Part-time Lecturer - Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry

Position description Mount Allison University acknowledges, honours, and respects that the land named Sackville, NB is part of the unceded territory of the Mi’kmaq People who are the historic inhabitants, custodians, and dwellers on the land where our University is built and confirms its commitment to strengthening relationships with all Indigenous peoples. Mount Allison University is committed to diversity and inclusiveness. We encourage applications from members of equity-deserving groups, including but not limited to racialized individuals, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and persons of all sexual and gender identities. We seek candidates with qualifications and knowledge to contribute to the further diversification of our campus community. The Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry at Mount Allison University invites applications for a part-time stipendiary appointment for the Fall 2026 or Winter 2027 term, to teach a 3000 or 4000-level elective Chemistry course. A one-page course outline should be provided, with prerequisites from Mount Allison’s course offerings in chemistry identified (https://selfservice.mta.ca/Student/Student/Courses/Search?subjects=CHEM). The successful candidate should have a completed PhD in Chemistry or related field. Doctoral students in final stages of their thesis are welcome to apply, and prior teaching experience is preferred. The anticipated enrollment in the course is approximately 30 students and involves 3-4 hours of scheduled office hours per week to assist students. The complete application should include a cover letter, CV with names and contact information of 3 references, and a 1-page statement of teaching philosophy as a single .pdf file. Applications are being managed through Academic Jobs Online https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/32381 and should be submitted to that site, not by email. Questions Should Be Directed To Dr. Vicki Meli, Chair of the Part-time Search Committee Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry Mount Allison University 62 York Street, Sackville, NB E4L 1E2 E‐mail: [email protected] A review of complete applications will begin on August 13, 2026 and continue until the position is filled. At Mount Allison, we are committed to ensuring your interview experience is as comfortable and accessible as possible. If you require any accommodations or adjustments during the interview process, please do not hesitate to inform us. Your needs are important to us, and our dedicated team is here to support you. Please contact People and Culture at [email protected] if you have any questions. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Canadian and permanent residents should indicate their citizenship status in their application.

The lecturer will teach a 3000 or 4000-level elective Chemistry course for approximately 30 students. Responsibilities include providing a course outline and conducting 3-4 hours of weekly office hours to assist students.

Candidates must have a completed PhD in Chemistry or a related field, though doctoral students in the final stages of their thesis are welcome. Prior teaching experience is preferred.

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• Chemistry Teaching
• Biochemistry
• Curriculum Development
• Student Mentorship
• Academic Instruction

• Education
• Science & Research

Formation minimale

Maîtrise

Expérience minimale

2+ ans

Postuler avant le

3 sept. 2026

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

40 heures par semaine

Niveau d’expérience

Entry level