CH202: Organic Chemistry I: Fundamentals

Wilfrid Laurier University • Waterloo, ON

5d • Onsite

About The Position

This course deals with the fundamentals of organic chemistry. The topics considered include carbon compounds and chemical bonds, introduction to functional groups, acids and bases in organic chemistry, nomenclature in organic chemistry, stereochemistry of carbon compounds, ionic reactions: nucleophilic substitutions and elimination, radical reactions, reactions and synthesis of alkanes, alkenes, alkynes, alkyl halides.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry or a Cognate Discipline.
• CV
• Candidate Application Form (CAF)
• Names and Contact Information for Referees (for external applicants)
• Evidence of Good Teaching (for external applicants)
• Verification of highest degree (for external applicants)

Nice To Haves

• PhD in Chemistry, Biochemistry or Cognate Discipline
• Master’s Degree plus PhD in progress in Chemistry, Biochemistry or Cognate Discipline
• Laurier University Teaching Certificate (or equivalent recognized teaching credential)
• Experience in the posted or substantially similar course
• Masters Degree plus M.Ed.
• Cover Letter
• Teaching Dossier
• Sample Course Outline (2-pages maximum)

Responsibilities

• Teach the lecture portion of CH202: Organic Chemistry I: Fundamentals.
• Prepare and deliver course content.
• Assess student learning through assignments, exams, or other methods.
• Potentially coordinate with a lab instructor for the laboratory portion.

Benefits

• Supplementary Remuneration for marking and grading allowance
• Supplementary Remuneration for coordination of large classes or multi-section courses

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level