About the Job

PLEASE NOTE: This job posting is standing announcement for use as needed during Summer 2024 and the 2024-25 academic year

Lecturers are responsible for course content and scheduling, preparing and presenting multiple lectures per week, writing original exams and executing the logistics of the course in coordination with teaching assistants.

Lecturers have full responsibility for assigning exam and course grades.

It is not normally expected that persons in this classification would be expected to fulfill the other missions of the University.

The percentage of appointment varies from semester to semester, dependent upon the number of courses being taught at one time.

UPlan benefits are offered for postions of 75% time (30 hours per week) or higher.

Qualifications

REQUIRED:

MS degree in Chemistry or related field Experience teaching chemistry courses

PREFERRED:

PhD degree in Chemistry or related field Experience with large lecture courses at the university level

About the Department

The Department of Chemistry at the University of Minnesota (UMN) provides a world-class education through classroom teaching and cutting-edge research. As a central, core discipline in science and engineering, chemistry is critical for solving society's most important problems and making significant positive impacts on human health, energy, and the environment. The UMN Department of Chemistry has been a national and international leader throughout its history. A wide range of companies and academic institutions from across the world hire our graduates and collaborate with us on research. Department of Chemistry alumni have enormous societal impact as academicians, K-12 teachers, scientists and managers in industrial and government laboratories, lawyers, public policy advocates, entrepreneurs, and in a diverse array of other fields.

Benefits

Working at the University

At the University of Minnesota, you’ll find a flexible work environment and supportive colleagues who are interested in lifelong learning. We prioritize work-life balance, allowing you to invest in the future of your career and in your life outside of work.

The University also offers a comprehensive benefits package for employees with 75-100% appointment (30-40 hours / week) that includes:

Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts University HSA contributions Disability and employer-paid life insurance Employee wellbeing program Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Financial counseling services  Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost

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