F99847 Assistant Professor of Biochemistry

Northeastern State University; Tahlequah (OK); Presencial; USD 53.000 - 65.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Northeastern State University on the Tahlequah campus invites applicants for the position of Assistant Professor of Biochemistry in the Department of Physical Sciences. The role involves teaching biochemistry, general chemistry, and upper-division or graduate courses across multiple campuses, including online formats.

The successful candidate will pursue scholarly activities with undergraduate students and contribute to service to the university and community, working in a collaborative,

Formación

• Ph.D. in Chemistry or Chemical Education; ABD considered at instructor level.
• Doctorate required for rank of assistant professor.
• Willingness to teach biochemistry, general chemistry, and upper-division/graduate courses.

Responsabilidades

• Teach biochemistry and chemistry courses across multiple campuses, including online or blended formats.
• Engage in scholarly activities, potentially leading an undergraduate research program.
• Provide service to the institution and community.
• Perform other service duties typically associated with university faculty.

Conocimientos

Teaching

Communication

Teamwork

Undergraduate mentoring

Educación

PhD in Chemistry or Chemical Education

ABD considered at instructor level

Descripción del empleo

F99847 Assistant Professor of Biochemistry

The Department of Physical Sciences at Northeastern State University (NSU) is currently seeking a highly motivated individual for a position at the rank of Assistant Professor to bring additional strength to its chemistry program on the Tahlequah campus. NSU is a predominantly undergraduate university of approximately 8,000 students. The main campus is located in Tahlequah, Oklahoma with branch campuses in Broken Arrow and Muskogee. The Department of Physical Sciences within the Gregg Wadley College of Science and Health Professions has modern facilities on all three campuses, with equipped science complexes in Tahlequah and Broken Arrow.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will:

1) Teach courses in the Department of Physical Sciences. These courses will include biochemistry lecture and lab courses, generalchemistry lecture and lab courses, and upper division or graduate courses (M.S. Natural Science) in their area of expertise. Teaching assignments may include both day and evening classes, teaching on multiple campuses, distance learning classes, and online or blended formats.

2) Be engaged in scholarly activities, which may include an externally funded research program that involves undergraduate students.

4) Provide service to the institution and community.

5) Perform other service duties typically associated with university faculty.

Experience

The position is open to all areas of chemistry, but primarily for candidates with an expertise in biochemistry. Other specific areas that may be a good fit include organic chemistry or chemistry education. Desirable attributes include commitment to teaching excellence, the potential to develop a research program that includes undergraduates, responsiveness to student needs, good oral and written communication skills, and the ability to work in a team environment.

Education Requirements

Ph.D. in Chemistry or Chemical Education. ABD in Chemistry or Chemical Education considered at instructor level. Doctorate required for rank of assistant professor.

Information for Applicants

Faculty teaching may include distance based courses, including hybrid and fully online classes.

Northeastern State University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and is committed to equal employment opportunity.

Annual salary $59,340.00 with excellent benefits, including generous leave time.

Anticipated hire date: 8/9/2027
Applications will be accepted until: 12/31/2026
NOTE: Posting will close to applicants at 11:59 p.m., CST, on the date above. An application cannot be changed after it has been submitted.

NOTICE TO APPLICANTS

It is Northeastern State University’s policy that all newly hired employees must provide an original social security card during the hiring process. Failure to provide an original social security card will delay the hiring process and ability to begin employment. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Northeastern State University complies with all “applicable” federal and state laws regarding non-discrimination.