Assistant Professor of Chemistry

Aquinas College; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Aquinas College in Grand Rapids, MI invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Chemistry beginning Fall 2027. Primary teaching will include analytical and physical chemistry, with optional courses in general chemistry and interdisciplinary programs.

The successful candidate will advise undergraduates, participate in undergraduate research, and develop a robust scholarly program. A Ph.D.

Qualifications

• PhD in chemistry or closely related field required; ABD considered.
• Experience teaching analytical and physical chemistry, including laboratories.
• Demonstrated ability to develop a research program involving undergraduates.

Responsibilities

• Teach analytical and physical chemistry (and possibly general chemistry) to undergraduates.
• Advise undergraduate students and participate in recruitment and retention efforts.
• Develop and maintain an active program of undergraduate research and scholarship.

Skills

Analytical chemistry

Physical chemistry

Undergraduate teaching

Laboratory instruction

Education

PhD in Chemistry or related field

Job description

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Assistant Professor of Chemistry

Grand Rapids, MI, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 173539

This is a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Chemistry position beginning Fall 2027.

Teaching: Teach 24 contact hours per academic year. Primary teaching responsibilities will include analytical and physical chemistry. Additional teaching assignments may include general chemistry and other courses appropriate to the candidate's background and departmental needs. The ability to contribute to the interdisciplinary Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (BMB) or Chemical Physics programs through teaching and undergraduate research is desirable.

Student advising and recruitment: Advise undergraduate students and contribute to departmental and college efforts to recruit and retain students.

Scholarship: Develop and maintain a program of research and scholarship appropriate to an undergraduate institution and involving undergraduate students.

Qualifications: A Ph.D. in chemistry or a closely related field is required (ABD considered). Candidates should be prepared to teach analytical and physical chemistry, including laboratories, and demonstrate experience with chemical instrumentation, potential for effective undergraduate teaching, and the ability to develop a research program involving undergraduates. The ability to contribute to the BMB or Chemical Physics programs is desirable.

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Aquinas College, an inclusive educational community rooted in the Catholic and Dominican traditions, provides a liberal arts education with a global perspective, emphasizes career preparation focused on leadership and service to others, and fosters a commitment to lifelong learning dedicated to the pursuit of truth and the common good.

Aquinas College is recognized as the exceptional Catholic liberal arts college that prepares individuals for careers of leadership and service in developing a sustainable and just global community. Aquinas College is recognized by its values: Faith, Service, Learning and Community.

Aquinas College prides itself as a leader in sustainability, and this requires the participation of every member of the college community. In this regard, employees and their supervisors are expected to engage in the process of "appreciative inquiry" to identify ways that each position can advance sustainability in the employment experience.

In the performance of their respective tasks and duties, all employees are expected to conform to the Aquinas College Service Statement:

The College serves our community with excellence and respect through an institutional commitment to quality, accountability, cooperation, professionalism and responsiveness.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Aquinas College is an equal opportunity employer and an inclusive educational community rooted in the Catholic Dominican tradition. Aquinas College provides a liberal arts education with a global perspective, emphasizes career preparation focused on leadership and service to others, and fosters a commitment to lifelong learning dedicated to the pursuit of truth and the common good. Aquinas College values: Faith, Learning, Service and Community.

Aquinas College offers an excellent benefits package that includes affordable medical, dental, and vision plans, ample paid holidays, paid sick time and short-term disability, and college-paid life and AD&D insurance. Additionally, Aquinas employees and their dependents are eligible for free tuition at Aquinas after one year of full-time employment.