Lecturer, Chemistry

Louisiana Tech University; United States; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisiana Tech University invites applications for lecturer positions in Chemistry. Responsibilities include teaching General Chemistry and Organic or Physical Chemistry, supervising Capstone research students, and maintaining labs. Ideal candidates hold a doctorate in chemistry, possess excellent communication skills, and have experience teaching.

The position is open until filled, with a start date projected for September 1, 2026. Interested applicants should ensure their qualifications and teaching skills align with the standards of this Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong teaching skills and a commitment to high‑quality professional service.
• Experience teaching chemistry courses and/or labs is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach General Chemistry courses.
• Teach Organic or Physical Chemistry lectures or labs.
• Set up and conduct labs in the candidate’s area of expertise.
• Supervise undergraduate Capstone research students.

Skills

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Strong teaching skills

Education

Earned doctorate in chemistry or a closely related field

Job description

Louisiana Tech University invites applications for lecturer positions in Chemistry. The main instructional responsibilities for this position are:

• Teaching General Chemistry courses
• Teaching Organic or Physical Chemistry lectures or labs (preferred)
• Setting up and conducting labs in the candidate’s area of expertise, including maintenance and care of laboratory instrumentation and equipment
• Supervising undergraduate Capstone research students

Qualifications:

• Earned doctorate in chemistry or a closely related field
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strong teaching skills and a commitment to high‑quality professional service
• Experience teaching chemistry courses and/or labs (preferred)

EEO Statement: Louisiana Tech University is an Equal Opportunity / Affidavitative Action / ADA Employer. The University places a high priority on creating an environment supportive of ethnic minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status or disability.

Posting Close Date: This position will remain open until filled. Applications must be completed by 11:59 p.m. on the chosen closing date. The projected start date is September 1, 2026.

Contact: Mortissa Harvey, Title IX Coordinator, Office Location: Wyly Tower 1536, Phone: [phone], Email: [e-mail]