Visiting Assistant Professor of Chemistry

MinorityPostdoc; College Hill (PA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Lafayette College invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor of Chemistry. The appointment is non-tenure-track and ideally starts January 2027 through the 2027-2028 academic year. Teaching will emphasize introductory chemistry with potential courses in organic chemistry or biochemistry depending on expertise and departmental needs.

The teaching load is three lecture courses each semester; two three-hour labs count as one course. Ph.D.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. degree strongly preferred
• ABD candidates will be considered
• Prior teaching experience preferred
• Mentoring students on research projects (optional)

Responsibilities

• Teach three lecture courses each semester (general chemistry focus; possible organic/biochemistry based on expertise and needs).
• Laboratory instruction complements lectures; mentoring opportunities for undergraduates on research projects when available.

Job description

Visiting Assistant Professor of Chemistry

Department of Chemistry

The Lafayette College Department of Chemistry is searching for a Visiting Assistant Professor (non-tenure-track) to join the department ideally starting January 2027 through the 2027-2028 academic year. The specific teaching assignments will focus on introductory (general) chemistry, with possible other courses, particularly in organic chemistry or biochemistry, depending on the candidate's specific expertise, prior teaching experience, and departmental needs.

The teaching load for visiting assistant professors at Lafayette College is three lecture courses each semester; two three-hour laboratory sections are equivalent to a lecture course. While not a requirement, opportunities and support are available for the successful candidate to mentor students on research projects.

Candidates with a Ph.D. degree are strongly preferred, although highly-qualified and experienced candidates nearing completion of the doctoral degree (ABD) will receive consideration. Prior teaching experience is preferred.

Prospective applicants with inquiries about the position can contact Chip Nataro, Marshall R. Metzgar Professor, Head of Chemistry, and Chair of the Search Committee at [e-mail] or 610-330-5216.

More detailed information about departmental major programs, courses, faculty, staff, instrumentation and facilities is available on the departmental web page at chemistry.lafayette.edu .