Lecturer or Assistant Teaching Professor of Chemistry

Penn State University; Media (Delaware County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established academic institution is seeking a passionate Lecturer or Assistant Teaching Professor of Chemistry to join their vibrant faculty. This role focuses on delivering high-quality instruction in general chemistry, engaging students from diverse backgrounds, and contributing to curriculum development. With a commitment to fostering an inclusive learning environment, the successful candidate will play a key role in shaping the educational experience of students in a dynamic and supportive campus setting. If you are dedicated to inspiring the next generation of scientists and educators, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree or Ph.D. in Chemistry required.
• Experience in teaching and curriculum development is essential.

Responsibilities

• Teach 12 credit/contact hours per week.
• Participate in course and curriculum development.
• Engage in scholarly and professional development activities.

Skills

Teaching Skills

Curriculum Development

Student Advising

Effective Pedagogical Methods

Education

Master’s Degree in Chemistry

Ph.D. in Chemistry or related field

Job description

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

+ CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday (https://www.myworkday.com/psu/d/inst/13102!CK5mGhIKBggDEMenAhIICgYI1A0Q1...) to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.

+ CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.

+ If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants (https://hr.psu.edu/sites/hr/files/Application_Process_for_External_Applications_Non-Penn_State_Employees_.pdf).

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Penn State Brandywine invites applications for a faculty position as Lecturer (Master’s) or Assistant Teaching Professor (Ph.D.) of Chemistry to begin August 2025 or January 2026 as negotiated. This is a 36-week term (single year) academic appointment, funded for one year from the date of hire with a strong possibility of appointment renewal for subsequent periods. Teaching on site and on campus is an essential function of this position.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dynamic person with a commitment to high-quality instruction in a student-centered environment. The instructor will contribute to the success of all students, with a focus on students from historically and currently underrepresented groups in higher education and STEM fields. The successful candidate will teach 12 credit/contact hours per semester with a primary focus on general chemistry courses with lectures and labs, but also potentially including analytical or physical chemistry courses. The courses will support Penn State Brandywine’s degree programs, especially those in Biology, Engineering, and Psychology. Teaching assignments may require day, evening and/or weekend classes using traditional, hybrid, and/or online delivery methods.

Responsibilities include:

1. Teach 12 credit/contact hours per week
2. Participating in course, curriculum, and program development
3. Advising students, supervising student projects, and providing career guidance
4. Participating in campus, university, and community service activities
5. Engaging in scholarly, professional development activities to stay current in the discipline, including effective pedagogical methods

Requirements:

1. Master’s Degree or Ph.D. in Chemistry or a closely related field by the employment start date.
2. Successful completion of standard background checks in accordance with University policies.

Application:

For full consideration, applicants are required to submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, teaching philosophy, and diversity statement that details how their teaching, service and/or scholarship has supported the success of students from diverse and/or underrepresented backgrounds. Applicants who have not yet had the opportunity for such experiences should note their plans for such work. Submit application as a single PDF document. Other information pertinent to the position may also be included. Finalists will be asked to submit a list of three references. Application review begins immediately and continues until a suitable candidate is found. Apply online at: https://hr.psu.edu/careers.

Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.

Campus Information:

As Pennsylvania’s sole land-grant institution and largest public university, Penn State is ranked as a top US public university and global institution for academic standing, specialty programs, and research that impacts the world. With an $8.5 billion total operating budget, $1 billion in annual research expenditures, and nearly 35,000 faculty and staff, Penn State enrolls 90,000 students in one University across 24 campuses and an online World Campus. Penn State Brandywine is a beautiful campus, located on 112 acres in Media, PA, 20 miles west of Philadelphia’s center city. Penn State Brandywine’s principal strengths are its highly diverse student population; exceptional teaching, research, and outreach; undergraduate education among the arts, sciences, and professional fields; student engagement, leadership, and success; established and emerging partnerships with business and industry, community and civic partners, and k-12 and higher education; and entrepreneurial ecosystem and economic growth.

For more information about the campus, visit https://www.brandywine.psu.edu/. For more information about Penn State University, visit: http://www.psu.edu/. Inquiries about the position should be addressed to Dr. Jennifer Nesbitt, Chief Academic Officer, Penn State Brandywine. E-mail: [e-mail]. Telephone: [phone].

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS:

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here (https://police.psu.edu/annual-security-reports).

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

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