Instructor/Lecturer/Sr Inst/Sr Lecturer- Chemistry

Illinois International; Urbana (IL); On-site; USD 61,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition waivers

Job summary

The Department of Chemistry at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign invites applications for an Instructor/Lecturer/Senior Instructor/Lecturer in General Chemistry. The role covers lecture and laboratory instruction with opportunities to mentor teaching assistants and contribute to curriculum development.

Rank-dependent duties include development of new materials and innovative teaching methods, as well as coordination of lab courses and online course content.

Qualifications

• Masters degree in chemistry or closely related field; potential for high-quality college/university teaching in chemistry.
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness meeting design, delivery, inclusivity, and reflective and evolving criteria.
• Experience in curriculum development or current educational technologies is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present lectures and laboratory content in General Chemistry.
• Supervise and mentor teaching assistants; hold office hours; write and grade exams; assign grades.
• Coordinate with the Associate Director of Teaching Labs and lab staff on general chemistry lab courses and experiments.
• Attend General Chemistry area meetings; serve on departmental and/or university committees annually.
• Revise course content and syllabi to meet General Education certification/recertification; develop online General Chemistry courses.
• For Senior Instructor/Lecturer: contribute to curriculum development and innovative teaching methods.

Skills

Teaching excellence elements

Mentoring teaching assistants

Online course development

Curriculum development interest

Education

Master's degree in chemistry

PhD in chemistry

Job description

Instructor/Lecturer/Senior Instructor/Sr Lecturer in General Chemistry

Department of Chemistry
University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign

The Department of Chemistry in the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign invites applications for a specialized faculty position as an Instructor/Lecturer/Senior Instructor/Lecturer in General Chemistry.

Responsibilities

Duties in the Instructor/Lecturer/ Senior Instructor/Lecturer position are:

Preparing and presenting contents in lecture and laboratory courses in General Chemistry. Additional duties will include the following, depending on the title and rank of the position:

(i) Supervising and mentoring teaching assistants, holding office hours to meet with students outside of class time, writing and grading examinations, and assigning grades.
(ii) Coordinating and communicating with the Associate Director of Teaching Labs and lab staff about general chemistry lab courses and experiments.
(iii) Attending General Chemistry area meetings and serving on one departmental and/or university-wide committee each year.
(iv) Revising course content and syllabi to meet General Education certification and recertification. (v) Developing content and teaching online General Chemistry courses that fulfill the University online course certification requirement.

Duties at the Senior Instructor/Lecturer level also include substantial additions, improvements, or other contributions to the chemistry curriculum, such as new course development, study abroad experiences, and innovative teaching methods that improve student learning.

Qualifications

Applicants for the Instructor rank must (i) hold a Masters degree in chemistry, or a closely related field, (ii) have demonstrated potential for high-quality college or university-level teaching in chemistry, and (iii) demonstrate a record of teaching effectiveness that meets the following elements of teaching excellence:

• Well-designed
• Well-delivered
• Inclusive and ethical
• Reflective and evolving

Applicants for the Senior Instructor rank must (i) hold a Masters degree in chemistry, or a closely related field, (ii) have demonstrated excellence in university-level teaching in chemistry, (iii) demonstrate a record of teaching effectiveness that meets the following elements of teaching excellence:

• Well-designed
• Well-delivered
• Inclusive and ethical
• Reflective and evolving

and, (iv) experience in curriculum development or current educational technologies. Experience and/or a strong interest in the creation of new and innovative course materials and experiments will enhance an application.

Applicants for the Lecturer rank must (i) hold a PhD in chemistry, or a closely related field and (ii) have demonstrated potential for high-quality college or university-level teaching in chemistry, and (iii) demonstrate a record of teaching effectiveness that meets the following elements of teaching excellence:

• Well-designed
• Well-delivered
• Inclusive and ethical
• Reflective and evolving

Applicants for the Senior Lecturer rank must (i) hold a PhD in chemistry, or a closely related field, (ii) have demonstrated excellence in university-level teaching in chemistry, (iii) demonstrate a record of teaching effectiveness that meets the following elements of teaching excellence:

• Well-designed
• Well-delivered
• Inclusive and ethical
• Reflective and evolving

and, (iv) experience in curriculum development or current educational technologies. Experience and/or a strong interest in the creation of new and innovative course materials and experiments will enhance an application.

SALARY AND APPOINTMENT INFORMATION

This is a full-time, 9-month appointment paid over 12 months, non-tenure track position, renewable yearly subject to enrollments, funding, and strong performance evaluations. Target start date is August 1, 2027, but renewed appointments will be on a 9-month service basis (Aug 16-May 15). The 9-month salary ranges are as follows:

Instructor or Lecturer is $61,000–$64,000

Senior Instructor or Senior Lecturer is $66,000–$69,000

Final salary offered will be determined by a thorough assessment of available market data, internal salary equity, candidate experience and qualifications, collective bargaining agreements, and budget constraints. This position will be expected to work at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign campus on a full-time basis per the University’s Workplace Flexibility policy. This position is eligible for sponsorship for work authorization, except for sponsorship of a new H1B petition that would incur the $100,000 fee.

Full consideration will be given to complete applications received by Dec 4, 2026. Applicants may be interviewed before the closing date; however, no hiring decision will be made until after that date.

Founded in 1867 as Illinois’s flagship public university, the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign empowers a global community of students, scholars, and alumni to change the world through bold, innovative research and transformative education. With a land-grant heritage rooted in progress, Illinois faculty drive paradigm-shifting discoveries, mentor future leaders, and collaborate across 15 colleges and instructional units and more than 20 research institutes. The university’s legacy of excellence includes 24 Nobel Prizes and 29 Pulitzer Prizes awarded to its faculty and alumni, $755 million in sponsored research funding, and 94 academic programs ranked in the top 20 nationally. Illinois offers the resources, recognition, and reach to accelerate your career — along with a highly competitive benefits portfolio. Discover how the Illinois Value Proposition fosters professional longevity, personal fulfillment, and a deep sense of purpose in every role.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position; however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

• This position is intended to be eligible for benefits . This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify .

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Accommodations may also be requested on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions, or religion. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodation portal , or by contacting the Office for Access & Equity at 217-333-0885, option #1, or [e-mail] .