Postdoctoral Teaching position in Chemistry at Auburn University

Highlights:

1.      The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at Auburn University invites applications for 9-month Non-Tenure- Track Postdoctoral Teaching Fellowships to begin August 2, 2010.

2.      The Postdoctoral position is subject to renewal based on satisfactory performance and funding, for up to four years maximum. Successful candidates will assist in the instruction of CHEM 1117 (Honors General Chemistry I) and its associated laboratories in the Fall semester and CHEM 1127 (Honors General Chemistry II) and its associated laboratories in the spring semester.

3.      The fellowships are open to individuals who will have completed all requirements for their Ph.D. degree no later than August 15, 2010.

4.      The candidate must demonstrate experience and proficiency in undergraduate teaching, effective writing and interpersonal communication skills, and possess appropriate experience that will contribute to general studies content of the honors chemistry courses. Applications from candidates with strong background and record of achievement in teaching chemistry are particularly welcome.

5.      Teaching duties will include development and incorporation of new laboratory modules, leading laboratory discussion sections, and the supervision of graduate teaching assistants both Fall and Spring semesters. Fellows may also have the opportunity to design an independent Honors laboratory manual.

6.      Review of applications will begin July 12, 2010. Annual salary range is $40,000-$50,000.

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   Please submit a letter of application, a curriculum vitae, three letters of recommendation and a 500-word statement on teaching experience and philosophy to:Chair, Honors Search Committee
Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry
179 Chemistry Building
Auburn University, Auburn, AL 36849-5312
or to honorspostdoc@auburn.edu.

8.      Official transcripts will be needed by the interview date. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled and will be acknowledged by a letter from the Department. The candidate selected for this position must be able to meet eligibility requirements to work in the United States at the time appointment is scheduled to begin and continue working legally for the proposed term of employment; excellent communication skills required.

9.      Auburn University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
Women and Minorities are Encouraged to Apply.

10.  More information: http://www.auburn.edu