The Department of Chemistry at Carthage College invites
applications for a tenure-track assistant professor of biochemistry
starting August 2027. We seek a teacher-scholar to contribute to
the development of our new Biochemistry major by serving as Program
Coordinator, guiding curriculum development, and advising
biochemistry students. The successful applicant will be expected to
teach biochemistry and general chemistry courses while
demonstrating a strong commitment to establishing a productive
research program with undergraduates and actively seeking external
funding.
The Chemistry Department is ACS certified, and our equipment
includes a 400-MHz NMR, AFM, HPLC, GC-MS, GC, FTIR, DLS, MP-AES,
Fluorimeter, and UV/VIS. The Carthage faculty is firmly committed
to the liberal arts tradition and interdisciplinary work. Carthage
also offers small class sizes, start-up funds for research,
conference travel, and the opportunity to teach, mentor, and advise
diverse undergraduates at a liberal arts college. A demonstration
of teaching ability will be required at the final interview. More
information about the Department may be found at
http://www.carthage.edu/chemistry/
.
Interested candidates should submit a single PDF file that includes
a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching
philosophy, a scholarship statement, and the names and contact
information of three professional references. Additional questions
about this position can be directed to Prof. John Kirk at
[contact details available in the full listing].
For best consideration, applications should be received by October
16th.
Minimum Qualifications
- Meet all requirements for a Ph.D. in Biochemistry or Chemistry
by August 2027
- Commitment to innovative curriculum development in
chemistry
- Demonstrated record of or potential for successful
undergraduate instruction
- Demonstrated record of or potential for engagement of
undergraduate students in scholarship
Enthusiasm for educating students from widely varying
backgrounds
About Carthage
Located on the shore of Lake Michigan in the thriving
Chicago-Milwaukee corridor, Carthage College blends the best
liberal arts traditions with desirable degree programs,
transformative learning opportunities, and personal attention from
dedicated faculty and staff. Our beautiful campus, an 80-acre
arboretum with stunning lake views, is home to 2,600 undergraduate
students and 200 graduate students. Founded in 1847, Carthage is
consistently named a Best Midwestern College by The Princeton
Review and a Most Innovative School by U.S. News & World
Report. All Carthage employees play a vital part in the success of
our students, as we work together to create an environment where
all can achieve their true potential. Grow with Carthage.
Carthage College is an equal opportunity employer (EOE)
dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse community.
We welcome applications from a broad spectrum of people, including
members of ethnic minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with
disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration
for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender
expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin,
protected veteran status or status as an individual with a
disability.