Lecturer of Chemistry/Biochemistry – School of Biology, Chemistry, and Biochemistry (Continuous Recruitment)

While there may not be an immediate need for a lecturer in every area, UW-Stevens Point (UWSP) accepts applications regardless, in order to create a pool for when there may be a need. Upon successful submission of your application, you will be considered for future part-time or full-time lecturer opportunities, and your application will be on file as a potential candidate who could possibly fill a position if or when the need arises.  

Lecturers are hired on a per-course basis each semester, and teaching one semester does not guarantee being assigned the following semester. The teaching hours for a lecturer will vary with a teaching load ranging between 1-12 credits per semester. 

• Earned the minimum of a bachelor’s degree in chemistry, bio-chemistry, or a related discipline from an accredited college or university, in order to instruct introductory chemistry laboratory sections 

• Earned the minimum of a master’s degree in chemistry, bio-chemistry,or a related discipline from an accredited college or university, in order to instruct chemistry courses 

• Earned doctorate in chemistry, bio-chemistry,or a related discipline. 

• Experience in collaborative and/or inclusionary settings 

• Demonstrated commitment to student success 

• Experience and evidence of success with college level instruction

TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION:  

This posting will close on June 30, 2026 (with a new, active posting in July). If you are not contacted by this time and you are still interested in employment with UWSP,please reapply. 

Files must be complete to be considered. Submission in PDF format is preferred for all attachments. Please include the following documents:  

- Cover letter addressing qualifications and experience  

- Resume/Curriculum Vitae 

- Unofficial Transcripts/Official Transcripts 

(Official Transcripts will be required of finalist) 

Name: Dr. Paul Whitaker, Assistant Dean, School of Biology, Chemistry, and Biochemistry 

Email: pwhitake@uwsp.edu  

Phone: 715-346-3058 

If you have any questions regarding the application process, need special arrangements, or if you submitted your application with missing materials, please call or email: 

UWSP Human Resources 

Email: human.resources@uwsp.edu 

Phone: 715-346-2606 

Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e., a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment. UW-Stevens Point does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. 

Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you to supply three (3) professional references/one (1) of which being a current or former supervisor. (Preference to supply five (5) professional references/two (2) of which being a current or former supervisors.) Your references will be required to answer questions regarding misconduct, sexual violence and sexual harassment. 

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