Graduate Laboratory Instructor (Up to 5 Positions) - Department of Chemistry - Faculty of Science

The Chemistry Department seeks applications for laboratory instructors in First Year Chemistry (CHEM 1120), Introductory Organic Chemistry (CHEM 2420), Inorganic Chemistry (CHEM2720) laboratories for the W27 academic year.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Graduate Lab instructor responsibilities will be:

• Acting as supervisor of students for in person undergraduate laboratories
• Providing pre-lab instruction / talks and guidance on topics and procedures required for the completion of a lab at the beginning of the lab period
• Actively engaging with students while they work in the lab and correcting any deviation from lab procedures or protocols
• Ensuring chemicals, solutions and equipment are used safely and correctly
• Following UPEI, and Chemistry Department Policies and Standard Operating Procedures
• Marking recording and submitting lab report marks to course instructor
• Answering or assisting with student questions related to the laboratory material and reports by email outside of scheduled lab time to assist in students completing lab reports
• Promptly and accurately submitting hours worked into UPEI time sheet system

QUALIFICATIONS:

• UPEI graduate student in good standing
• Applicants will have successfully completed a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry or a related field which requires the equivalent knowledge and laboratory experience for the area of chemistry they will instruct.
• Successful candidates will be required to complete an online WHIMIS course with exam and attend a mandatory Site Safety Training session with a duration of 2 hours held during normal business hours (8:30AM – 5PM) prior to the first lab session.
• Some positions will be required to attend mandatory weekly or bi-weekly information/training sessions with chemistry department technical staff regarding upcoming labs.
• Up to date and well versed in standard chemistry lab procedures including manipulating volumetric glassware, volumetric instrumentation, analytical balances, common laboratory equipment (pH meters, melting point apparatus, spectrometers, etc.), common separation and filtration techniques (liquid-liquid extraction, vacuum filtration, TLC), and general hazardous waste management procedures within the laboratory setting.
• Strong time management and ability to meet set deadlines
• Proficiency with Windows based computers and software including Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and PowerPoint and Google Doc software
• Be available to commit to all scheduled laboratory periods agreed upon at time of hiring (excluding breaks).

To be considered, applicants must complete and submit a PSAC Student Employment Application Form (see link below) and state the days and times they are available to instruct. Please include current phone number and e-mail address.

This position is covered by a Collective Agreement between the Public Service Alliance of Canada and the University of Prince Edward Island. Priority will be given to University of Prince Edward Island students.