"Assistant Teaching Professor in Chemistry (Limited Term Contract)"

Job Type: Faculty (Tenure, Tenure Track, LTC)

Posting In effect from: 12/3/2026

Closing Application Date: 25/3/2026

Applications will be reviewed commencing the closing application date and may continue until the position is filled.

Instructional Type: Academic/Career (max 24 credits)

Faculty Type: Limited Term

Anticipated Start Date: 1/7/2026

Position End Date (If Applicable): 30/6/2028

DUTIES
The Department of Physical Sciences at Thompson Rivers University (TRU) invites applications for a 2-year Limited Term Contract faculty position in Chemistry at the rank of Assistant Teaching Professor to commence July 1, 2026. TRU offers B.Sc. degrees with Canadian Society for Chemistry accredited Majors in Chemistry and Environmental Chemistry. TRU also offers an interdisciplinary Major in Chemical Biology.

The successful candidate could teach a second-year physical chemistry lecture and labs, first-year general chemistry lectures and labs, and organic chemistry labs not currently covered by faculty.

Candidates should have a strong background in general chemistry, laboratory instruction, and a commitment to excellence in teaching undergraduate chemistry, as well as experience in undergraduate curriculum development.

QUALIFICATIONS

Ph.D. in Chemistry (or near completion). Established teaching experience at the post-secondary level is an asset.

Please Note: If you are selected for interview, External Candidates will be required to bring a copy of their transcripts to the interview

Pay Band: $73,665.93 - $114,124.39 (According to TRUFA Salary Schedule (Range TS01 - TS12)

Location: Kamloops, BC CA (Primary)

# of Hires Needed: 1

Organizational Unit: Thompson Rivers University -> Faculty of Science -> Physical Sciences - Chemistry

Diversity and Inclusion Commitment: Thompson Rivers University is strongly committed to hiring based on merit with a focus on fostering diversity of thought within our community. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our staff, our faculty and its scholarship including, but not limited to, women, Indigenous, Black and People of Colour, persons with disabilities and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, however applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

NOTE: To learn more about Thompson Rivers University or living in Kamloops or Williams Lake please visit our Careers website. External Candidates invited to interview will be required to bring a copy of their transcripts to the interview.