Temporary Adjunct for Chemistry
Department:Biology
Position available in:Chemistry (Ph.D. preferred), Non-tenure track- Temp
Salary Range:$3,044 (Master’s degree) $3,444 (Ph.D.)
Description
The University of Montana Western is seeking applicants to fill a one-course temporary Chemistry adjunct position in the Biology Department during the 2024 spring semester.
We are looking for an individual to teach one section of CHMY141 (College Chemistry 1)-Block 7, March 11, 2024 through April 3, 2024.
Montana Western uses a block schedule where our classes meet for at least three hours each day for 17 or 18 instructional days. The Biology Department’s courses are designed to provide students with authentic experiential learning opportunities that integrate both lecture and lab/field topics most days of the block. This is an outstanding opportunity for candidates who are trying to gain undergraduate teaching experience, or for candidates who would like to experience what teaching on a unique block schedule involves. This course is capped at an enrollment of only 24 students. Current faculty that have experience teaching this course in the block format will be available to offer assistance.
Requirements
Candidates with an earned Ph.D. in Chemistry or a closely related field are preferred, but ABD and candidates with an earned M.S. degree will also be seriously considered. Candidates with experience and evidence of excellence in undergraduate teaching in general chemistry will be given preference.
The University & Dillon Area
The University of Montana Western is a dynamic, innovative, undergraduate university with over 60 full-time faculty and 1,500 students. It is located in Dillon, Montana in the scenic Rocky Mountains and has been awarded numerous top national rankings for delivering high quality, affordable education.
Montana Western is the only public four-year college in the nation offering Experience One (X1), experiential learning delivered on the block schedule. Class sizes are small and students take a single course at a time, three hours each day for 18 days, before moving on to the next course. Each course is four credits and four blocks are offered each semester. The block schedule facilitates field and lab work, undergraduate research, study travel, and interdisciplinary teaching. Montana Western’s faculty strongly believe in mentoring and inspiring students, and assisting them in the transition from university life to professional careers.
The University of Montana Western is an integral part of the Dillon Community. With a population of 5,000 people, Dillon is known for outstanding public schools, safe environments, recreational opportunities, and an excellent quality of life.
The University of Montana Western is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and encourages applications from qualified women, minorities, veterans and people with disabilities. Qualified candidates may request veterans‚ or disabilities preference in accordance with state law. Reasonable accommodations are provided in the hiring process for persons with disabilities. Finalists for this position will be subject to a criminal background investigation.
Application
Applicants are asked to submit a cover letter, a curriculum vitae and contact information for three professional references. Transcripts will also be required before being appointed. Please submit materials to:
Dr. Michael Morrow
Professor of Biology
The University of Montana Western
710 South Atlantic Street
Dillon, MT 59725
For questions or additional information relating to the position please contact Dr. Michael Morrow at [email protected] or by phone at 406-683-7254.
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
Dillon, Montana, United States