Athabasca University's Learning Services Tutorial Department is seeking an Academic Expert/Marker for the following courses:
CHEM 305 Organic Chemistry Theory I
CHEM 306 Organic Chemistry Theory II
Qualifcations and Experience Required:A minimum of a Master's degree (PhD preferred) in organic chemistry. These courses deal with the chemistry of carbon compounds through a study of the characteristic reactions of the common functional groups and includes an introduction to the use of spectroscopy in the analysis of organic compounds. A minimum of 2 years' experience working in a laboratory setting and/or teaching organic chemistry is required.
The successful candidate will have subject matter expertise and be responsible for providing academic assistance to students, for marking applicable quizzes, assignments, examinations, and for assigning and recording final grades. Teaching experience at a post-secondary level is required. Experience in distance learning and familiarity with digital teaching technologies and online course delivery is preferred. Experience with adult education and Learning Management Systems (e.g., Moodle, D2L Brightspace) for online course delivery is considered an asset.
Along with the relevant academic credentials as mentioned above, this position requires excellent communication, organizational, administration and online/computer skills. The successful candidate should have demonstrated ability to maintain a high academic standard, maintain accurate student records, and return students' work promptly and within the University's required service standards. Candidates must own or have access to a computer and internet with the capability to communicate with the University and students and the capability to run any applications required to perform tutorial support. Please seehttp://itss.athabascau.ca/docs/virtualdesktop.htmfor more information on computer and internet connection requirements.
Contact Information
For further information about this position, please contact Dr. Dietmar Kennepohl, Professor, Chemistry atdietmark@athabascau.caor 1-855-723-5311 (toll free).
First consideration will be given to internal applicants according to Article 7 of The Board/CUPE Collective Agreement, followed by those candidates who are able to work from Alberta and then those who are able to work from within Canada.
Non-doctoral prepared employees: $243.25 prorated per block, per biweekly pay and/or $31.01 per hour.
Doctoral prepared employees: $252.98 prorated per block, per biweekly pay and/or $32.24 per hour.