Postdoctoral Scholar Instruction, Chemistry

Nevada System of Higher Education • Reno, NV

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Chemistry at the University of Nevada, Reno invites applications for a Postdoctoral Scholar, Instruction position for the Fall 2026 semester. The selected candidate will teach at the undergraduate level, including general chemistry, along with supervision of the associated laboratories with the help of graduate teaching assistants. In addition to general chemistry, the opportunity may arise to teach either analytical or organic chemistry.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Chemistry or related discipline.
• Completion of a doctoral degree in the appropriate discipline within the five years immediately preceding the first date of appointment as a postdoctoral fellow at the University.
• Cannot have held previous positions in the professional ranks.

Responsibilities

• Teach at the undergraduate level, including general chemistry.
• Supervise associated laboratories with the help of graduate teaching assistants.
• Potentially teach analytical or organic chemistry.

Benefits

• Health insurance options including dental and vision
• Generous annual and sick leave
• Life insurance
• E. L. Wiegand Fitness Center offers annual or semester memberships and spouse/domestic partner membership options.
• Mountain EAP supports employees (and eligible dependents) through life's difficult moments.
• No state income tax!
• Faculty Dual Career Assistance Program provides resources and assists them to identify career opportunities in Northern Nevada.

What This Job Offers

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