Instructor of Chemistry

Job Description

Instructor of Chemistry
Wright State University

EEO Statement: Wright State University is an equal opportunity employer.

Faculty Rank or Job Title: Instructor of Chemistry

Job Category: Faculty/Instructional

Department: Chemistry

EEO number: 26Y244

Position FTE: 100%

Minimum Annual or Hourly Rate:

Salary Band: FA NA

Job Summary/Basic Function
Wright State University is inviting applications for a Chemistry Instructor to develop and teach various advanced chemistry labs, including but not limited to quantitative analysis, instrumental analysis, and forensic chemistry in the undergraduate and MS level. In addition to teaching these advanced chemistry labs, the successful candidate is also expected to teach first year chemistry and higher-level classes as needed. An instructor position is non-tenure eligible.
Wright State University is a comprehensive, medium-sized regional university focused on student success while emphasizing experiential learning. Faculty development is critical for student success and the university offers support for teaching, grant writing, and leadership through training and workshops.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ph.D. or ABD in analytical chemistry, forensic chemistry, or related field
• At least a one-year teaching experience in post-secondary level
• Teaching, research, or other related positions in analytical chemistry labs, forensic chemistry labs, or other advanced chemistry labs
• Ph.D. requirements completed at start of appointment

Preferred Qualifications

• At least two years of teaching, research, or other related positions in analytical chemistry labs, forensic chemistry labs, or other advanced chemistry labs
• Experience developing analytical chemistry experiments and forensic chemistry experiments, including forensic drug analysis
• Documented pedagogical and curricular success at the college level

Essential Functions and percent of time
The expected workload is as follows:

• Teaching - 85%
• Service - 15%

First Consideration Date: 06/15/2026

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled: Yes

To apply, please visit: https://jobs.wright.edu/postings/22324