Part-Time Materials Science Lecturer: Polymer Materials Course

University of Virginia; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 6,300 - 7,700; Part time

Job summary

The University of Virginia’s Department of Materials Science and Engineering invites applications for a part-time Wage Lecturer to develop and teach a new course, Processing of Polymeric Materials, as a Spring 2027 elective for undergraduates.

The appointment is expected to begin in Fall 2026 (September). Total compensation for the appointment is $7,000, and the lecturer will deliver instruction, prepare materials, hold office hours, and advise students through grading and assessment.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Materials Science, Polymer Science, or closely related field
• Demonstrated teaching experience and/or relevant expertise in the related subject area.

Responsibilities

• Developing, preparing, and distributing course materials
• Delivering classroom instruction and maintaining scheduled contact hours
• Holding office hours and meeting with students as scheduled
• Evaluating student performance through grading and assessment
• Providing student advising and mentoring

Skills

Teaching experience

Education

Ph.D. in Materials Science or Polymer Science

Job description

The University of Virginia’s Department of Materials Science and Engineering invites applications for a part-time Wage Lecturer to develop and teach a new course, Processing of Polymeric Materials, as a Spring 2027 elective for undergraduates.

The appointment is expected to begin in Fall 2026 (September). Total compensation for the appointment is $7,000, and the lecturer will deliver instruction, prepare materials, hold office hours, and advise students through grading and assessment.