Part-Time Academic CHEM 2402: Organic Chemistry II - 1 Lecture Assistant - Winter 2026

Dalhousie University; Halifax; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A Canadian university is seeking a Part-Time Academic for CHEM 2402: Organic Chemistry II. Responsibilities include preparing course materials, grading assignments, and providing student support. Candidates should hold a PhD in organic chemistry and have experience in university-level teaching. The role promotes an equitable and inclusive hiring process.

Qualifications

• Experience providing teaching support for the lecture or laboratory in organic chemistry at the university level.
• Proven experience in working independently and with a group.
• Well versed in second-year organic chemistry course content.

Responsibilities

• Work with course instructors in preparation and delivery of Chem 2402.
• Prepare course materials including video vignettes.
• Provide in-person tutorials/help sessions and exam preparation.

Skills

Independently working

Meeting workplace objectives

Strong background in organic chemistry

Education

PhD in organic chemistry or closely related subject

Job description

Part-Time Academic CHEM 2402: Organic Chemistry II - 1 Lecture Assistant - Winter 2026

Position Title Part-Time Academic CHEM 2402: Organic Chemistry II - 1 Lecture Assistant - Winter 2026

Posting Number

Posting Number PTAP3130P

Department/Unit

Location

Job Summary & Key Responsibilities

CHEM 2402: Organic Chemistry II – 1 Lecture Assistant – Winter 2026. Responsibilities for this position for organic chemistry instruction include working with the course instructors in preparation and delivery of Chem 2402. This will include preparation of course materials, including content video vignettes to be uploaded to Brightspace, preparation and marking of student assignments/quizzes/midterms/final examination, answering student enquires, posting to Brightspace in announcements and in the Discussion board, providing in-person tutorials/help sessions (up to 3 times a week) and exam preparation tutorials/help sessions (1 or 2 sessions before the in-person midterms and the final examination. This position reports to the Dean of the Faculty of Science through the Chair of the Department of Chemistry. In addition, the position may occasionally be assigned tasks in other courses.

Qualifications/Requirements of Position

The position requires a university degree (preferably a PhD degree) in organic chemistry (or a closely related subject). Experience providing teaching support for the lecture or laboratory in organic chemistry at the university level is required. The preferred applicant must have proven experience in working independently (as well as with a group), meeting workplace objectives and deadlines, and have a strong background in organic chemistry. The preferred applicant must be well versed in the course content for second year organic chemistry at the university level. The application package should be submitted via PeopleAdmin and should consist of a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a teaching dossier summarizing relevant teaching experience, and names/contact information of two referees, by the posting deadline.

Salary Range/Pay Rate

Salary Range/Pay Rate Per CUPE Collective Agreement

Additional Information

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity. If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here.