Position description

Mount Allison University acknowledges, honours, and respects that the land named Sackville, NB is part of the unceded territory of the Mi’kmaq People who are the historic inhabitants, custodians, and dwellers on the land where our University is built and confirms its commitment to strengthening relationships with all Indigenous peoples.

Mount Allison University is committed to diversity and inclusiveness. We encourage applications from members of equity-deserving groups, including but not limited to racialized individuals, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and persons of all sexual and gender identities. We seek candidates with qualifications and knowledge to contribute to the further diversification of our campus community.

The Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry at Mount Allison University invites applications for a part time stipendiary appointment for the Winter 2027 term, to teach a BIOC-1001 Introductory Biochemistry (https://mta.ca/academic_calendar/26-27/Biochemistry.html), preferably in-person but offerings in an online format may be considered. The successful candidate should have a completed (or in-progress) PhD in Biochemistry or related field. Doctoral students are welcome to apply, and prior teaching experience is preferred.





The anticipated enrollment in the course is approximately 60 students and involves 3 hours of class time per week plus scheduled office hours to assist students.

The complete application must include a cover letter, CV with names and contact information of 3 references, and a 1-page statement of teaching philosophy as a single .pdf file. Applications are being managed through Academic Jobs Online https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/32356 and must be submitted to that site, not by email.

Questions should be directed to:

Dr. Jeffrey Waller, Chair of the Part-time Search Committee
Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry
Mount Allison University
62 York Street, Sackville, NB E4L 1E2
E‐mail: [email protected]

A review of complete applications will begin on August 28, 2026 and continue until the position is filled.

At Mount Allison, we are committed to ensuring your interview experience is as comfortable and accessible as possible. If you require any accommodations or adjustments during the interview process, please do not hesitate to inform us. Your needs are important to us, and our dedicated team is here to support you. Please contact People and Culture at [email protected] if you have any questions.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Canadian and permanent residents should indicate their citizenship status in their application.

📌 Part-time Lecturer - Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry (Canada)
🏢 Mount Allison University
📍 Canada