Teaching Specialist in Chemistry

University of Wisconsin Madison
$50,000 ACADEMIC (9 months)
United States, Wisconsin, Madison
21 North Park Street (Show on map)
Oct 30, 2024
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 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: Required Bachelor's Degree 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 requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location. Appointment Type, Duration: Terminal, 5 month appointment. This position has the possibility to be extended or converted to an ongoing appointment based on need and/or funding Salary: Minimum $50,000 ACADEMIC (9 months) Depending on Qualifications The salary for a full time (100%) position for an academic year (9 months). The salary for this Spring semester position will be prorated based on the appointment duration and percentage. Additional Information: There is a possibility this position could be extended in subsequent semesters to teach one or more of the courses listed on this PVL or similar courses within the department. How to Apply: Please click on the "Apply Now" button to start the application process. For questions on the position, contact Beatriz Lemire, beatriz.lemire@wisc.edu, 608-890-0298. Applicants must upload a cover letter, c.v. or resume, and contact information for at least 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 beatriz.lemire@wisc.edu 608-890-0298 Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information. 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