Job ID

74798

Job Title

SESSIONAL FACULTY - CHEM1A03/1E03 Introductory Chemistry

Regular/Temporary

Temporary

Location

Central Campus

Open Date

03/16/2026

Job Type

Limited Term (<12 months)

Close Date

03/30/2026

Employee Group

CUPE Sessional Faculty

Favorite Job

Department

Chemistry & Chemical Biology

Full/Part Time

Part-Time

Job Code

001095

Existing Vacancy

Yes - Newly Created Position

Contract Duration

1.5 Months

Target Number of Openings

1

Hours per Week

6

Posting Details

NOTICE OF POSTING

For Sessional Faculty

TheDepartment of Chemistry and Chemical Biologyinvites applications for the following teaching position to be offered in the 2026 Spring Session.

Date of Posting: See Mosaic Posting Dates

Department Contact: Tanja Petrovic (petrovt@mcmaster.ca)

Course Name(s)/Number(s):CHEM 1A03/1E03 - Introductory Chemistry/General Chemistry for Engineering

Term: May 4, 2026 - June 19, 2026

Exam period: As arranged by instructor in class time

Starting Time and Duration: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 1:30 PM to 4:20 PM

Number of Section(s) Available: 1

Number of Units per Section: 3

Location: In-person with possible online components

Projected Enrollment: ~150

Projected TA Support: 3 units

Wage Rate: $8,922.68 as per schedule "A" of the CUPE Local 3906 Unit 2 Collective Agreement

**Course Description/Relevant Employment Duties:**A discussion of chemical fundamentals, including bonding, structure, reactivity, and energetics, with emphasis on applications to health, energy, and the environment. Laboratories highlight hands-on experimental techniques and problem-solving skills. Two lectures, one lab; one term.

Required Qualifications: Graduate level education in Chemistry, with a thorough understanding of the aforementioned topics. Prior teaching experience at the university level is preferred, particularly in large first year lab courses. Demonstrated ability to perform the various duties of the appointment (e.g. administrative work, corresponding with students, administering tests/exams, etc.).

**Preferred Qualifications:**Demonstrated experience with the CHEM 1A03 and 1E03 course and lab material.

-Supplemented Fees- 15.02(a) The employee may be eligible to receive supplemented fees in accordance with Schedule C of the Collective Agreement. The actual rate of pay when in excess of the base rate of pay is deemed to include any supplemented fees owing, to the extent of the excess amount. If the actual rate of pay is less than the sum of the base rate of pay and the supplemented fees owing, then the employee shall receive the difference.

Pay Transparency Statement

The starting salary will not be less than $17,845.36 per 6 units, or $8,922.68 per 3 units.

How To Apply

To apply for this job, please submit your application online by the posted due date, and include the following:

• A cover letter stating your intent to apply for the position (including your phone number and email address) and emphasizing your experience with the material to be taught.

• A resume listing your academic qualifications and relevant employment experience.

-Information necessary to determine your current and aggregate seniority(as defined by Article 20 of the Unit 2 Collective Agreement). Questions may be directed to CUPE 3906 (905-525-9140 Ext. 24003).

• Names and contact information of two references.

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• Human Resources Service Centre at 905-525-9140 ext. 222-HR (22247), or
• Faculty of Health Sciences HR Office at ext. 22207, or
• School of Graduate Studies at ext. 23679

to communicate accommodation needs.

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