Adjunct Faculty, Chemistry (Continuous Recruitment)

facultyemployment-stthomas; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 6,000 - 6,700; Part time

Job summary

The University of St. Thomas Chemistry Department invites applications for an adjunct faculty appointment to teach one or more sections of chemistry lecture and/or lab courses. This posting is continuously open; qualified applicants will be part of a pool for biannual review.

Salary ranges from $5,994 to $6,717 per 4-credit undergraduate course, depending on credentials and experience. Teaching load typically spans one to two lectures or laboratory sections per semester, and instructors work

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Chemistry or closely related field; Ph.D. preferred in the related subdiscipline they will teach.
• ABD status encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Teach one or more sections of chemistry lecture and/or laboratory courses.
• Work under guidance of a lead faculty mentor.
• Contribute to undergraduate student development and enrollment in the chemistry program.

Education

Advanced degree in Chemistry or closely related field

PhD preferred

ABD status encouraged

Job description

OVERVIEW

The University of St. Thomas Chemistry Department invites applications for an adjunct faculty appointment, to teach one or more sections of chemistry lecture and/or lab courses.

This posting is continuously open, and qualified applicants will be part of a pool of candidates for review biannually.

The salary range for the College of Arts and Sciences Adjunct positions ranges from $5,994 to $6,717 (per 4 credit undergraduate course, 3 credit graduate course). Rate of pay is determined by academic credential and years of teaching experience.

Teaching load generally ranges from one to two lectures or laboratory sections per semester, depending upon department needs and enrollments. Adjunct instructors will work under the guidance of a lead faculty mentor and should be dedicated to the instruction and development of undergraduate students. We seek candidates interested in facilitating meaningful experiences between students and faculty that empower undergraduate students to find success and to solve challenging problems in service of the common good.

The University of St. Thomas embraces belonging and equal opportunity for all. Our convictions of dignity, diversity and personal attention call us to embody and champion an inclusive environment. The University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer (EEO). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, or other protected characteristic. This commitment to inclusion and equal opportunity is consistent with our mission: Inspired by Catholic intellectual tradition, the University of St. Thomas educates students to be morally responsible leaders who think critically, act wisely, and work skillfully to advance the common good. A successful candidate will possess a commitment to the ideals of this mission.

QUALIFICATIONS

Qualifications

We will consider candidates that have an advanced degree Chemistry or closely related field with a doctorate (Ph.D.) preferred in the related subdiscipline they will be teaching. We encourage graduate students with an ABD status to apply.

**This posting is for a pooled, adjunct faculty position for continuous recruitment. Review of candidates is typically done two times annually – late spring/summer and late fall/winter.**

Established in 1885, the University of St. Thomas is located in the major metropolitan area of Minneapolis-St. Paul, and is Minnesota’s largest private university. Its 9,000 students pursue degrees in a wide range of liberal arts, professional, and graduate programs.

In light of its commitment to create and maintain a safe learning and working environment, employment with the University of St. Thomas requires consent and successful completion of a background screening.

Official job posting is available atwww.stthomas.edu/jobs.