Assistant Professor of Chemistry (pos # 73258)

University of Hawaii System • Hilo, HI

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About The Position

The Department of Chemistry at the University of Hawai'i at Hilo (UH Hilo) invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant Professor level. We are seeking applicants who will: deliver high-quality undergraduate and graduate-level courses in environmental chemistry; teach additional chemistry courses; develop an innovative, independent research program in environmental chemistry; mentor and advise students; and contribute to the university and broader community by engaging in service activities. The successful candidate should demonstrate a strong commitment to teaching and research at the undergraduate and graduate levels, including working with students from a variety of backgrounds and those from traditionally underrepresented groups. The successful candidate should be a collaborative investigator who will develop a research program that involves undergraduate students and augments the current expertise within the department. The ideal applicant will also be able to teach a broad range of courses throughout our curriculum including the development of new chemistry courses that emphasize the interdisciplinary nature of science.

Requirements

• At the time of appointment, Ph.D. in Chemistry, Environmental Chemistry, Geochemistry, Marine Chemistry, Atmospheric Chemistry, or closely related field.
• Ability to teach environmental chemistry courses.
• Ability to teach lecture and lab courses in one or more of the following areas: introductory chemistry, general chemistry, organic chemistry, analytical chemistry, instrumental chemistry, inorganic chemistry, and physical chemistry.
• Evidence of research engagement and productivity.
• High-quality communication skills as demonstrated by an articulate cover letter and curriculum vitae that detail how the applicant meets minimum and desired qualifications.

Nice To Haves

• Postdoctoral experience in environmental chemistry or related fields.
• Demonstrated high-quality instruction at the college or university level.
• Experience developing and teaching hands-on laboratory course material.
• Experience working as a teaching assistant or tutor.
• Experience in, or demonstrated commitment to, teaching in a diverse, multicultural, and inclusive atmosphere.
• Experience integrating perspectives of Indigenous peoples into science teaching.
• Experience in recruitment and retention of students.
• Potential to establish a research program that could engage UH Hilo undergraduate and/or graduate students.
• Experience in grant writing to obtain external research funds as evidenced by submission of proposals.
• Experience operating analytical instrumentation, such as: NMR, GC, GC-MS, HPLC, UV-VIS, IR, Raman, X-ray diffractometer.
• Familiarity with computational packages to be incorporated into the curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and MS level courses in environmental chemistry.
• Teach undergraduate lecture and laboratory courses as needed that may include introductory chemistry, general chemistry, organic chemistry, analytical chemistry, instrumental chemistry, inorganic chemistry, and physical chemistry.
• Prepare syllabi and instructional materials, develop and deliver lectures, evaluate student performance, and develop and implement hands-on laboratory exercises.
• Hold weekly office hours, advise students on academic progress, and provide individual assistance to students.
• Timely and professional communication with students, colleagues, staff, and administrators.
• Engage in reflective self-assessment of teaching styles and methods to ensure consistently effective instructional performance.
• Participate in the tenure and promotion evaluation process in accordance with UHPA, University of Hawai'i, and UH Hilo guidance documents.
• Participate in program review, curriculum development, advancement of department programs, and evaluation of student learning outcomes.
• Attend department meetings and work collaboratively with department faculty to ensure curriculum outcomes and accreditation standards are met.
• Perform regular scholarly research resulting in peer-reviewed publications.
• Actively participate in community, institutional, and professional service in furtherance of UH Hilo's mission.

What This Job Offers

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