Visiting Assistant Professor in Chemistry Education

University of North Texas System • Denton, TX

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Chemistry at the University of North Texas invites applicants for a post-doctoral teaching and research position at the rank of Visiting Assistant Professor (VAP). This non-tenure track faculty appointment will be for one year with the possibility of renewal for an additional year, with a planned start date of September 1, 2026. The primary responsibilities of the position include both research and teaching. Research responsibilities include conducting chemistry education research to characterize epistemological messages in chemistry. The VAP will collaborate with faculty in the Chemistry Education Division of the UNT Chemistry Department. Teaching responsibilities include teaching one section of a chemistry course at UNT each Fall and Spring semester at the undergraduate introductory level (most likely general or organic chemistry, depending upon the candidate’s expertise and departmental needs).

Requirements

• A Ph.D. in chemistry, chemistry education, science education, or a related field.
• Employees in this job may be responsible for conducting research on, working on, or having the ability to access critical organizational infrastructure and they must be able to maintain the security and integrity of the infrastructure related to this role.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated expertise in both quantitative and qualitative chemistry education/science education research methods.
• A record of peer-reviewed publications in chemistry education and/or science education.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, including ability to work/collaborate with others.
• Interest in training/mentoring graduate and undergraduate chemistry education research students.

Responsibilities

• Conducting chemistry education research to characterize epistemological messages in chemistry.
• Collaborating with faculty in the Chemistry Education Division of the UNT Chemistry Department.
• Teaching one section of a chemistry course at UNT each Fall and Spring semester at the undergraduate introductory level (most likely general or organic chemistry, depending upon the candidate’s expertise and departmental needs).

Benefits

• Competitive and commensurate compensation based on qualifications, experience, and discipline, in accordance with university guidelines and available funding.
• Retirement plan eligibility (ORP Eligible).

What This Job Offers

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