Employer Information
Angelo State University

Job Title
Visiting Assistant Professor in Chemistry

Job Detail
Number of Positions: 1

Job Type: Faculty

Category: Chemistry

Posted: 2008-04-28

Deadline: Open until filled

Location: San Angelo, TX

Job Description & Requirement
ANGELO STATE UNIVERSITY
Member, Texas Tech University System

Job Opening For Faculty Position of

Visiting Assistant Professor in Chemistry
Job Posting #0804-005

POSITION INFORMATION
Department of Biochemistry & Chemistry
Position Number 999461
Posting Date: April 25, 2008

SALARY AND BENEFITS
Commensurate with candidate's experience and qualifications. Excellent benefits package. Click here for more information.

EXPECTED DATE OF APPOINTMENT
August 22, 2008

DESCRIPTION
Visiting Fellowship in Chemistry Education:
This position will involve a combination of teaching General Chemistry lecture and labs (2/3rds time) coupled with major participation (1/3rd time) in a major course redesign project, "Closing the Gap in CHEM 1411", aimed at increasing access and success in traditional barrier courses. This is a one-year fixed term position. Form more information on the redesign project, see http://www.angelo.edu/faculty/dcarter/GenChemProject.

SPECIAL SKILLS AND REQUIREMENTS
The successful applicant will possess strong communication and organizational skills and a desire to develop innovative learning experiences. Candidates should be dedicated to excellence in teaching and have a passion to participate in the development of an innovative General Chemistry curriculum. Preference will be given to candidates with training in science pedagogy or significant chemistry course development experience.

QUALIFICATIONS
Ph.D. in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Education or a closely related field. Candidates with an M.S. and substantial teaching and course design experience are also invited to apply.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
1. Application for Faculty Appointment ( http://www.angelo.edu/forms/pdf/Faculty_Application.pdf)
2. An official letter of interest (including reference to the job posting number) highlighting work experience and accomplishments relevant to the position;
3. A current curriculum vitae or resume;
4. The names and contact information, including email addresses, of at least three professional references.
5. A description of your teaching philosophy and interest in redesigning the General Chemistry curriculum.

Individuals selected for an interview must provide official college or university transcripts.

Mail to: Angelo State University
Office of the Provost
ASU Station #11008
San Angelo, TX 76909-1008

Or fax to: 325-942-2128

Email questions to: academic.affairs@angelo.edu

APPLICATION DEADLINE
Open until filled.

UNIVERSITY PROFILE
http://www.angelo.edu/publications/employment/universityprofile.html.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

Application:
Postal Address: Angelo State University
Office of the Provost
ASU Station #11008
San Angelo, TX 76909-1008

Online App. Form: http://www.angelo.edu/forms/pdf/Faculty_Application.pdf

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