Assistant Professor - Analytical Chemistry

University of Wisconsin Colleges; La Crosse, Northern (WI, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Flexible health insurance

Paid holidays and sick days

Retirement benefits

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

The Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry at the University of Wisconsin - La Crosse invites applications for a 9-month, tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Analytical Chemistry, starting 8/23/2027. The candidate will teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses, advise students, and maintain an active scholarly program.

We seek individuals with a strong research plan aligned to a Primarily Undergraduate Institution and a commitment to student success.

Qualifications

• Doctorate in Chemistry or related field must be completed by end of first academic year.
• Demonstrated ability to be an effective instructor.
• Clear and effective communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in the department.
• Advise students on academic and career direction within the discipline.
• Maintain currency in the content area and assess student outcomes.
• Provide regular, substantive feedback and maintain appropriate records.
• Hold office hours and participate in service to department and college.

Skills

Analytical chemistry

Teaching

Communication

Student advising

Education

Doctorate in Chemistry or related field

Job description

Job Details

Position Title: Assistant Professor - Analytical Chemistry

Job Category: Faculty

Employment Type: Regular

Job Profile: Assistant Professor

Job Duties

The Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry at the University of Wisconsin - La Crosse is seeking applicants for a 9-month tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor with the start date of 8/23/2027. We encourage applications from candidates with expertise in Analytical Chemistry. Come join a community of teacher/scholars committed to student success. Applications received prior to the first review date will receive full consideration, and the search will continue on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Under general supervision of the department chair, successful candidates will be responsible for teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses (if applicable) and advising students. In addition to preparing for and holding classes, teaching involves maintaining currency in the content area related to the teaching assignment, evaluating students' work, assessing student outcomes, providing regular and substantive feedback on student work, maintaining appropriate records, and holding office hours. The successful candidate is expected to maintain an active, on-going program of scholarship appropriate to their discipline. In addition, faculty provide service to the department, college, university, community and/or professional organizations. Other duties may be assigned by the chair or dean.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Contributes to the strategic development of curriculum and academic content through various mediums to ensure the integrity of the educational mission of the work unit
• Contributes to the development of teaching and learning scholarly work including publications and presentations
• Collaborates with department faculty and staff to develop teaching strategies relevant to the discipline
• May supervise student employees involved in development or delivery of instruction
• Facilitates classroom, online and/or laboratory instruction, including assessment of student performance
• Advise students on academic and career direction within a specific field of study
• Develops and designs curriculum and instructional material relevant to a course of instruction

Required Qualifications

• Doctorate in Chemistry discipline or related field. The degree must be earned by the end of the first academic year.
• Evidence of the ability to be an effective instructor.
• Evidence of clear and effective communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior higher education teaching experience and ability to teach Analytical Chemistry and General Chemistry lecture and laboratory courses
• A research plan that is appropriate for a Primarily Undergraduate Institution, and that complements the needs of the department
• A demonstrated record of publication in peer-reviewed academic journals
• Ability to contribute to shared efforts supporting the growth and maintenance of instrumentation resources within the department

Benefits

Your benefits add an additional 40%+ to the overall financial package from the university.

• Paid vacation for 12-month positions.
• Excellent flexible health insurance with low co-pays and good coverage.
• Paid holidays and paid sick days.
• After 5 years of employment, you become vested in our retirement system which ensures income post-career.
• Benefits atUWLare highly competitive with local industry and some of the strongest in state and nation.
• Benefit eligibility is determined at the point of hire.
• This information is provided for illustrative purposes only.
• Benefits are also pro-rated based on the appointment percentage.

UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

University Overview

The Universities of Wisconsin serve approximately 161,000 students. Awarding nearly 37,000 degrees annually, the Universities of Wisconsin is Wisconsin’s talent pipeline, putting graduates in position to increase their earning power, contribute to their communities, and make Wisconsin a better place to live. Nearly 90 percent of in-state Universities of Wisconsin graduates stay in Wisconsin five years after earning a degree – with a median salary of more than $66,000. The Universities of Wisconsin provides a 23:1 return on state investment. The Universities of Wisconsin also contribute to the richness of Wisconsin’s culture and economy with groundbreaking research, new companies and patents, and boundless creative intellectual energy. The Universities of Wisconsin and its employees are purpose-driven, people-focused, and committed to stewardship.

Confidentiality and Background Screening

Confidentiality of Applicant Materials UWL is a state agency and subject to Wisconsin’s Open Records Law. UWL will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin’s Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the identities of “final candidates” and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request. CBC & Reference Check Policy All candidates for employment are subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a criminal background check, work authorization, and verification of education. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment. Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act) For the UWL Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports (i.e., Clery Report), which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies, see http://www.uwlax.edu/student-life/student-resources/annual-security-report/ or contact the University Police Department at 608.785.9000.