"Teaching Assistant Professor - Chemistry and Biochemistry"

Position Number: 330599/20-304

The Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry at Duquesne University invites applications for two one-year Non-Tenure-Track positions in Chemistry/Biochemistry, at the Teaching Assistant Professor level. Preference will be given to candidates who can teach General Chemistry, Biochemistry and Analytical Chemistry.

Each Teaching Assistant Professor will teach a minimum of 12 credit hours per semester of undergraduate courses and laboratories as designated by the Department Chair.

Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Chemistry or Biochemistry and be available to teach beginning mid-August, 2024.

Alternately, the successful candidate may possess any equivalent combination of experience and training, which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities required to perform the essential job functions. This includes commitment to the University’s values of diversity, equity and inclusion, and recognition of the importance of treating each individual with dignity and respect consistent with the University’s Mission. Additionally, applicants must have demonstrated experience with, and understanding of, the broad diversity of the University community (students, faculty, staff and others).

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the University Community.

Ability and willingness to contribute actively to the mission of the University and to respect the Spiritan Catholic identity of Duquesne University. The mission is implemented through a commitment to academic excellence, a spirit of service, moral and spiritual values, sensitivity to world concerns, and an ecumenical campus community.

Duquesne University uses Interfolio to collect all faculty job applications electronically. Please submit a cover letter describing your teaching philosophy and experience, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three confidential references. While the positions will remain open until filled, priority will be given to applications submitted by April 15, 2024. For more information please contact: Dr. Michael Cascio at casciom@duq.edu.