Visiting Assistant Professor, Chemistry

Boston College: Morrissey College of Arts & Sciences: Chemistry; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston College invites applications for a visiting Assistant Professor in Chemistry to join the Department of Chemistry for a non-tenure track teaching-focused appointment. The successful candidate will teach introductory chemistry and higher-level courses in their specialty, and may oversee and help develop laboratory courses.

The position involves teaching across general chemistry, courses for non-science majors, and upper-level electives for chemistry majors, with responsibilities including

Qualifications

• Ph.D. degree in chemistry or related discipline.
• Demonstrated ability to be an effective teacher.
• Demonstrated commitment to supporting students from all backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Teach introductory chemistry courses and upper-level electives.
• Courses for non-science majors may be included.
• Oversight and development of laboratory courses.

Skills

Teaching

Education

Ph.D. in Chemistry

Job description

Description

Chemistry Faculty Teaching Position, Non-tenure Track

The Department of Chemistry at Boston College invites applications for a non-tenure track Visiting Assistant Professor teaching position. The successful candidate is expected to be able to teach introductory level chemistry courses as well as higher level courses in their area of expertise, if the opportunity arises. Assignments may include General Chemistry, courses for non-science majors and/or upper-level electives for students who major in chemistry or related disciplines. Responsibilities may also include oversight and development of laboratory courses.

The expected 9-month base salary range (paid over 12 months) for this position is $85,000-$95,000. The actual pay offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as, but not limited to, candidate qualifications and prior experience, scope of responsibilities, internal equity, and market considerations.

Qualifications:

Ph.D. degree in chemistry or related discipline.

Demonstrated ability to be an effective teacher.

Demonstrated commitment to supporting students from all backgrounds.

Application Instructions

Applicants must submit the following documents via the online system at https://apply.interfolio.com/193770 : a cover letter, curriculum vitae and a statement of teaching philosophy. In the cover letter, the names of professional references should be specified, along with their contact information.

All application materials must be submitted electronically on or prior to November 1, 2026.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Boston College conducts background checks as part of the hiring process.

Boston College is a Jesuit, Catholic university that strives to integrate research excellence with a foundational commitment to formative liberal arts education. The university is an equal opportunity employer. In concert with our Jesuit, Catholic mission, Boston College is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty and staff committed to teaching and working in a multicultural environment and strongly encourages applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and covered veterans.