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Adjunct, Chemistry

Corpus Christi, TX · On-site

The PENS department offers undergraduate degrees in Chemistry, Environmental Science, Geology, Atmospheric Science, and Physics. The PENS department also offers master's degrees in Chemistry ...

Tamus

Adjunct, Chemistry

Corpus Christi, TX

The PENS department offers undergraduate degrees in Chemistry, Environmental Science, Geology, Atmospheric Science, and Physics. The PENS department also offers master's degrees in Chemistry ...

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Adjunct, Chemistry

Tamus

Corpus Christi, TX • On-site

Part-time

Re-posted 22 days ago

Job description

Job Title

Adjunct, Chemistry

Agency

Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi

Department

College of Science - Physical and Environmental Sciences

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Corpus Christi, Texas

Job Type

Faculty

Job Description

The Department of Physical and Environmental Sciences (PENS) of Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi invites applications for Chemistry Adjunct faculty position(s). The candidates will be expected to teach undergraduate labs (primarily General Chemistry I & II as well as possibly Organic Chemistry I & II) and possibly some lectures. The lecture courses would be dependent on the area of expertise (background) of the candidate.

The chemistry program is part of an interdisciplinary department, the Department of Physical and Environmental Sciences (PENS). The PENS department offers undergraduate degrees in Chemistry, Environmental Science, Geology, Atmospheric Science, and Physics. The PENS department also offers master's degrees in Chemistry, Environmental Science, Coastal and Marine System Science. In addition, the department also offers a PhD in Coastal and Marine System Science. This is an open-ended search and applications will be taken at any time.

Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi is a vibrant, Hispanic & Minority Serving Doctoral Research Institution that proudly provides a solid academic reputation, renowned faculty, and highly rated degree programs since 1947. The University has a heritage of teaching excellence with innovation in research and community engagement as part of the distinguished Texas A&M System. The only university in the nation located on its own island, at the heart of the Texas Gulf Coast. With palm tree lined pathways throughout the campus, nearby natural wetlands, a scenic hike-and-bike trail and pristine views of the beach and bays, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi is a first-choice institution.

Qualifications: Candidates must have a Master's or PhD degree in chemistry or at least 18 hours of graduate level chemistry courses.

Job Duties: The candidates will be expected to teach undergraduate labs (primarily General Chemistry I & II as well as possibly Organic Chemistry I & II) and possibly some lectures. The lecture courses would be dependent on the area of expertise (background) of the candidate.

A completed application will include:

1. A letter of application addressing qualifications listed above including a statement of teaching philosophy,
2. A curriculum vitae
3. Three professional references including name, address, title, telephone number, and email addresses, and
4. Copies of transcripts of graduate coursework.

The position(s) will remain open until filled.

Questions? If you have any questions regarding this position(s) please send your questions to Dr. James Silliman at james.silliman@tamucc.edu.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

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