Chemistry and Biochemistry - Full-time Faculty (term appointment)
About The Position
Bethel University invites applications for a full-time one-year faculty position in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, with the possibility of renewal. The position involves teaching the equivalent of a six-course, 24 load-credit load for the year in person at the Arden Hills campus. Responsibilities include teaching introductory chemistry or upper-division courses, contributing to innovation in undergraduate chemistry education, potentially leading and supervising student research projects, and collaboratively supporting departmental goals. The role also requires living out a commitment to the liberal arts educational mission and Christian orientation of the University, and contributing to an academic environment that advances inclusive excellence.
Requirements
- Specialization in any area of chemistry, with expertise in biochemistry or organic chemistry preferred.
- Ability to teach chemistry to undergraduate majors and non-majors, and to students from a variety of socio-economic, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds.
- Ability to lead a research program involving undergraduates.
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate and work effectively as a member of a team.
- Strong interest in integrating faith and learning.
- PhD in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a closely-related field required.
- Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S.
- We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
Nice To Haves
- Teaching experience at the college level preferred.
Responsibilities
- Teach the equivalent of a six-course, 24 load-credit load for the year (in person at our Arden Hills campus), including introductory chemistry or upper-division courses consistent with the background and interests of the candidate and the needs of the department.
- Contribute to innovation in undergraduate chemistry education.
- Lead and supervise student research projects (optional).
- Collaboratively support departmental goals in areas such as recruiting, curricular reform, assessment, and community building.
- Live out a commitment to the liberal arts educational mission and Christian orientation of the University.
- Contribute to an academic environment that seeks to advance inclusive excellence in the department and the discipline.
Benefits
- health insurance
- retirement plans
- a generous time off package
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
