Instructor - Chemistry

UNO is Nebraska's public metropolitan research university - a university with strong academic values, diverse programs and learning opportunities, and significant relationships with our community that facilitate engaged teaching and research.

Essential Functions

The University of Nebraska at Omaha’s Chemistry Department is seeking candidates for an instructor position beginning Fall semester 2026. The anticipated start date is August 17, 2026. We seek individuals dedicated to high-quality teaching. The successful candidate will be teaching and grading up to four laboratory sections or lectures per semester, holding office hours, participating in weekly instructors’ meetings, and performing assigned professional service activities.

The Chemistry Department currently has 21 faculty members serving over 100 undergraduate majors and supporting approximately 500 students per semester in undergraduate courses. Undergraduate education is the primary mission of the Department. The Department offers an ACS accredited Bachelor’s degree as well as Bachelor’s programs in Medicinal Chemistry, Chemistry Education, and Pharmaceutical Science.

Required Qualifications

Master’s degree or higher in chemistry or related area.

Preferred Qualifications

Preference will be given to candidates who have completed their doctorate and who have qualifications in general chemistry and/or organic chemistry.

Application Instructions

To complete an application please submit the following: 1. Cover Letter 2. CV 3. A teaching philosophy statement that addresses how you approach teaching and learning among different student populations 4. Transcripts 5. Names and contact information of three references 6. Additional evidence of teaching can be submitted using the portfolio button (e.g., teaching evaluations).

Review of applications will begin on June 22, 2026 and will continue until the position is filled. Inquiries about the position may be directed to Dr. Andy Zhong (hzhong@unomaha.edu).