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Position Information
Division Academic Affairs Department Chemistry & Physics Working Title Visiting Assistant Professor or Visiting Lecturer in Chemistry Vacancy Type Non-Tenure Track Faculty Min T/E Requirements
Degree in appropriate discipline area - prior experience teaching in higher education setting
FTE 1 Recruitment Range Commensurate with Education and Experience Anticipated Hiring Range Commensurate with Education and Experience Position # 888 FLSA Status Exempt Months per year 9 Is this a grant funded position? No If yes, please indicate the end date of the grant.(if applicable)
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Primary Purpose of Organization Unit
Chemistry and Physics Unit
Primary Purpose of Position
To teach chemistry
Job Description
Visiting Assistant Professor or Visiting Lecturer of Chemistry
University of North Carolina at Pembroke Department of Chemistry & Physics
Start Date: August 10, 2026
The Department of Chemistry & Physics at the University of North Carolina at Pembroke invites applications for a full-time, one-year Visiting Assistant Professor or Visiting Lecturer position beginning August 2026. Rank and title will be determined by the highest degree held.
UNC Pembroke is a student-centered public university with a strong commitment to high-quality teaching and undergraduate research. The department offers a hands-on curriculum that prepares chemistry majors for careers in forensics, biotechnology, pharmacy, and related fields. Faculty are deeply engaged with students through laboratory instruction, mentoring, and community-connected learning.
Position Responsibilities
The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to undergraduate education and will primarily teach general chemistry lecture and/or laboratory courses, with the possibility of teaching advanced courses aligned with the candidate's expertise.
Qualifications
Required
Preferred
Applicants should submit:
Review of applications will begin June 22, 2026 and will continue until the position is filled.
Management Preference
Ph.D. in Chemistry (Candidates with a Ph.D. will be appointed as Visiting Assistant Professor)
Prior undergraduate teaching experience
Lic or Certification required by statute or regulation
Posting Information
Job Opening Date 06/19/2026 Job Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes Posting Category Faculty Posting Number EPA01145 Quick Link to Posting https://jobs.uncp.edu/postings/13427 Special Instructions to Applicants
This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable) and credit history check (if applicable). In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. New employees are paid only by direct deposit to the financial institution of their choice. Candidates claiming Veterans Preference must attach a copy of their DD-214 as a part of the online application process.
UNC Pembroke is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibits discrimination against all individuals based on their age, race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and national origin. UNC Pembroke is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings.
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