"Assistant Professor (Lecturer) - Chemistry"

Assistant Professor (Lecturer) - Chemistry

The Department of Chemistry at the University of Utah invites applications for a career-line (non tenure-track) faculty member at the rank of Assistant Professor (Lecturer). We seek a model educator to help us provide a world-class education for every undergraduate student. The successful applicant will have:

1. a PhD or equivalent in Chemistry, Chemistry education or a related field;
2. a commitment to equity in Chemistry education and record of utilizing inclusive, evidence-based instructional practices;
3. experience collaborating with faculty, staff, and students to reform aspects of the undergraduate Chemistry curriculum; and
4. excellent communication, organization, and leadership skills. We seek a long-term colleague who will be fully integrated into our department.

The responsibilities of the successful candidate will be to:

• Teach 5-6 courses per year. The expectation is that the core teaching will include organic chemistry and general chemistry (both lab and lecture) but may also include other courses as appropriate.
• Work with other faculty to develop, implement, and assess the effectiveness of curriculum reforms.
• Serve as a model and consultant for other faculty who want to utilize inclusive, evidence-based instructional practices in their courses.
• Work with Chemistry staff and faculty affiliates to help execute college-wide educational programs. While the successful candidate will not be expected to seek external funding or publish peer-reviewed papers, collaborative opportunities for such activities may be possible, provided they are synergistic with the above responsibilities.

This is an exciting time in the Department of Chemistry. The University is experiencing large enrollment increases, resulting in a more diverse student body from a broader range of academic, geographic, socioeconomic, ethnic, and life-experience backgrounds. We seek a colleague committed to inclusive excellence who will make a lasting impact on our department and institution. The Department is committed to building a diverse intellectual and artistic community, and encourages applicants of all races, ethnicities, genders, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to apply.

Details of appointment:

• Receive a 12-month, salaried (exempt) appointment within the career-line track which includes summer compensation. The career-line track does not include the possibility of tenure, but otherwise parallels the tenure track with various ranks (assistant, associate, and full professor).
• Be eligible to be PIs on grants, to serve on departmental, college, and university committees and in leadership roles.
• Be reviewed informally on an annual basis (like their tenure-track colleagues).
• Have the option to request a formal review for promotion to a higher rank within the career-line track at their discretion.

Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated successful teaching experience at this level as evidenced by course evaluations and reference letters.

Department: 00121 - Chemistry
City: Salt Lake City, UT
Track: Non Tenure Track
Close Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Requisition Number: PRN01400CF

To apply, visit https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/188672