Assistant Professor, Chemistry

Carthage College • Kenosha, WI

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Chemistry at Carthage College invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor of biochemistry starting August 2027. We seek a teacher-scholar to contribute to the development of our new Biochemistry major by serving as Program Coordinator, guiding curriculum development, and advising biochemistry students. The successful applicant will be expected to teach biochemistry and general chemistry courses while demonstrating a strong commitment to establishing a productive research program with undergraduates and actively seeking external funding.
The Chemistry Department is ACS certified, and our equipment includes a 400-MHz NMR, AFM, HPLC, GC-MS, GC, FTIR, DLS, MP-AES, Fluorimeter, and UV/VIS. The Carthage faculty is firmly committed to the liberal arts tradition and interdisciplinary work. Carthage also offers small class sizes, start-up funds for research, conference travel, and the opportunity to teach, mentor, and advise diverse undergraduates at a liberal arts college. A demonstration of teaching ability will be required at the final interview. More information about the Department may be found at http://www.carthage.edu/chemistry/.
Interested candidates should submit a single PDF file that includes a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching philosophy, a scholarship statement, and the names and contact information of three professional references. Additional questions about this position can be directed to Prof. John Kirk at [email protected].
For best consideration, applications should be received by October 16th.

Requirements

• Meet all requirements for a Ph.D. in Biochemistry or Chemistry by August 2027.
• Commitment to innovative curriculum development in chemistry.
• Demonstrated record of or potential for successful undergraduate instruction.
• Demonstrated record of or potential for engagement of undergraduate students in scholarship.
• Enthusiasm for educating students from widely varying backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Program Coordinator for the new Biochemistry major.
• Guide curriculum development for the Biochemistry major.
• Advise biochemistry students.
• Teach biochemistry and general chemistry courses.
• Establish a productive research program with undergraduates.
• Actively seek external funding for research.

Benefits

• Small class sizes
• Start-up funds for research
• Conference travel
• Opportunity to teach, mentor, and advise diverse undergraduates

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree