Assistant Professor of Chemistry

Park University•Parkville, MO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We seek a creative, professional chemist with the skills and passion to teach sophomore level Organic and junior level Inorganic chemistry courses to science majors and a General/Organic/Biological (GOB) chemistry course to students pursuing degrees in the Health Professions. The position requires: (1) an annual teaching load of 24 credit hours, (2) participation in service to the discipline and University, and (3) research activities in support of student projects. Park University is a private, not-for-profit University, founded in 1875 in Parkville, MO which is located approximately 15 minutes north of downtown Kansas City. Park University provides competitive compensation and a benefits package including health and life insurance, retirement plan, and paid undergraduate tuition for employees and dependents. Park University is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from women and minorities.

Requirements

Ph.D. in Chemistry preferred (ABD applicants will be considered)
Demonstrated ability to teach lectures and labs at the undergraduate level
Experience with learning management and online homework systems
Cover letter should include salary expectations.
Qualified applicants must upload their cover letter, curriculum vitae with contact information for three professional references (one of which must be a previous or current supervisor), transcripts, and teaching philosophy.
Qualified applicants must upload a resume and cover letter that includes salary requirements.

Responsibilities

Teach sophomore level Organic and junior level Inorganic chemistry courses to science majors.
Teach a General/Organic/Biological (GOB) chemistry course to students pursuing degrees in the Health Professions.
Annual teaching load of 24 credit hours.
Participation in service to the discipline and University.
Research activities in support of student projects.