Assistant/Associate Professor (Lecturer) for Chemistry
Job details
- Location
- Salt Lake City, Utah
- Work type
- Onsite
- Posted
- 2 weeks ago
- Apply on
- utah.peopleadmin.com
About this role
Proposed Faculty Rank
Assistant/Associate Professor (Lecturer)Department
00121 - ChemistryCity
Salt Lake City, UTTrack
Non Tenure TrackNew Position to Begin
Spring 2027Details
1) a PhD or equivalent in Chemistry, Chemistry education or a related field;
2) a commitment to equity in Chemistry education and record of utilizing inclusive, evidence-based instructional practices;
3) experience collaborating with faculty, staff, and students to reform aspects of the undergraduate Chemistry curriculum; and
4) excellent communication, organization, and leadership skills. We are seeking a long-term colleague who will be fully integrated into our department.
• Teach several departmental courses per year. The expectation is that the core teaching will include organic chemistry and general chemistry (both lab and lecture) but may also include other courses as appropriate.
• Work with other faculty to develop, implement, and assess the effectiveness of curriculum reforms.
• Serve as a model and consultant for other faculty who want to utilize inclusive, evidence-based instructional practices in their courses.
• Work with Chemistry staff and faculty affiliates to help execute college-wide educational programs. While the successful candidate will not be expected to seek external funding or publish peer-reviewed papers, collaborative opportunities for such activities may be possible, provided they are synergistic with the above responsibilities.
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Special Instructions for Candidates
- Cover Letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Teaching Statement