Chemistry Teaching Specialist - Full-Time, Secure Path

Oakland University; Rochester Hills, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Oakland University invites applications for a full-time Special Instructor in Chemistry. The appointment is teaching-focused and leads to job security equivalent to tenure, with expected responsibilities across Fall and Winter semesters.

The successful candidate will teach introductory and laboratory chemistry courses, contribute to departmental service, and may have opportunities for additional compensation through summer teaching assignments. Minimum qualifications include a Ph.D.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in chemistry required.
• Experience teaching both lecture and laboratory courses in general chemistry.
• Experience with course development and teaching across modalities (online vs in person).

Responsibilities

• Teach three courses (or equivalent) per Fall and Winter semester.
• Teach introductory/foundational lecture and laboratory chemistry courses.
• Contribute to departmental service and opportunities for summer teaching.

Skills

Teaching

Lab instruction

Course development

Online teaching

Education

Ph.D. in Chemistry

Job description

Oakland University invites applications for a full-time Special Instructor in Chemistry. The appointment is teaching-focused and leads to job security equivalent to tenure, with expected responsibilities across Fall and Winter semesters.

The successful candidate will teach introductory and laboratory chemistry courses, contribute to departmental service, and may have opportunities for additional compensation through summer teaching assignments. Minimum qualifications include a Ph.D.