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Job Category: Academic Staff
Employment Type: Terminal (Fixed Term)
Job Profile: Teaching Specialist
Job Summary
Serve as a Teaching Specialist in the Department of Chemistry for one or more of the following courses. The number of sections required for a 50% appointment is listed behind each course:
- Chem 103, General Chemistry I (Two sections)
- Chem 104, General Chemistry II (Two sections)
- Chem 108, Chemistry In Our World (Two sections)
- Chem 116, Chemical Principles II (Two sections)
- Chem 311, Inorganic Chemistry (Two sections)
- Chem 327, Analytical Chemistry (One section)
- Chem 329, Analytical Chemistry (One section)
- Chem 342, Elementary Organic Chemistry Lab (Two sections)
- Chem 343, Organic Chemistry I (Four sections)
- Chem 344, Organic Chemistry Laboratory (One section and grading)
- Chem 345, Organic Chemistry II (Four sections)
- Chem 512, Advanced Synthesis and Laboratory Techniques (Two sections)
- Chem 524, Chemical Instrumentation (Three sections)
- Chem 561, Physical Chemistry I (Three sections, discussion only)
- Chem 562, Physical Chemistry II (Three sections, discussion only)
- Chem 563, Physical Chemistry I Laboratory (Three sections)
- Chem 564, Physical Chemistry II Laboratory (Three sections)
- Chem 565, Biophysical Chemistry (Two to four sections, discussion only)
- Chem 728, Electronics for Chemical Instrumentation (Three sections)
One 50% appointment equals approximately 20 hours per week for the entire semester. 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
There is a possibility this position could be extended in subsequent semesters to teach one or more of the courses listed on this job posting or similar courses within the department based on need, funding and eligibility.
Key Job Responsibilities
- 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
- Facilitates classroom and/or laboratory instruction for one or more courses including assessment of student performance
- Serves as an initial point of contact for students as it relates to specific course or series content and expectations
Department
College of Letters and Science, Department of Chemistry
Compensation
The minimum salary for this position is $50,000 per academic (9-month) year, full time (100%). The actual salary will be based on experience and qualifications. The salary for this Spring semester appointment will be prorated based on appointment percentage and duration.
Required Qualifications
Have completed advanced college chemistry courses.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience teaching courses at the college level.
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry or related field is required.
How to Apply
Click the "Apply" button to start the application process. To be considered for this recruitment, you must upload:
- CV/resume
- Cover Letter
Your cover letter and CV/resume should address how your skills, knowledge, and abilities reflect your ability to teach one or more of the courses listed.
There is only one attachment field; please upload all application materials here. All listed application materials must be submitted for your application to be considered. Please submit only the materials specified; additional materials will not be reviewed.
Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment.
The application deadline is 11:59pm on 12/28/2026.
Contact Information
For questions on the position, contact: Beatriz Lemire, beatriz.lemire@wisc.edu
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