Quarterly Lecturer in Chemistry/Biochemistry Department

Position Title:

Quarterly Lecturer in Chemistry/Biochemistry Department

Position Type:

Temporary

Salary Range:

$9033 for each 4 or 5 unit course

Purpose:

The Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry at Santa Clara University, a Jesuit, Catholic university, seeks applicants for Quarterly Lecturer (non-tenure track) positions to teach laboratory courses in General Chemistry and Organic Chemistry. Specific assignments will be made according to the academic qualifications of the individual and programmatic need. Santa Clara University is on the quarter system, and the quarters are 10 weeks long with an 11th week for final examinations. This is an applicant pool; as such positions are hired as needed. The successful candidate will teach no more than 2 courses in any quarter and no more than four courses over the fall, winter and spring quarters. All classes will be presented in- person, however, if the county health and university health conditions deteriorate, the successful candidate may be asked to teach part of the course online.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
(1) Terminal degree (Ph.D.) in Chemistry, Biochemistry or a closely-related field. Applicants who are ABD or possess a Master’s degree, accompanied by commensurate academic experience in chemistry or a closely-related field (5-7 years of college or professional teaching) will be considered.
(2) Demonstrated excellence in teaching chemistry at the college level.
(3) Excellent communication skills.
(4) You may add department-specific “required” qualifications.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
(1) Experience with inclusive pedagogical practices that advance SCU goals of diversity and equity.
(2) Experience teaching and mentoring a diverse population of undergraduate students.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

TEACHING (100%).
Teaching duties will not exceed more than two courses in any quarter and no more than four in any academic year, and will include but are not limited to fulfilling all responsibilities associated with assigned courses, including:
a. Conducting and appearing at all assigned class meetings in a timely and prepared manner that demonstrates a command of the discipline and skill in presenting it effectively;
b. Assigning and evaluating assignments that align with the course description and course learning outcomes, and providing timely feedback to students;
c. Holding regular weekly office hours on- campus;
d. Submitting student grades that are appropriate, accurate and fair measures of student performance to the Office of the Registrar by the designated deadline;
e. Administering numerical and narrative evaluations for all courses;
f. Where applicable, teaching from an approved syllabus for the University Core courses assigned or working with the Chair to design an appropriate syllabus for submission for approval from the relevant Faculty Core Curriculum Committee.

SERVICE (0%): This position does not require any service duties. You may be invited, but not required, to attend department meetings or activities.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Please note that your employment is subject to the
terms of a collective bargaining agreement between the University and the Service
Employees International Union Local 1021 (“Local 1021”; see
https://www.scu.edu/provost/faculty-affairs/cba-ntt/).

REQUESTED APPLICATION MATERIALS:
Applications due December 15, 2024.
Please upload CV, sample syllabi, and teaching evaluations from previous courses, a short cover letter, and contact information for references.

COVID-19 Statement

The health and safety of the University community is a top priority. The University strongly recommends that all employees are fully vaccinated for COVID-19 as the vaccination and boosters are safe, effective tools that significantly minimize the chances of serious illness and hospitalization. Please contact Human Resources if you have any questions.

Telecommute

Santa Clara University is registered to do business in the following states: California, Nevada, Oregon, Washington, Arizona, and Illinois. Employees approved to telecommute are required to perform their work within one of these states.

Work Authorization:

SCU does not sponsor any applicants for work visas for this position.  The successful candidate must be able to provide evidence of identity and legal authorization to work in the United States.

EEO Statement

​Equal Opportunity/Notice of Nondiscrimination

Santa Clara University is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Fe