CH250 (C): Introductory Biochemistry

Wilfrid Laurier UniversityWaterloo, ON
Onsite

About The Position

In this course, the principles of biochemistry are introduced with a chemical emphasis. Topics include: the chemistry of water and biologically relevant aqueous solutions, structure of biomolecules and biopolymers (amino acids, peptides and proteins, nucleotides, DNA and RNA, carbohydrates and polysaccharides, lipids and biomembranes), introduction to enzymes and coenzymes.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

  • Cover Letter (optional)
  • Teaching Dossier (optional)
  • Sample Course Outline (2-pages maximum) (optional)

Responsibilities

  • Teach Introductory Biochemistry course with a chemical emphasis.
  • Cover topics including the chemistry of water and aqueous solutions, structure of biomolecules and biopolymers, and introduction to enzymes and coenzymes.
  • The laboratory portion of this course will be taught by a qualified instructor.

Benefits

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