Part-Time Sessional Chemistry Faculty Position (one-year term)

Trinity Western University; City of Langley; On-site; Part time

Job summary

A global Christian university in Langley, BC is seeking a part-time instructor for laboratory instruction in chemistry. The role involves teaching general and organic chemistry labs, as well as supervising teaching assistants. Candidates should have at least a BSc in chemistry, and those with teaching experience are preferred. This is a fixed-term position from August 15, 2023, to April 30, 2024. The university values diversity and encourages applications from underrepresented groups.

Qualifications

• Must have a BSc in chemistry to apply.
• Preferred candidates will have teaching experience.
• Availability must align with scheduled lab sections.

Responsibilities

• Teach and evaluate undergraduate chemistry laboratory courses.
• Supervise teaching assistants for general and organic chemistry.

Skills

Teaching experience

Chemistry laboratory instruction

Supervision of teaching assistants

Education

BSc in chemistry

Job description

Overview

The Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Natural and Applied Sciences (FNAS) at Trinity Western University invites applications for a fixed one-year term as a Part-Time Instructor focusing on laboratory instruction and supervision, starting August 15, 2023 and ending April 30, 2024. Candidates with teaching experience are preferred but at minimum must have a BSc in chemistry to apply. The position requires teaching and evaluating general, organic, or advanced chemistry lab experience for undergraduate students. Supervision of teaching assistants for general and organic chemistry is also required. Availability must align with currently scheduled lab sections.

Employer and Institution Information

Trinity Western University is a global Christian university of the arts, sciences, and professions located in Langley, British Columbia, Canada. TWU is recognized for quality and is consistently ranked among top universities for Educational Experience by the National Survey of Student Engagement; holds two Canada Research Chairs; wins National Championships in U Sports; and emphasizes experiential learning to prepare graduates to make a global impact. Interested candidates should review the TWU Mission Statement, Statement of Faith, and Community Covenant (available here). Successful candidates must be willing to support these statements during employment at TWU.

Application Materials

All prospective faculty are required to submit the following as part of their online application:

• a cover letter;
• a curriculum vitae;
• verification of doctoral (or terminal) degree;
• signed Statement of Faith and Community Covenant;

Please complete the online application available here; only complete applications will be considered. Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is found.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Western University encourages applications from all eligible candidates who are able to commit to the university’s mission, values, and Christian identity as articulated in its Statement of Faith and Community Covenant. We are committed to an ethic of inclusion and to the equal treatment of all persons without discrimination in accordance with human rights law. We particularly invite applications from Indigenous people, women, persons with disabilities, and visible minorities. Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations during the application process should contact the People & Culture Department at [e-mail].

Trinity Western University is located on the traditional ancestral territory of the Sto:lo people.

$5,720 per 3 credit course