Teaching Specialist in Organic Chemistry

Job Summary:

Serve as a Teaching Specialist in the Department of Chemistry for one or more of the following courses:
Chem 343 - Organic Chemistry I
Chem 345 - Organic Chemistry II
Duties are similar to those of a teaching assistant and include the following:
-Teach discussion sections
-Attend staff meetings
-Hold office hours
-Preparation time
-Proctor exams
-Grade assignments and exams
These courses will be taught online.

Responsibilities:
Teaches the quiz, tutorial, discussion or lab section(s) of a course or assists in the development of materials or programs under the direction of an academic staff or faculty member. May perform the same work as a Teaching Assistant, but is not a UW student.

• 70% Facilitates classroom and/or laboratory instruction for one or more courses including assessment of student performance
• 10% 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
• 20% Serves as an initial point of contact for students as it relates to specific course or series content and expectations

Institutional Statement on Diversity:

Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.
The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.
For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Diversity and Inclusion

Education:

Minimum of B.S. in chemistry or related field required.

Qualifications:

College-level physical chemistry course required.

Work Type:

Full or Part Time: 25% - 100%
It is anticipated this position will be remote and requires work be performed at an offsite, non-campus work location.

Appointment Type, Duration:

Terminal, 2 month appointment.

Salary:

$45,478 SUMMER SESSION
Fixed

The salary for a full time (100%) position for an academic year (9 months) is $45,478. The salary for this summer session position will be prorated based on the appointment duration and percentage.

How to Apply:

Please click on the "Apply Now" button to start the application process.
For questions on the position, contact: Beatriz Lemire, [email protected] , 608-890-0298.
Applicants must upload a cover letter, c.v. or resume, and contact information for three professional references, including your current supervisor. References will not be contacted without advance notice.
Your cover letter should address your qualifications as they pertain to the qualifications listed above.

Contact:

Beatriz Bolanos Lemire
[email protected]
608-890-0298
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.

Official Title:

Teaching Specialist(TL024)

Department(s):

A48-COL OF LETTERS & SCIENCE/CHEMISTRY/CHEMISTRY

Employment Class:

Academic Staff-Terminal

Job Number:

296348-AS

 
The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
If you need to request an accommodation because of a disability, you can find information about how to make a request at the following website: https://employeedisabilities.wisc.edu/disability-accommodation-information-for-applicants/
Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.
The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).
The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report contains current campus safety and disciplinary policies, crime statistics for the previous 3 calendar years, and on-campus student housing fire safety policies and fire statistics for the previous 3 calendar years. UW-Madison will provide a paper copy upon request; please contact the University of Wisconsin Police Department .