"Assistant Professor of Chemistry"

Job Details

Position Summary:

The Department of Chemistry at the University of Wisconsin-Platteville invites applications for a tenure-track position in Organic Chemistry or Polymer Chemistry/Polymer Science. This is a full-time, nine-month, benefits eligible position starting in August of 2026. There may be an opportunity to begin in January 2026. Interdisciplinary interests related to materials science and synthesis of polymers will be considered.

Responsibilities:

Teaching responsibilities include lecture and lab courses in general chemistry, and upper-level courses in organic and polymer chemistry. Curriculum development in organic and polymer chemistry is expected. The successful candidate is expected to establish an independent research program that involves undergraduate students. Additional responsibilities include seeking external funding for undergraduate research, academic advising, performing committee service and other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• A Ph.D. in Chemistry or a very closely related discipline.
• One year of teaching experience that may be fulfilled by two-semesters of half-time teaching assistantship in graduate school.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Experience in mentoring undergraduate research.
• Ability to effectively teach lower-level general chemistry courses.
• Ability to effectively teach upper-level lecture and lab courses in organic and polymer chemistry.

Chemistry at UW-Platteville:

The Chemistry Department currently consists of 9 tenured/tenure-track faculty, 3 instructional academic staff, and 2 lab technicians. The Department offers BS degrees in Chemistry that include program emphases certified by the American Chemical Society (ACS). Available degree emphases include a standard track, Biochemistry, Criminalistics, and Criminalistics with a DNA focus. The Criminalistics Emphases are unique undergraduate programs in the State. The Department also offers a Chemistry Minor and a 2-year Pre-Pharmacy Program. The Department has approximately 80 majors and graduates 12 to 15 students per year. Faculty within the program work closely with students and provide several opportunities for undergraduate research. For more information, please see the departmental web page at: https://www.uwplatt.edu/department/chemistry.

College of Engineering, Mathematics, and Science:

The College of EMS serves 2,653 undergraduate students and 73 graduate students. The College of EMS values being a key player in our undergraduate students’ success through: Teaching excellence, continuously improving our teaching skills, creating engaging learning environments, and implementing known best practices in STEM education, Nurturing a culture of care toward our students and our colleagues, Serving students with a wide range of preparation and meeting our students where they are, Preparing our students for the rigors of the STEM workplace through high standards, and Providing job-ready skills to our students through authentic, applied, and hands-on learning experiences.

Why It’s Great to be a Pioneer:

The University of Wisconsin-Platteville, founded in 1866, offers 47 baccalaureate and 10 master's programs. It possesses institutional strengths in middle level education, engineering, industrial technology, agriculture, criminal justice and business. The campus is located in Southwest Wisconsin's largest and most historic community. The region offers excellent school systems, high quality medical and hospital facilities, outstanding recreational opportunities, and vibrant businesses and industries. UW-Platteville is a cultural and educational center for the Tri-State region of Illinois, Iowa and Wisconsin. The ECE department currently has 8 tenured faculty, a tenure-track faculty, and 2 instructional academic staff. It serves approximately 324 majors, and graduates approximately 58 students per year.

Application Deadline:

Applications must be submitted through our online applicant portal. Applications are due by October 31, 2025, although they will be accepted until the position has been filled.

How to Apply:

The following documents are required for applicant consideration: Letter of application addressing all required qualifications. A current curriculum vitae. Teaching philosophy consisting of no more than two (2) pages detailing your instructional attitudes and pedagogical philosophy, including information on how you will provide an inclusive learning environment for all students. Contact information (name, telephone number, and email address) for 3 professional references.