The Department of Chemistry in the College of Science and Technology invites nominations and applications for the position of non-tenure track Lecturer in Chemistry. Georgia Southern University, an institution of the University System of Georgia, and a Carnegie Doctoral/Research University, is the largest and most comprehensive center of higher education in the southern half of Georgia. A residential university serving 16,841 students in fall 2007, Georgia Southern’s hallmark is a superior educational experience emphasizing academic distinction, excellent teaching, and student success. Founded in 1906, the University offers 118 degree programs at the baccalaureate, master’s, and doctoral levels through eight colleges. The 675-acre campus is located in Statesboro, a Main Street community of approximately 30,000 residents, 50 miles northwest of historic Savannah, and 200 miles southeast of Atlanta.
Within this setting, the Department of Chemistry offers curricular programs approved by the American Chemical Society (ACS) and is comprised of 17 tenured and tenure-track faculty committed to undergraduate education that includes a commitment to undergraduate research. In 2007 the Department ranked 13th in the nation for the number of ACS certified graduates it produces. The Department is rapidly increasing its externally funded research activities and is housed in a new 47,000 square foot chemistry building. The Department focuses on high quality, student-centered undergraduate education; preparing students for careers in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, education, and the chemical industry. Students are active in the ACS Student Affiliate chapter, which has been recognized as Outstanding or Commendable Chapter of the ACS in each of the past 7 years. Over 75% of chemistry majors engage in undergraduate research, furthering their preparedness for post-baccalaureate studies in many fields. A hallmark of this Department is faculty mentoring of undergraduate chemistry majors. Information describing the Department and its faculty can be found at http://cost.georgiasouthern.edu/chemistry/.
Position Description. Reporting to the Chemistry Department Chair, the Lecturer in Chemistry will be responsible for a workload of 12 credit hours per semester in teaching general chemistry courses and general chemistry laboratories, and other duties as specified by the Chemistry Department Chair. The position is a 9-month appointment, and the salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience. Lecturer positions are renewable one-year appointments based on performance not to exceed six consecutive years of service. Lecturers are not eligible for the award of tenure. Promotion to Senior Lecturer after six years of service to the institution is allowed if the individual has demonstrated exceptional teaching ability and value to the institution.
Required Qualifications:
Applicants must hold an earned M.S. or Ph.D. in Chemistry by August 1, 2009. Evidence of a commitment to teaching; ability to teach undergraduate chemistry courses and laboratories; ability to work with diverse populations; and effective communication skills in spoken and written English are also required.
Preferred Qualifications:
• A minimum of 2 years of college/university teaching.
Screening of applications begins December 15, 2008, and continues until the position is filled. The position starting date is August 1, 2009. A complete application consists of a letter addressing the qualifications cited above; a curriculum vitae; a statement of teaching philosophy; three letters of reference; the names, addresses, email addresses, and telephone numbers of those references, and unofficial graduate and undergraduate transcripts. Other documentation may be requested. Georgia Southern University seeks to recruit individuals who are committed to working in diverse academic and professional communities. Applications should be sent to:
Norman E. Schmidt, Search Chair, Search #56635
Department of Chemistry
Georgia Southern University
P. O. Box 8064
Statesboro GA 30460-5681
Electronic mail: xxxxxxx@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx.xxx
Telephone: 912-478-5681
More information about the institution is available through http://www.georgiasouthern.edu or http://cost.georgiasouthern.edu/chemistry. Georgia Southern University seeks individuals who are committed to excellence in teaching, scholarship, and professional service within the University and beyond. Finalists will be required to submit to a background investigation. Georgia is an Open Records state. Georgia Southern University is an AA/EO institution. Individuals who need reasonable accommodations under the ADA to participate in the search process should contact the Associate Provost.
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