The Department of Chemistry has an opening for a sessional instructor for the upcoming Fall Semester 2022 (September – December 2022) to teach Chemistry 2430 – Organic Chemistry for Life Sciences. This appointment is subject to final budgetary approval.

Please note: all courses offered will be taught in person, unless otherwise specified as an online course.

CHEM 2430 - ORGANIC CHEMISTRY FOR THE LIFE SCIENCES

This course is an introduction to organic chemistry for students in the life sciences (and others who do not intend to pursue a major in chemistry). Topics covered include the structure and reactivity of hydrocarbons and functional groups, stereochemistry, aromaticity, nucleophilicity and electrophilicity. Basic types of reactions discussed include nucleophilic substitution, elimination, addition, oxidation/reduction, and reactions of carbonyl compounds.

Three lecture hours: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 11:30-12:20pm

(September 7- December 21, 2022)

Qualifications:

Successful applicants will have a minimum of a Master’s degree in a related area. Preference will be given to qualified individuals on the sessional roster of the academic unit.

Application Instructions: 

Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae and names of three referees by email to:

Dr. Barry Linkletter, Chair
Department of Chemistry
University of Prince Edward Island
550 University Avenue
Charlottetown PE C1A 4P3
Email: blinkletter@upei.ca

UPEI is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and reconciliation and believes in providing a positive learning and working environment where every person feels empowered to contribute. UPEI is committed to the principle of equity in employment and encourages applications from underrepresented groups including women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities.

Closing date for applications is July 27, 2022.