What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lecturer in Materials Science and Engineering (Faculty Wage) position at The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia?
The Department of Materials Science and Engineering (DMSE) at the University of Virginia invites applications for a part-time Wage Lecturer position. The successful candidate will collaborate with DMSE faculty to develop a new course, Processing of Polymeric Materials, and subsequently teach the course as a Special Topics elective for undergraduate students during the Spring 2027 semester.
The appointment is expected to begin during the Fall 2026 semester (September 2026). Total compensation for the appointment is $7,000.
Responsibilities
- Developing, preparing, and distributing course materials
- Delivering classroom instruction and maintaining scheduled contact hours
- Holding office hours and meeting with students as scheduled
- Evaluating student performance through grading and assessment
- Providing student advising and mentoring
Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
- Ph.D. in Materials Science, Polymer Science, or a closely related field
- Demonstrated teaching experience and/or relevant expertise in the related subject area.
To apply, please submit an application online at https://jobs.virginia.edu and attach a current CV/resume and cover letter. Please attach these as PDFs. Search on requisition number: R0085667
Internal applicants may search and apply for jobs on the UVA Internal Careers website.
The University will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment. This position will also require an Education Verification."
The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA's commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.
The University of Virginia, including the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician’s Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, and family medical or genetic information.