Lecturer

JOB SUMMARY

Lincoln University invites applications for a full-time, 1-year Lecturer position in Chemistry. Candidates must possess a Ph.D. by the hire date.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Teaching duties include lower and upper level chemistry courses, including general education courses and courses for majors with labs, and other upper level courses in the applicant’s area of expertise.
• The ability to teach lecture and laboratory courses for chemistry/biochemistry majors, health professionals, and other non-science majors.

EDUCATION

A Ph.D. in Chemistry or related discipline (completed by the time of hire).

EXPERIENCE

• Evidence of experience in modern research and instrumentation used in Chemistry.
• Evidence of experience teaching courses in chemistry and associated lab courses.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to teach Chemistry, a commitment to teaching excellence at the undergraduate level.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Moderate lifting up to 20 pounds as frequently as needed to move objects;
• dexterity to write and manipulate computer keyboard and mouse;
• ability to hear and speak clearly;
• body mobility to stoop, kneel, bend and reach.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is primarily performed in a university campus environment and requires a flexible schedule. The employee is subject to inside environmental conditions and protection from weather conditions.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

• Applicants must submit the following:
• A letter of application,
• A current curriculum vita.
• Undergraduate and graduate transcripts (unofficial copies will suffice for initial screening).
• A statement of teaching philosophy.
• Three current and relevant letters of recommendation.