ATS Contract Lecturer - Chemistry
Competition 2230
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Description
This position is part of the Association of the Academic Staff of the University of Alberta (AASUA).
While this position welcomes applications from individuals external to the university, current Academic Teaching Staff are first notified of available positions and will receive first consideration in accordance with the terms of the Academic Teaching Staff Agreement before considering external candidates. Please login to verify your internal candidate status.
This position is part-time and has an initial appointment of 4 months. The salary will be commensurate with experience in accordance with the Academic Teaching Staff Agreement.
Location - This role is in-person. Work primarily takes place at North Campus, Edmonton.
Working at the University of Alberta
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Working for the Department of Chemistry
The Department of Chemistry invites applications for Contract Lecturers for the 2025-26 Academic Year. This posting will be used to potentially hire multiple candidates.
Position
Reporting to the Department Chair, these positions are responsible for teaching the Introductory University Chemistry courses (CHEM 101, 102, 103, 105). Expectations are that the appointees would teach one to three lecture sections per academic term. Teaching would be undertaken primarily during the fall and/or winter terms, with the potential of teaching during the spring term. Additional information on the above courses can be found in the 2025-26 University of Alberta Calendar.
Duties
- Working in conjunction with the Introductory Chemistry Course and Laboratory Coordinators to support administration of the Introductory University Chemistry course.
- Supporting teaching initiatives in the Department by working on curriculum development and the introduction of new instructional technologies and methods of delivery.
Qualifications
- The successful candidates must have an M.Sc. degree in Chemistry, but preference will be given to those with a Ph.D. degree in Chemistry and an excellent record of teaching, demonstrating an ability to engage students in different classroom settings with varying class sizes.
- A commitment to professional development and the capability to work collaboratively and positively with the CHEM 10X instructional team are also desirable.
How to Apply
Interested applicants are invited to apply online by submitting a curriculum vitae and a cover letter outlining your teaching experience and any relevant experience as it relates to the responsibilities listed above. Please include the names of two references who are willing to give information on your teaching experience and abilities.
Review of applications and selection of short-listed candidates will begin June 30, 2025.
At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.
All University employees have a responsibility to foster a workplace that prioritizes safety in all its forms—physical, cultural, and psychological. This is achieved by promoting a safe environment, adhering to all safety laws, policies and procedures, completing all required safety training, identifying hazards and implementing controls, reporting incidents, and contributing to a culture of inclusivity and respect, while endeavoring to ensure that all colleagues feel valued and safe to express their thoughts, perspectives and concerns.
The University of Alberta is committed to creating a university community where everyone feels valued, barriers to success are removed, and thriving connections are fostered. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women, First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons, members of visible minority groups, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression, and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.
L’Université de l’Alberta s’engage à créer une communauté universitaire où chaque personne se sent valorisée, où les obstacles à la réussite sont éliminés et où des connexions enrichissantes peuvent se développer. Nous accueillons les demandes de toutes les personnes qualifiées. Nous encourageons les femmes; Premières nations, Métis et Inuits; membres des groupes minoritaires visibles; personnes handicapées; personnes ayant une orientation sexuelle ou une identité et une expression sexospécifique; et tous ceux qui peuvent contribuer à la diversification des idées et à l'université à postuler.
ApplyNote: This opportunity will be available until midnight July 31, 2025, Edmonton, Alberta local time.