Lecturer in Chemistry (2023-2024 Academic Year) (University Faculty)

University of the Incarnate Word, United States

Updated: about 9 hours ago
Location: San Antonio, TEXAS
Job Type: PartTime
Deadline: ;

Position Details
Position Information


Position Title Lecturer in Chemistry (2023-2024 Academic Year) (University Faculty)
UIW Mission
University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good.
Position Summary
The School of Mathematics, Science, and Engineering is seeking candidates for part-time faculty in the field of Chemistry. The position will teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in Chemistry. In all matters, faculty are expected to maintain the highest standards of professional ethics consistent with the UIW Mission.
This applicant pool will remain online and be used to hire interested part-time faculty as needed.
This position is considered a “Responsible Employee” under Title IX federal regulations and “Mandatory Reporter” under Texas state law and the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy. As a Mandatory Reporter, this position requires you as the employee to promptly report any incident that you witness or receive information about Title IX violations. These reporting responsibilities are set out in the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy.
Benefits
Essential Functions
  • Teach courses based on departmental need including but not limited to Chemical Principles, Introductory and Biological Chemistry, and Organic Chemistry lectures and laboratories.
  • Prepare course outlines and teach assigned courses based on approved departmental syllabi.
  • Prepare all exams and assessments needed for the assigned course(s).
  • Work collaboratively with departmental faculty to ensure standard curriculum outcomes are met.
  • Be available outside of class to help students learn and to answer their questions (1 hour per 3-hour class, physically and/or electronically).
  • Conduct respectful relationships with faculty, staff, and students both in and outside the classroom.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications


Knowledge Skills and Abilities
  • Ability to teach chemical principles, biological chemistry, and organic chemistry;
  • Ability to effectively learn and use instructional technology;
  • Willingness and flexibility to teach day, evening, and weekend sections as needed;
  • Ability to incorporate technology into teaching;
  • Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures.
  • Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA.
Required Education
Master’s Degree or 18 hours of graduate work in chemistry, biochemistry, or closely related field.
Required Work Experience
None.
Preferred Qualifications
Priority will be given to candidates with advanced degrees (Ph.D.) and strong teaching skills.
Required Certifications, Licenses or Registrations
N/A
Work Hours
Based on the course assignment.
Physical Demands
None specified.

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