Instructor in Residence

University of Connecticut; Storrs (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Connecticut (Storrs) invites applications for an Instructor in Residence in the Chemistry Department. This teaching-focused role primarily involves instructing general chemistry and organic chemistry laboratory sections, with additional duties as needed.

The candidate should foster engaging, inclusive laboratory experiences for undergraduate students and collaborate with faculty across campuses.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to teach general chemistry and organic chemistry laboratory courses.
• Experience using lab safety, waste management and EH&S practices.
• Commitment to inclusive, neuro-inclusive laboratory teaching and student mentorship.

Responsibilities

• Teach general chemistry laboratory sections.
• Teach organic chemistry laboratory sections.
• Participate in other duties as assigned by the department and qualifications.
• Contribute to inclusive, evidence-based lab pedagogy and student engagement.

Education

Master's degree in Chemistry

Experience teaching laboratory courses

Current safety, waste and EH&S practices

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

The Chemistry Department within the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (CLAS) at the University of Connecticut invites applications for an Instructor in Residence (IiR) position. The successful candidate will primarily be responsible for teaching general chemistry laboratory and organic chemistry laboratory sections. Other duties may be assigned as per the candidate's qualifications.

This teaching-focused position emphasizes hands‑on instruction in undergraduate chemistry laboratory courses. The successful candidate should have experience in teaching a variety of college‑level laboratory courses, including general chemistry, organic chemistry, and other foundational lab offerings. Further, we seek a dynamic and engaging laboratory instructor who can communicate effectively with both undergraduate and graduate students as well as faculty members in Chemistry across all of UConn’s campuses.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to laboratory‑based instruction, student mentorship, and inclusive teaching practices. They must also be dedicated to broadening participation among underrepresented groups and committed to supporting a neuro‑inclusive learning environment. Through their efforts, alone and as part of an instructional team, they will help develop and implement inclusive, evidence‑based laboratory pedagogies that support diverse learning styles and foster student engagement and success.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's degree in chemistry or a closely related field (granted by start date).
• Experience teaching laboratory courses.
• Demonstrated experience with current safety practices, waste and hazard management, and environmental health and safety practices.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience instructing laboratory courses other than general chemistry.
• Written and verbal communication skills, demonstrated by engaging with undergraduate and/or graduate students, faculty members, and providing student mentorship.

APPOINTMENT TERMS

This position is a full‑time, nine (9)-month position for an initial duration of one year, renewable for up to a maximum of five (5) such one‑year appointments, contingent on satisfactory performance, mutual agreement, and availability of funds, with a start date of August 23, 2025.

The successful candidate’s primary academic appointment will be at the Storrs Campus.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre‑employment criminal background check.

TO APPLY

Please apply online at https://hr.uconn.edu/jobs, Faculty and Staff Positions, Search #499127, and submit the following application materials:

• cover letter,
• Curriculum vitae,
• Teaching statement (including teaching philosophy, teaching experience, commitment to effective learning, and concepts for new course development, etc.),
• Recent university-sponsored teaching evaluations by students and/or peers, if available,
• Contact information for 3 Professional letters of reference.

Only complete applications with all required materials will be considered and reviewed.

The evaluation of applicants will begin immediately, and the position will remain open until a candidate is selected for hire.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

The University of Connecticut is an AA/EEO Employer.

Advertised: Jul 07 2025 Eastern Daylight Time