Job Description

Description

The

Department of Chemistry,

within the Faculty of Science, invites applications for

Spring 2025 Term Sessional Instructor(s).

The successful candidate(s) will have responsibilities for lecture instruction, lab co-ordination, tutorial co-ordination, and any other associated duties, for this 3-unit course during the Spring 2025 term.

CHEM 203 - General Chemistry: Change and Equilibrium


An introduction to university chemistry from theoretical and practical perspectives that focuses on an exploration of the fundamental links between kinetics, equilibria and thermodynamics and explores acidity/basicity and redox behaviour using inorganic and organic examples.

Teaching Schedule:

Lectures are MWF 12:00 - 13:50

Delivery Mode

: All course components will be delivered in-person.

Spring 2025 Term Dates

: Thursday, May 1, 2025, to Monday, June 30, 2025

Qualifications:

Candidates will ideally have a Ph.D. in chemistry (or a related field) and a strong, substantial record demonstrating teaching excellence. The appointees will be expected to remain abreast of current developments in science, particularly in Chemistry. Previous experience in teaching Chemistry 201, 203, or 209 is an important asset. Experience coordinating laboratories and/or teams of graduate student teaching assistants is especially valuable, as is familiarity with the campus learning management system, D2L.

Please apply on-line via the 'Apply Now' link. A complete application should be submitted in

a single pdf

, and include the following:

Cover letter Current curriculum vitae Statement of teaching philosophy, including fostering an inclusive learning environment Evidence of teaching effectiveness. Three (3) letters of reference (can be submitted with the pdf application or sent under separate cover by the application deadline to sci.admins@ucalgary.ca).

NOTE:

any person who has submitted a complete application for a Faculty of Science sessional position at the University of Calgary within the past two years may choose to only submit a cover letter and current CV.

Application Deadline: March 7, 2025

Please visit https://science.ucalgary.ca/chemistry for further information about the Department of Chemistry.


Remuneration is calculated according to the Collective Agreement, Schedule B. Please see the Faculty Association's website at www.tucfa.com for further information regarding conditions of employment and remuneration.


As per the Collective Agreement, the Department of Chemistry will adhere to the right of first refusal terms (Section 23.12.1 and 23.12.2) for Sessional Appointments.


Thank you for submitting your online application. Only those candidates chosen to proceed in the selection process will be contacted.


The University of Calgary has launched an institution-wide Indigenous Strategy committing to creating a rich, vibrant, and culturally competent campus that welcomes and supports Indigenous Peoples, encourages Indigenous community partnerships, is inclusive of Indigenous perspectives in all that we do.

As an equitable and inclusive employer, the University of Calgary recognizes that a diverse staff/faculty benefits and enriches the work, learning and research experiences of the entire campus and greater community. We are committed to removing barriers that have been historically encountered by some people in our society. We strive to recruit individuals who will further enhance our diversity and will support their academic and professional success while they are here. In particular, we encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible/racialized minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply. To ensure a fair and equitable assessment, we offer accommodation at any stage during the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities. Questions regarding [diversity] EDI at UCalgary can be sent to the Office of Institutional Commitments

(

equity@ucalgary.ca

) and requests for accommodations can be sent to Human Resources (

hrhire@ucalgary.ca).

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. In this connection, at the time of your application, please answer the following question: Are you a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident of Canada? (Yes/No)


For a listing of all academic opportunities at the University of Calgary, view our

Academic Careers website

. For more information about the

Faculty of Science

, click here.

About the University of Calgary

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