Visiting Professor of Analytical Chemistry

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Position Information

Job Title Visiting Professor of Analytical Chemistry Position Summary

Designs and delivers instruction in undergraduate Chemistry and non-majors courses offered by the School. Participates in all department functions and various school, and University-wide committees and activities as needed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepares lessons and delivers instruction for day, evening, and weekend courses for undergraduates. Teaches (five sections per semester: two lectures and three laboratory courses or three lectures and two laboratory courses) that includes Analytical Chemistry, Instrumental Analysis, General Chemistry I and II, Forensic Science, and a general education physical science course. | Daily 60%
• Adheres to the established class schedule and office hours on a daily basis. Submits book requests, syllabi, grades, assessments, and other required paperwork and reports in a timely manner. | Daily 20%
• Remains knowledgeable of current research activities in the discipline by participating in conferences, publishing, and maintaining collaborative research relations. | Monthly 5%
• Participates in curriculum and program development and coordinates curriculum revision with other academic programs. | Monthly 5%
• Advises undergraduate students for successful BS degree completion and pursuit of post baccalaureate training opportunities. | Monthly 5%
• Participates in departmental, school, and university meetings and academic activities. | Monthly 5%
• Maintain departmental instrumentation to include GC, GC/MS, LC/MS, HPLC, IR, UV/VIS | As needed
• Other duties as assigned by the Dean and Department Chair. | As needed

POSITION SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIESINCLUDE:

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education, Certifications and/or Licenses

• Doctorate in Chemistry with an emphasis in Analytical Chemistry.
• Demonstrated potential for strong teaching and quality research required.

Experience

• Experience administering and teaching required courses for Chemistry/Biochemistry degrees.
• Experience in college-level teaching using active learning techniques and best practices classroom content delivery
• Has experience in assessment of learning outcomes
• Experience in Forensic Sciences
• Willingness to deliver required content.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge(position requirements at entry): Knowledge of:

• Thorough understanding of Chemistry/Biochemistry and its application in various disciplines.
• Familiarity with currently used technologies in the physical sciences.
• Familiarity with effective use of online course management systems.
• Familiarity with academic policies and procedures of higher education institutions.
• Ability to adhere to University and departmental policies and procedures.
• Ability to be discreet in handling condential matters, while complying with FERPA regulations.
• Ability to comply with rules, standards, regulations and laws related to student records.
• Evidence of excellence in and commitment to teaching general education Chemistry and physical science courses.
• Ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
• Ability to demonstrate and provide excellent service to both the University and the community.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret academic periodicals, professional journals, and/or governmental regulations.
• Ability to write research papers.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from students and peers.

CHEMISTRY SKILLS

• Ability to develop and use standard instruments used in Analytical Chemistry and other (pH meters, burets, volumetric glassware, etc.) resources as needed in teaching laboratory courses.
• Ability to maintain major departmental instrumentation (NMR, GC, GC/MS, HPLC, IR, UV/VIS).

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number 2016AS1095P Posting Open Date 04/09/2026 Open Until Filled Yes Posting Close Date Special Instructions to Applicants

Supplemental Questions

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• How did you hear about this employment opportunity?

• Public Job Posting

• Internal Job Posting

• Agency Referral

• Advertisement/Publication

• Personal Referral

• Website

• Other

• What is the highest level of education attained?

• GED

• High School Diploma

• Associates Degree

• Bachelors Degree

• Masters Degree

• PHD

• How many years of experience do you have in this type of position?

• 0-1

• 1-3

• 3-5

• 5-7

• 7+

• Will you have a Ph.D. in hand by the date of appointment or an advanced ABD by the date of the appointment?

• Yes

• No

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

• Curriculum Vitae
• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Transcripts
• List of Three References
• Statement of Teaching Philosophy
• Letter of Recommendation

Optional Documents

• Portfolio
• Current Employee Application (for internal applicants)