Laboratory Instructor, Chemistry

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Reporting to Dean, Faculty of Science and Horticulture, this position is responsible for assisting faculty with the overall course delivery by assuming responsibility for instruction, student guidance and assessment (including report marking in the lab component of any course). The Laboratory Instructor - Chemistry may be assigned to work alongside other Laboratory Instructors (or a faculty member) or alone in fulfilling the above functions. She or he is expected to perform with a minimum of managerial supervision by the Dean. Lab responsibilities may involve any preparatory, first and second year university level or applied program service courses offered in the Chemistry Department's educational plan.

• QU Baccalaureate degree in Chemistry.

• Demonstrated good working knowledge of the course content and laboratory techniques pertaining to the instruction of first and second year chemistry courses.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of the operation and routine maintenance of laboratory equipment and apparatus.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrated ability to provide demonstrations in a laboratory setting.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of WHMIS and other preventative measures required for the safe operation of the chemistry lab.
• Proven ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with people of varied backgrounds and experience.
• Proven ability to work in a team-oriented environment.
• Previous related teaching experience is an asset.

Annual salary increases are based on hours worked and anniversary dates.

• Recognized as one of B.C.'s Top Employers.
• KPU is committed to actively fostering an equitable and inclusive working environment.
• Hybrid environment, flexible work around core hours.
• Defined Benefit Pension Plan - Municipal Pension Plan.
• Extended Medical, Dental, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, Optional Life Insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment, Emergency Travel Assistance, Employee and Family Assistance Program, Teledoc.
• Maternity and parental leave top-up.
• Generous vacation package.
• Campus work environment, outdoor sitting areas and nearby walking trails.
• Campus athletic and fitness centers with a variety of instructor-led classes.
• Tuition waiver program - eligible to waive tuition costs of courses at KPU equivalent to 3 credits per semester.
• In-house training and development.
• Networking and social events such as KPU Day, Holiday Social etc.
• Intercampus shuttle.
• Access to automotive, horticulture, brewery and other programs' services.
• Clubs: Jeopardy, E-sports, Ted Talks etc.
• Library and Bookstore (discounts).

Please note: As per the KPU-BCGEU Collective Agreement, qualified internal applicants within the BCGEU bargaining unit are given first consideration in filling this position. Internal applicants must apply by 11:59pm on the internal closing date in order to be considered as an internal applicant. Internal applications received after the closing date will be considered as an external applicant.

We at KPU understand that experiences and qualifications may look differently for everyone and, if this job description is of interest to you, we encourage you to apply.

Kwantlen Polytechnic University welcomes and encourages applications from equity deserving groups and diverse experiences including, but not limited to, Indigenous people, racialized people, people with disabilities, and members of the 2S/LGBTQIA community.

If there are any barriers that you are experiencing or an accommodation that we can provide to support you through the application process, please reach out to us at humanresources@kpu.ca.

We thank all applicants for their interest in employment with KPU. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Kwantlen Polytechnic University is committed to protecting the safety and welfare of employees, students, and the general public, and upholding the reputation and integrity of the University. For this reason, final applicants will be asked to undergo a background check.