Instructor of Chemistry

Wright State University; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Wright State University invites applications for a Chemistry Instructor to develop and teach various advanced chemistry labs, including quantitative analysis, instrumental analysis, and forensic chemistry at undergraduate and MS levels. The successful candidate will also teach first year chemistry and higher-level classes as needed.

An instructor position is non-tenure eligible. The university emphasizes experiential learning and offers support for teaching, grant writing, and leadership through

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or ABD in analytical chemistry, forensic chemistry, or related field.
• At least a one-year teaching experience in post-secondary level.
• Teaching, research, or other related positions in analytical chemistry labs, forensic chemistry labs, or other advanced chemistry labs.
• Ph.D. requirements completed at start of appointment.

Skills

Teaching experience

Education

Ph.D. or ABD in analytical/forensic chemistry

Job description

Wright State University is an equal opportunity employer.

Faculty Rank or Job Title

Faculty Rank or Job Title Instructor of Chemistry

Job Category:

Job Category: Faculty/Instructional

Department

EEO number:

EEO number: 26Y244

Position FTE

100%

Minimum Annual Salary

Minimum Annual Salary Negotiable

Salary Band:

Salary Band: FA NA

Job Summary/Basic Function:

Wright State University is inviting applications for a Chemistry Instructor to develop and teach various advanced chemistry labs, including but not limited to quantitative analysis, instrumental analysis, and forensic chemistry in the undergraduate and MS level. In addition to teaching these advanced chemistry labs, the successful candidate is also expected to teach first year chemistry and higher-level classes as needed. An instructor position is non-tenure eligible.

Wright State University is a comprehensive, medium-sized regional university focused on student success while emphasizing experiential learning. Faculty development is critical for student success and the university offers support for teaching, grant writing, and leadership through training and workshops.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ph.D. or ABD in analytical chemistry, forensic chemistry, or related field
• At least a one-year teaching experience in post-secondary level
• Teaching, research, or other related positions in analytical chemistry labs, forensic chemistry labs, or other advanced chemistry labs
• Ph.D. requirements completed at start of appointment

Preferred Qualifications

• At least two years of teaching, research, or other related positions in analytical chemistry labs, forensic chemistry labs, or other advanced chemistry labs
• Experience developing analytical chemistry experiments and forensic chemistry experiments, including forensic drug analysis
• Documented pedagogical and curricular success at the college level

Essential Functions and percent of time:

The expected workload is as follows:

• Teaching – 85%
• Service – 15%

Essential Functions and percent of time (cont'd):

Non-Essential Functions and percent of time:

Working Conditions

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