2024-25 WINTER SESSIONAL LECTURER POSITIONS
The Department of Chemistry at the University of British Columbia invites applications for sessional lecturers for the 2024-25 Winter Session (Terms 1 and 2, September – December 2024 and January – April, 2025). The salary range for these positions depends on qualifications and experience. Individuals with a M.Sc. or Ph.D. degree in chemistry and successful teaching experience are preferred. Familiarity with computer interfaces and online teaching systems (UBC Canvas) is an asset. The successful candidates will have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work within a team environment. For further information regarding Sessional Lecturer positions at UBC please refer to: http://www.hr.ubc.ca/faculty-relations/recruitment/titles-ranks-descript....
The expected pay range for these positions is $2390/month - $3000/month
We are seeking applications to teach courses from the roster of courses shown below.
NOTE: Not all courses listed may need to be filled by sessional faculty.
TERM 1 (September – December 2024):
CHEM 121: Structure and Bonding in Chemistry. Fundamentals of bonding theories and structural chemistry, with applications relevant to modern society.
CHEM 233: Organic Chemistry for the Biological Sciences. Reactions and properties of carbonyl compounds, carbohydrates, amino acids, nucleic acids.
CHEM 235: Organic Chemistry Laboratory. Techniques of organic chemistry.
SCIE 300: Communicating Science. Effective communication and presentation skills in science.
CHEM 318: Principles of Catalysis. Fundamental aspects of chemical catalysis: kinetic models; catalytic processes in biochemistry and industry; emerging topics in catalysis.
CHEM 529: Structural Methods in Inorganic Chemistry. NMR, ESR, mass spectrometry, photoelectron spectroscopy (Auger, UV, X-ray), Mossbauer spectroscopy, electrochemistry.
CHEM 588: Topics in Chemistry – 3D Printing. Biological applications of 3D printing, engineering, materials, applications in cultural heritage documentation.
TERM 2 (January – April 2025):
CHEM 300: Communicating Chemistry. Effective argumentation and communication skills in chemistry.
Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence. An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the BC Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person. Canadians and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority. Please indicate your legal status to work in Canada.
Applicants should send a cover letter, curriculum vita, and a statement of teaching philosophy. Evidence of teaching effectiveness would be an asset. Applicants should also arrange to have two reference letters sent directly to:
Please use the subject line: “ATTN: Chair, Sessional Lecturer Search Committee”
The deadline for receipt of applications and reference letters is noon, July 8, 2024. Positions remain open until filled.