Position Description - University of Wisconsin-La Crosse

		Associate Lecturer Chemistry Department College of Science & Health

POSITION DESCRIPTION		Description/Primary Responsibilities: The Department of Chemistry at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse (www.uwlax.edu/chemistry) invites applications for a full-time, academic-year appointment to begin August 25, 2008 and end May 24, 2009. Teaching duties will include introductory chemistry lectures and laboratories and possibly, additional courses in the area of expertise of the candidate (biochemistry and analytical chemistry areas preferred). Required Qualifications: The successful candidate will possess a Ph.D. degree in chemistry or closely related field by August 2008, evidence of effective teaching, excellent oral and written communication skills, and an ability to work collaboratively with academic colleagues.

APPOINTMENT		% of appointment – full time, academic year Starting Date: August 25, 2008 Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. Excellent fringe benefits and insurance programs

APPLICATION INFORMATION		Refer to Recruitment Number "09CHM01" when applying for or inquiring about this position. Application Procedure: Applicants should submit a letter (that includes recruitment number #09CHM01) describing one’s qualifications and interest in this position, a curriculum vitae, official undergraduate and graduate transcripts, and arrange to have three professional letters of reference sent to: Aaron Monte, Chair Department of Chemistry University of Wisconsin-La Crosse La Crosse, WI 54601 Tel 608-785-8260 Application Deadline: Application files completed by May 30, 2008 will be guaranteed full consideration.

LOCAL INFORMATION		Information about UW-La Crosse: The University of Wisconsin-La Crosse, founded in 1909, is one of 13 four-year campuses in the University of Wisconsin System. It offers a wide array of undergraduate programs in business, education, the sciences, the arts, health science, recreation, physical education, and liberal studies as well as a variety of graduate programs. About 9,000 students attend classes on the compact, 119-acre campus. La Crosse (pop. 51,000) is set among scenic bluffs along the winding Mississippi River at the Minnesota/Wisconsin border. With Minneapolis 2 1/2 hours to the northwest and Madison, Wisconsin, 2 hours to the southeast, La Crosse enjoys small-town charm with larger city benefits. Densely-wooded coulees (gorges between bluffs), three rivers, and lush marsh provide prime locales for running, skiing, hunting, fishing, skating, boating, camping, biking and other outdoor pursuits. For more information about UW-La Crosse: http://www.uwlax.edu

As an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer, the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse is engaged in an effort to be a leader in Wisconsin’s movement toward increased diversity and inclusiveness. Women, persons of color, and individuals with a disability are encouraged to apply. If you have a special need/accommodation to aid your participation in our hiring process, please contact the individual above to make appropriate arrangements.

Employment will require a criminal background check. A pending criminal charge or conviction will not necessarily disqualify an applicant. In compliance with the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act, UW-La Crosse does not discriminate on the basis of arrest or conviction record.

Under Wisconsin Statutes, we are required to provide, upon request, a list of nominees and applicants. A written request can exclude one from this list. Persons agreeing to be final candidates (to be interviewed) will have their identities revealed as final candidates.

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