Chemistry Faculty: Undergrad Research & Teaching

University of Puget Sound; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 76,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Puget Sound invites applications for a tenure-line Assistant Professor of Chemistry to begin Fall 2027. The successful candidate will contribute to the foundational chemistry curriculum and teach inorganic or physical chemistry, with an active undergraduate research program.

The department emphasizes undergraduate teaching, student advising, and participation in governance. With a small class size typical of a liberal arts college, there will be a strong emphasis on mentoring

Qualifications

• PhD in chemistry and a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching, liberal arts education, and research with undergraduates.

Responsibilities

• Teach foundational chemistry and advanced inorganic or physical chemistry courses.
• Maintain an active undergraduate research program and supervise undergraduate projects.
• Engage in student advising and participate in department and university governance.

Skills

Undergraduate teaching

Research with undergraduates

Laboratory instruction

Course development

Education

PhD in Chemistry

Job description

The University of Puget Sound invites applications for a tenure-line Assistant Professor of Chemistry to begin Fall 2027. The successful candidate will contribute to the foundational chemistry curriculum and teach inorganic or physical chemistry, with an active undergraduate research program.

The department emphasizes undergraduate teaching, student advising, and participation in governance. With a small class size typical of a liberal arts college, there will be a strong emphasis on mentoring