Part-time Lecturer - Chemistry

University of Texas at Dallas; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A public research university in Richardson, Texas, is seeking a Lecturer to teach undergraduate and/or graduate classes. This role requires an earned graduate degree in the related academic discipline, preferably a Ph.D. in Chemistry or Biochemistry, along with relevant teaching experience. Responsibilities include preparing and teaching classes, maintaining communication with students, and contributing to assessment processes. The university promotes a welcoming and inclusive environment for all employees.

Qualifications

• An earned Ph.D. in Chemistry or Biochemistry with teaching experience.
• An earned graduate degree appropriate to the academic discipline.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and teach undergraduate classes and/or labs.
• Maintain contact with student population in the classroom and via electronic learning platforms.
• Contribute assessment information as requested.
• Participate in course evaluation surveys.

Education

Ph.D. in Chemistry or Biochemistry

Graduate degree appropriate to the academic discipline

Job description

Lecturers teach one or more undergraduate and/or graduate sections in a given term. Appointments carry no guarantee or expectation of renewal or tenure.

Minimum Education and Experience

An earned graduate degree appropriate to the academic discipline/topic and a record of productivity and professional achievement.

Preferred Education and Experience

An earned Ph.D. in Chemistry or Biochemistry with a record of productivity and professional achievement. Teaching experience at the college level.

Other Qualifications

To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare and teach undergraduate classes and/or labs;
• Maintain contact with student population in the classroom and via electronic learning platforms (eLearning);
• Contribute assessment information and data as requested through the administration and the Assessment Team;
• Participate in course evaluation surveys.

Special Instructions and Policies

All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public.

The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the ADA Coordinator. For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator.