"Lecturers in Chemistry and Forensic Chemistry (F0851A and F1103A Non-Tenured Track)"

Posting Details

Job Title
Lecturers in Chemistry and Forensic Chemistry (F0851A and F1103A Non-Tenured Track)

Department
CHEMISTRY & BIOCHEMISTRY

Position Number
F0851A and F1103A

Job Description

The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at Old Dominion University invites applicants for two lecturer positions to begin in Fall 2026. These are 10-month appointments, within the career line track which does not include the possibility of tenure but otherwise parallels the tenure track with various ranks (lecturer, senior lecturer, and master lecturer).

For the Lecturer in Chemistry and Biochemistry (F0851A), responsibilities include teaching lecture and laboratory courses in introductory chemistry and general chemistry, upper-level courses within the candidate’s specialty, supervision of recitation and laboratory teaching assistants, participation in curriculum development, and service to the department, college and university. Candidates should also be able to maintain, develop, and coordinate introductory and general chemistry labs, as well as lab courses within their discipline.

For the Lecturer in Forensic Chemistry (F1103A), responsibilities include teaching and developing both lecture and laboratory courses in introductory forensic science, forensic biochemistry and/or chemistry, and crime scene investigation. The successful applicant will also participate in curriculum development for a FEPAC certified Forensic Chemistry degree, as well as service to the department, college and university.

Position Type
FullTime

Type of Recruitment
General Public

Minimum required education and/or special licenses, registrations, trainings, or certifications

Minimum required level and type of experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities

For the Lecturer in Chemistry and Biochemistry (F0851A):

1. An M.S. in chemistry, biochemistry, or closely related field from an accredited institution.
2. Demonstrated ability to teach chemistry lecture and lab courses at the undergraduate level in an US institution.

For the Lecturer in Forensic Chemistry (F1103A):

1. A M.S. in forensic science, chemistry, or biochemistry, from an accredited institution and 3 years of professional experience in the field of forensic science. or a Ph.D. in forensic science, forensic chemistry, or closely related field from an accredited institution.
2. Demonstrated ability to teach introductory forensic science lecture and/or lab courses at the undergraduate level at a US institution.

Preferred Qualifications

For the Lecturer in Chemistry and Biochemistry (F0851A):

1. A Ph.D. in chemistry, biochemistry, forensic chemistry, or closely related field from an accredited institution
2. Demonstrated ability as instructor of record to teach chemistry lecture and lab courses at the undergraduate level in an US institution.
3. Experience teaching and managing courses with formal laboratory components
4. Experience managing Teaching Assistants
5. Experience with use of advanced technology in the classroom and, canvas or other LMS platforms.

For the Lecturer in Forensic Chemistry (F1103A):

1. Demonstrated ability to teach chemistry lecture and lab courses at the undergraduate level at a US institution.
2. Experience in teaching and managing courses with formal laboratory components.
3. Experience with use of advanced technology in the classroom and canvas or other LMS platforms.
4. Involvement in forensic chemistry curriculum development and FEPAC certification.

Conditions of Employment

Location
Norfolk, VA

Job Open Date
05/06/2025

Application Review Date
12/15/2025

Open Until Filled
Yes

Application Instructions

To be considered for the position, please apply online at https://jobs.odu.edu/postings/23166 with,

1. Letter of application addressing the qualifications.
2. Curriculum vitae.
3. Teaching philosophy.
4. Unofficial transcripts.
5. Contact information of three references.

Optional uploads: Applicants are encouraged to upload up to a total of three documents or a total of 10 pages from their recent course syllabi or teaching evaluations, or other documents generated by them and used for classroom instruction.

References will be contacted upon submitting your application, to submit a recommendation letter through emailing the Hiring Manager Dr. Craig Bayse, cbayse@odu.edu. Review of the applications for this position will begin on December 15, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled.

Telework Friendly
No

About the College
https://www.odu.edu/sci

About the Department
https://www.odu.edu/chemistry