CHEM 2402: Organic Chemistry II – 1 Lecture Assistant – Winter 2025

Responsibilities for this position for organic chemistry instruction include working with the course instructors in preparation and delivery of Chem 2402. This will include preparation of course materials, including content video vignettes to be uploaded to Brightspace, preparation and marking of student assignments/quizzes/midterms/final examination, answering student enquires, providing in-person tutorials (2 or 3 times a week) and exam preparation tutorials (1 or 2 sessions before the in-person midterm and the final examination). This position will also support laboratory delivery. This position reports to the Dean of the Faculty of Science through the Chair of the Department of Chemistry. In addition, the position may occasionally be assigned tasks in other courses.

The position requires a university degree (preferably a PhD degree) in organic chemistry (or a closely related subject). Experience providing teaching support for the lecture or laboratory in organic chemistry at the university level is required. The preferred applicant must have proven experience in working independently (as well as with a group), meeting workplace objectives and deadlines, and have a strong background in organic chemistry. The preferred applicant must be well versed in the course content for second year organic chemistry at the university level.

The application package should be submitted via PeopleAdmin and should consist of a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a teaching dossier summarizing relevant teaching experience, and names/contact information of two referees, by the posting deadline.

All offers of employment as a Part-Time Academic are conditional upon sufficient student enrolment in the course and approval by the University.

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity.

Dalhousie also recognizes the need to accommodate candidates to ensure their full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can by viewed online at https://www.dal.ca/policies. For further information regarding this position, or to request accommodation at any stage of the hiring process, please email chmchair@dal.ca.

Responsibilities for this position includes working with the teaching team in the preparation and delivery of all aspects of lab for Chem 2402 in the Winter 2025 term. This may include preparation of course materials, preparation and marking of student assignments/quizzes/midterms/final examination, answering student enquiries, running lab sessions, running tutorials, and other tasks as assigned by senior members of the teaching team. This position reports to the Dean of the Faculty of Science through the Chair of the Department of Chemistry.

The position requires a minimum of an MSc degree (PhD preferred) or two years of graduate studies in Chemistry, with a specialization in organic chemistry. Experience providing teaching support for classroom or laboratory teaching at the university level is required, experience at providing teaching support for an undergraduate organic chemistry class is preferred. The preferred applicant must have proven experience in working independently (as well as with a group) and meeting workplace objectives and deadlines.

The application package should be submitted via PeopleAdmin and should consist of a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a teaching dossier summarizing relevant teaching experience, and names/contact information of two referees, by the posting deadline.

All offers of employment as a Part-Time Academic are conditional upon sufficient student enrolment in the course and approval by the University.

Please indicate in the cover letter if you would like to be considered for two PTA positions.

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity

Dalhousie also recognizes the need to accommodate candidates to ensure their full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can by viewed online at https://www.dal.ca/policies. For further information regarding this position, or to request accommodation at any stage of the hiring process, please email chmchair@dal.ca.