Part-Time Lecturer Pool - Chemistry

San Jose State University; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 61,458 - 115,472; Part time

Job summary

San Jose State University invites applications for a pool of part-time lecturers to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in chemistry. The pool remains in place for two calendar years, with renewal based on department needs and performance.

Responsibilities include teaching across biochemistry, analytical, physical, organic and inorganic chemistry while leveraging Canvas LMS for all classes, and embracing inclusive teaching practices for a diverse student population.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in chemistry or equivalent is strongly recommended, although an M.S. in chemistry with teaching experience would also be considered for selected laboratory courses.
• Good oral and written communication skills, commitment to student learning and team performance are required.
• Awareness of and sensitivity to the educational goals of a multicultural population as might have been gained in cross-cultural study, training, teaching and other comparable experience.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in chemistry as part of a lecturer pool.
• Teach small to large lecture courses as well as laboratories across biochemistry, analytical, physical, organic and inorganic chemistry.
• Organize classes within the Canvas Learning Management System (LMS) to ensure faculty‑student connection.

Skills

Teaching

Communication

Diversity awareness

Education

Ph.D. in Chemistry

M.S. in Chemistry with teaching experience

Tools

Canvas LMS

Job description

Department Summary

The Chemistry Department at SJSU grants BA, BS and MS degrees. More details about the department can be found at https://www.sjsu.edu/chemistry/

Brief Description of Duties

We invite applications for a pool of part‑time lecturers, should an opening arise, to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in chemistry. The number of positions varies from semester to semester, depending on the needs of the Department. The pool will remain in place for two calendar years; those interested in remaining in the pool beyond that time must reapply. We are seeking outstanding lecturers who can teach small to large lecture courses as well as laboratories. Teaching areas include biochemistry, analytical chemistry, physical chemistry, organic chemistry and inorganic chemistry. Excellence in teaching is expected. Positions start at the beginning of a semester and appointments may be renewed based on department need, funding, and performance.

Candidate must demonstrate awareness of and address the needs of a student population of great diversity— including age, abilities, cultural background, ethnicity, religion, economic background, primary language, sexual orientation, gender identity, and academic preparation—through inclusive course materials, teaching strategies and advisement.

All Faculty should be organizing their classes within the Canvas Learning Management System (LMS), the official LMS provided for the SJSU community. All classes at SJSU, whether online or not, must be anchored in the Canvas platform to ensure faculty‑student connection in a common space as all students are directed to log in to Canvas for online access to their classes. You will have access to this system prior to the semester start date.

Required Qualifications

Ph.D. in chemistry or equivalent is strongly recommended, although an M.S. in chemistry with teaching experience would also be considered for selected laboratory courses. Good oral and written communication skills, commitment to student learning and team performance are required. Applicants should demonstrate an awareness of and sensitivity to the educational goals of a multicultural population as might have been gained in cross‑cultural study, training, teaching and other comparable experience.

Compensation

Compensation and salary range placement are determined by qualifications and experience. To learn more about range placement, please see University Policy S21-2.

Anticipated starting salary:

• L‑A / Range 2 – $5,507 – $5,959
• L‑B / Range 3 – $6,221 – $7,481
• L‑C / Range 4 – $6,825 – $9,431
• L‑D / Range 5 – $8,593 – $10,347

Range salaries above are the anticipated monthly salary rate of full‑time AY faculty—part‑time rates are prorated. There are 6 monthly payments per semester (full‑time AY annual salary = rate × 12). See the Faculty Salary Schedule for more information.

Application Procedure

Click Apply Now to complete the SJSU Online Employment Application and attach the following documents:

• CV
• Cover Letter
• List of at least three (3) or as many as five (5) references
• Statement of Teaching Philosophy
• Statement of Expertise, including professional experience, courses you are qualified to teach

This serves to create a pool of applicants for Chemistry lecturer pool positions. We review applications on a rolling basis as teaching positions become available. This is a continuing open position.

Employment Conditions

Faculty employees must complete CSU employee training as assigned and required based on their role (e.g., preventing discrimination and harassment, gender equity and Title IX, health and safety). Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) and CSU systemwide policy, the faculty member in this position will be subject to ongoing review for designation as a Campus Security Authority (CSA). Individuals designated as Campus Security Authorities are required to immediately report Clery incidents to the institution and to complete Clery Act training as determined by the University Clery Director. Questions regarding CSA designation and training can be sent to the Clery Director at [e-mail]. The President may recommend or require compliance with safety measures that decrease the likelihood of COVID‑19 transmission or illness and allows the core mission and activities of the campus to continue.

Conditional Offer

The work for this faculty position is located in the State of California and requires commuting to the campus. Employment is contingent upon proof of eligibility to work in the United States. Offers of employment are conditional, and may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

Appointment is contingent upon budget and enrollment considerations and subject to order of assignment provisions in the collective bargaining agreement between California State University and California Faculty Association. These provisions state the order in which available courses must be assigned to faculty, starting with tenure line faculty and ending with new lecturer appointees.

Equal Employment Statement

San Jose State University prohibits discrimination on the basis of Age, Ancestry, Caste, Color, Disability, Ethnicity, Gender, Gender Expression, Gender Identity, Genetic Information, Marital Status, Medical Condition, Military Status, Nationality, Race, Religion, Religious Creed, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Sex Stereotype, and Veteran Status. This policy applies to all San Jose State University students, faculty, and staff as well as University programs and activities. Reasonable accommodations are made for applicants with disabilities who self‑disclose. Note that all San Jose State University employees are considered mandated reporters under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and are required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act and Campus Housing Fire Safety Notification

pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, the Annual Security Report (ASR) is also now available for viewing at https://www.sjsu.edu/clery/docs/SJSU-Annual-Security-Report.pdf. The ASR contains the current security and safety‑related policy statements, emergency preparedness and evacuation information, crime prevention and Sexual Assault prevention information, and information about drug and alcohol prevention programming. The ASR also contains statistics of Clery crimes for San Jose State University locations for the three most recent calendar years. A paper copy of the ASR is available upon request by contacting the Office of the Clery Director by phone at 408‑924‑1501 or by email at [e-mail].

pursuant to the Higher Education Opportunity Act, the Annual Fire Safety Report (AFSR) is also available for viewing at https://www.sjsu.edu/clery/docs/SJSU-Annual-Fire-Safety-Report.pdf. The purpose of this report is to disclose statistics for fires that occurred within SJSU on‑campus housing facilities for the three most recent calendar years, and to distribute fire safety policies and procedures intended to promote safety on Campus. A paper copy of the AFSR is available upon request by contacting the Housing Office by phone at 408‑795‑5600 or by email at [e-mail].