Assistant Professor in Residence - Stamford

University of Connecticut

  • Stamford, CT
  • 30+ days ago

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    Position Department Search # Location Closes Assistant Professor in Residence - Stamford Chemistry 499515 UConn Stamford The Chemistry Department within CLAS at the University of Connecticut, Stamford, invites applications for a non-tenure track faculty position at the Assistant Professor in Residence level. It is the state's flagship institution of higher education and includes a main campus in Storrs, CT, four regional campuses throughout the state, and 13 Schools and Colleges, including a Law School in Hartford, and Medical and Dental Schools at the UConn Health campus in Farmington.

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    Assistant Professor in Residence - Stamford

    Apply now Search #: 499515

    Work type: Full-time

    Location: UConn Stamford

    Categories: Faculty Non Tenure Track

    JOB SUMMARY

    The Chemistry Department within the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at the University of Connecticut, Stamford, invites applications for a non-tenure track faculty position at the Assistant Professor in Residence level.

    UConn Stamford is an urban campus at the center of one of Fairfield County's robust business communities, just 45 minutes from New York City, which gives students ample opportunities for internships and careers. The campus serves 3,000 undergraduate and graduate students, including many first-generation college students. It offers 14 undergraduate majors, including business administration, digital media and design, computer science and history.

    Founded in 1881, UConn is a Land Grant and Sea Grant institution and is a member of the Space Grant Consortium. It is the state's flagship institution of higher education and includes a main campus in Storrs, CT, four regional campuses throughout the state, and 13 Schools and Colleges, including a Law School in Hartford, and Medical and Dental Schools at the UConn Health campus in Farmington. The University has approximately 10,000 faculty and staff and 32,000 students, including nearly 24,000 undergraduates and over 8,000 graduate and professional students. UConn is a Carnegie Foundation R1 (highest research activity) institution, among the top 25 public universities in the nation. Through research, teaching, service, and outreach, UConn embraces diversity and cultivates leadership, integrity, and engaged citizenship in its students, faculty, staff, and alumni. UConn promotes the health and well-being of citizens by enhancing the social, economic, cultural, and natural environments of the state and beyond. The University serves as a beacon of academic and research excellence as well as a center for innovation and social service to communities. UConn is a leader in many scholarly, research, and innovation areas. Today, the path forward includes exciting opportunities and notable challenges. Record numbers of undergraduate applications and support for student success have enabled the University to become extraordinarily selective.

    DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

    The successful candidate will teach introductory and organic chemistry lectures and laboratory classes, working collaboratively with the other full-time faculty members. This position requires an individual with a dynamic personality who can interact with undergraduate students in addition to faculty across the regional and main campus at UConn, and who has a track record of excellence in teaching and working with a diverse student population

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

    • Ph.D. in Chemistry or a closely related field.
    • Demonstrated excellence and experience in teaching both lecture and laboratory courses in organic and general chemistry.
    • Demonstrated experience working with a diverse student body.

    PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

    • Experience teaching non-science major chemistry lecture courses.

    APPOINTMENT TERMS

    This position is a full-time, nine (9)-month appointment, with a start date of August 23, 2026. The position may be annually renewable based on performance, budget and needs of the department and college. Salary is competitive based on qualifications and experience. The successful candidate's primary academic appointment will be at the Stamford Campus.

    TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

    Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.

    TO APPLY

    Please apply online at https://hr.uconn.edu/jobs, Faculty and Staff Positions, Search #499515 and submit the following application materials:

    • A cover letter
    • Curriculum vitae
    • Teaching statement (including teaching philosophy, teaching experience, commitment to effective learning, concepts for new course development, etc.)
    • Commitment to diversity statement (including broadening participation, integrating multicultural experiences in instruction and research and pedagogical techniques to meet the needs of diverse learning styles, etc.)
    • Recent university-sponsored teaching evaluations by students or peers.
    • Sample syllabi
    • The names and contact information of three (3) professional references

    This job posting will remain open until filled.

    All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics which may be found at https://portal.ct.gov/Ethics/Statutes-and-Regulations.

    All members of the University of Connecticut are expected to exhibit appreciation of, and contribute to, an inclusive, respectful, and diverse environment for the University community.

    The University of Connecticut aspires to create a community built on collaboration and belonging and has actively sought to create an inclusive culture within the workforce. The success of the University is dependent on the willingness of our diverse employee and student populations to share their rich perspectives and backgrounds in a respectful manner. This makes it essential for each member of our community to feel secure and welcomed and to thoroughly understand and believe that their ideas are respected by all. We strongly respect each individual employee's unique experiences and perspectives and encourage all members of the community to do the same. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

    The University of Connecticut is an AA/EEO Employer.

    Advertised: Apr 16 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

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    Position Department Search # Location Closes Assistant Professor in Residence - Stamford Chemistry 499515 UConn Stamford The Chemistry Department within CLAS at the University of Connecticut, Stamford, invites applications for a non-tenure track faculty position at the Assistant Professor in Residence level. The successful candidate will assist with teaching introductory and organic chemistry lectures and laboratory classes.

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