Assistant Professor of Organic Chemistry
About The Position
Wilkes University's Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry seeks a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Chemistry specializing in Organic Chemistry, pending final budget approval, with a start date in August 2027. The faculty member will teach undergraduate courses in the organic chemistry sequence, including lectures and laboratories, and additional chemistry courses aligned with departmental needs and the candidate's expertise. The current teaching load is 24 formula hours per academic year, equivalent to a 4/4 load. The department values engaging instruction that challenges students while supporting their success, and seeks a faculty member committed to undergraduate education, evidence-based teaching, and student mentorship. The successful candidate will establish an active, sustainable research program that involves undergraduate students and supports scholarly productivity through presentations, publications, and other appropriate professional activities. Research plans should be feasible at a primarily undergraduate institution and provide meaningful student participation. Candidates are encouraged to consider existing departmental instrumentation and opportunities for external funding. Additional duties include academic advising, curriculum development, and service to the department, college, and university. The position will remain open until filled, with preference given to applicants who submit all required materials by November 13, 2026. Employment is contingent upon a thorough background screening. Additional clearances, including FBI fingerprinting and Pennsylvania criminal and child abuse clearances, are required for positions involving regular, unsupervised contact with minors.
Requirements
- Ph.D. in Chemistry or a closely related field completed by August 2027.
- Demonstrated commitment to undergraduate teaching and student success.
- Evidence of effective teaching or strong potential for instructional effectiveness.
- Potential to establish a productive research program involving undergraduate students.
Nice To Haves
- Experience teaching organic chemistry lectures and/or laboratories.
- Experience mentoring undergraduate researchers.
- Ability to teach additional undergraduate chemistry courses.
- Familiarity with evidence-based teaching practices.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
Responsibilities
- Teach undergraduate organic chemistry lectures and laboratories, along with additional chemistry courses as assigned.
- Establish and maintain an active, sustainable research program that meaningfully involves undergraduate students.
- Contribute to scholarly activities, including presentations, publications, and other appropriate professional work.
- Mentor and advise students in their academic and professional development.
- Contribute to curriculum development.
- Participate in service to the department, college, and university.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
