Full-Time Lecturer in Chemistry

Full-time Lecturer in Chemistry

The Department of Chemistry at the University of West Georgia (UWG) is seeking applications for a full-time Lecturer position to teach General Chemistry, Nursing Chemistry, and Introductory Organic Chemistry courses (lecture and laboratory). The applicant should have experience and/or interest in teaching a diverse group of students. Master’s degree in Chemistry is required, doctorate preferred. Position starts August 1^st, 2019.

To Apply:

Please send a pdf file of the following to Dr. Gaquere-Parker at agaquere@westga.edu:

• Cover letter
• Curriculum vitae
• Statement of teaching philosophy
• Academic transcripts

In addition, please arrange to have three letters of reference sent at the same email address. Materials need to be received no later than March 4^th, 2019.

UWG is a comprehensive regional public university located in Carrollton, Georgia, an hour west of the diverse and vibrant Atlanta metropolis. Part of the University System of Georgia, UWG has a total enrollment of approximately 13,000 students, with 36% African American and 49% first generation college students. UWG is an Equal Opportunity Employer; applications from traditionally underrepresented groups are encouraged.

It is the policy of the University of West Georgia to follow federal law in regards to affirmative action and equal opportunity. The University of West Georgia’s affirmative action program and related policies are developed in compliance with Executive Orders 11246 and 11375, as amended; Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964; the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Sections 503 & 504) and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (Title II) and their implementing regulations; the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967; and the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, as it amends 38 U.S.C. 4212.

Please be advised that should you be recommended for a position, University System of Georgia Board of Regents policy requires the completion of a background check as a prior condition of employment.

UWG is a qualifying employer under the Department of Education Public Service Loan Forgiveness program (PSLF). This program provides student loan repayment and forgiveness for qualifying loans for eligible full-time employees. See https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/repay-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service for more information.