What are the responsibilities and job description for the Visiting Lecturer of Organic Chemistry position at University of Redlands?
APPOINTMENT: Visiting Lecturer of Geographic Information Science
DEPARTMENT/SCHOOL: Department of Geographic Information Science
MONTHS: 9 months
SALARY RANGE: $51,480
BENEFITS OVERVIEW: BROCHURE
AVAILABLE: August 2025
POSTING DATE: February 19, 2025
Available: Start date is open; beginning no later than August 2025.
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled. Review of application materials begins on March 17, 2025.
The Chemistry Department at the University of Redlands is seeking to hire a full-time visiting lecturer to join the department for academic year 2025-2026. The position will begin August 2025, with an expected salary of $51,480.
Primary teaching responsibilities will include instruction in Organic Chemistry lectures and lab as well as first and second semester General Chemistry lectures and labs for a total of eight course equivalents a year. Candidates must demonstrate a strong dedication to teaching and mentoring students with diverse educational backgrounds, including students with little to no background in chemistry as well as those who have had numerous high school and college chemistry courses. See https://www.redlands.edu/study/schools-and-centers/college-of-arts-and-sciences/undergraduate-studies/chemistry/ for more information about the University and the Chemistry Department.
The University of Redlands is an independent, private university with strong roots in liberal arts education. As a Hispanic Serving Institution, with 40% of our student body composed of first-generation students, we believe that bringing together faculty, students, and staff from diverse cultural and/or socio-economic backgrounds creates a richer learning environment. The University also has a strong commitment to community service learning. The Chemistry Department is ACS accredited and contributes to the College of Arts and Sciences general education program and serves undergraduate majors. Experiential learning, collaborative learning, and faculty-student interaction are highly valued in this close-knit academic community.
A PhD (or near completion of degree) in chemistry is required at the time of appointment. A complete application should include: a cover letter, CV, a statement of teaching philosophy (including a description of their approach to teaching students with diverse educational and socioeconomic backgrounds) submitted electronically via (link), and three letters of recommendation submitted via e-mail to david_schrum@redlands.edu. Questions about the position should be addressed to Prof. David Schrum via email (David_schrum@redlands.edu).
The position is open until filled, with initial review of applications beginning April 7, 2025. The University of Redlands is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from under-represented groups.
TO APPLY: A resume/CV and cover letter are required. In compliance with The Americans with Disabilities Act, if selected for the interview process and accommodations are needed, please call (909) 748-8040. If you are unable to complete an application due to a disability, contact us at (909) 748-8040 to ask for accommodation or an alternative application process.
HIRING RANGE: Anticipated hiring range is near or at the minimum of the classification, commensurate with candidate's education, experience, skills, and training. The University of Redlands is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience. The full salary range for this position is defined as the Full Pay Range. The budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position defined as the Hiring Range. Placement within the Hiring Range is determined by internal equity, and relevant qualifications.
BACKGROUND CHECK: Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment. The University will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current employee who was conditionally offered the position.
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AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
Salary : $51,480
