Adjunct Professor, Chemistry (Physical Chemistry)

Job Title:

Adjunct Instructor, Chemistry (Physical Chemistry)

Division:

Academic Affairs Department:

Department of Chemistry and Physics FLSA Status:

Exempt Salary:

TBD Reports to: Dr. Carla Gallagher, Associate Professor and Interim Chair

JOB SUMMARY

Conducts University courses for undergraduate students by performing the following duties.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsible for teaching during the Spring semester 2021.Teaching duties will include Inorganic Chemistry. Prepares labs for students and conducts them. Grades lab reports and explains the grades to the students. Prepares quizzes, tests, exams and conducts them. Other relevant duties can be assigned.

EDUCATION

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

EXPERIENCE

Previous experience with teaching undergraduate labs and familiarity with non-chemistry major students (Biology, Chemistry, Nursing) are advantages. A commitment to teaching excellence at the undergraduate level, effective oral and written communication skills.

QUALIFICATIONS

Must be able to work with little or no supervision. Must be able to make decisions supporting the department's mission and goals. Must be able to handle multiple tasks and projects and prioritize based on departmental functionality. Must have excellent communication skills, oral and written. Must have interpersonal skills, and the ability to work within a culturally diverse organization. Must have a high level of professional appearance and demeanor. Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is primarily performed in a university campus environment and requires a flexible schedule including possible evening and weekend work. The employee is subject to inside environmental conditions, protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes.

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; and body mobility to stoop, kneel, and bend and reach.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

The application should include: A letter of application. A current curriculum vita. Undergraduate transcripts (unofficial copies will suffice for initial screening). Three references. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Other documentation may be requested. Specific questions can be directed to Dr. Carla Gallagher, Associate Professor and Interim Chair of the Department of Chemistry and Physics (cgallagher@lincoln.edu). Lincoln University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. More information about the institution is available through http://www.lincoln.edu