager to learn more about how your experience and passion may align with this position. You will be asked to upload a curriculum vitae or resume and cover letter as a part of the application process. Your cover letter and CV/resume should address how your skills, knowledge, and abilities reflect your ability to teach on or more of the courses listed.

Selected applicants will receive an invitation to participate in virtual interviews following the application deadline. Second interviews may be needed, but will be determined at a later date. Once final applicants are identified, they will be asked to provide names and contact information for at least three professional references, including a current/former supervisor. References will not be contacted without advanced notice.

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

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