Job Description

Job Summary:

Serve as a Teaching Specialist in the Department of Chemistry for General Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, and Physical Chemistry.

Chem 103 - General Chemistry I
Chem 104 - General Chemistry II
Chem 327 - Fundamentals of Analytical Science
Chem 343 - Introductory Organic Chemistry
Chem 344 - Introductory Organic Chemistry Laboratory
Chem 345 - Intermediate Organic Chemistry
Chem 563/564 - Physical Chemistry Lab

Duties are similar to those of a teaching assistant and include the following:
-Teach lab and discussion sections
-Attend staff meetings
-Hold office hours
-Preparation time
-Proctor exams
-Grade assignments and exams

Responsibilities:

Teaches the quiz, tutorial, discussion or lab section(s) of a course or assists in the development of materials or programs under the direction of an academic staff or faculty member. May perform the same work as a Teaching Assistant, but is not a UW student.

• 70% Facilitates classroom and/or laboratory instruction for one or more courses including assessment of student performance
• 10% Assists with the development of instructional design and curriculum relevant to a course of instruction under the direction of an academic staff or faculty member
• 20% Serves as an initial point of contact for students as it relates to specific course or series content and expectations

Institutional Statement on Diversity:

Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.

The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.

For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Diversity and Inclusion

Education:

Required
Bachelor's Degree
Minimum of B.S. in chemistry or related field required.

Qualifications:

College-level physical chemistry course required.

Work Type:

Full or Part Time: 25% - 100%

It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.

Appointment Type, Duration:

Terminal, 2 month appointment.
This position has the possibility to be extended or converted to an ongoing appointment based on need and/or funding

Salary:

Minimum $50,000 SUMMER SESSION
Depending on Qualifications
This salary is for a full time (100%) position for an academic year (9 months). The salary for this Summer term position will be prorated based on the appointment duration and percentage.

How to Apply:

Please click on the "Apply Now" button to start the application process.

For questions on the position, contact: Beatriz Lemire, beatriz.lemire@wisc.edu , 608-890-0298.

Applicants must upload a cover letter, c.v. or resume, and contact information for three professional references, including your current supervisor. References will not be contacted without advance notice.

Your cover letter should address your qualifications as they pertain to the qualifications listed above.

Contact:

Beatriz Bolanos Lemire
beatriz.lemire@wisc.edu
608-890-0298
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.

Official Title:

Teaching Specialist(TL024)

Department(s):

A48-COL OF LETTERS & SCIENCE/CHEMISTRY/CHEMISTRY

Employment Class:

Academic Staff-Terminal

Job Number:

312981-AS

The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. For more information regarding applicant and employee rights and to view federal and state required postings, click here

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Employment may require a criminal background check. It may also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.

The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).

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About University of Wisconsin Madison

Work with purpose, make an impact, and grow your career. The University of Wisconsin–Madison is committed to equity, inclusion and employee well-being as we proudly work to improve the lives of people in Wisconsin and beyond.Join a world-class educational and research institution, located in one of America's best places to live and work. The University of Wisconsin–Madison has been a catalyst for the extraordinary since its founding in 1848. As a public land-grant university and prolific research institution, our guiding principle is the Wisconsin Idea, a long-standing commitment to conducting outreach that contributes to a better future for our state, our nation, and the world.In a survey of working Americans conducted by Forbes, UW?Madison ranked among the top 100 America’s Best Large Employers in 2022. Our location in Madison, Wisconsin, is consistently rated one of the best places to live in the United States. A variety of independent rankings place Madison among the best U.S. cities for livability, work-life balance, fitness, opportunities for women, best places to raise children, and other measures. We were also named one of the Best Universities for Commuters in 2021.More th ... an 24,000 faculty and staff work at our schools, colleges, and administrative units. Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation at UW–Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinions enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.

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