"Visiting Assistant Professor, Chemistry"

Position Summary

The Department of Chemistry at Rollins College invites applications for two one-year visiting assistant professor positions beginning in August 2026. We seek colleagues with a commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching. The position carries teaching responsibilities in general chemistry, organic chemistry, biochemistry, and potentially general education courses.

For more information about the department and our facilities in the Bush Science Center visit www.rollins.edu/chemistry.

Rollins College is a comprehensive liberal arts college located just north of Orlando, FL, a diverse metropolitan community with a thriving economic and cultural scene. Nearby Orlando International Airport provides easy access to U.S. and international destinations. The college emphasizes innovative and quality teaching in small classes and ranks number one among 121 Southern master's-level universities in the annual rankings of 'America's Best Colleges,' released by U.S. News & World Report. Please visit the college website at www.rollins.edu.

Minimum Qualifications and Education

• Required Ph.D. in chemistry or related field.
• Demonstrated proficiency in current pedagogical practices with potential to excel in the classroom - preference to candidates with prior teaching experience or completion of a faculty preparation program
• Demonstrated understanding that a liberal arts education includes a student-centered undergraduate experience, introduction to the different ways of knowing, and a broader understanding of the world.

Instructions to Applicants

Interested applicants must apply online via the College's employment website and upload the following materials as follows:

1. Letter of interest
2. Curriculum vitae
3. Provide three reference names and email addresses

Review of applications will begin January 23, 2026 and continue until the position is filled.

Please direct any questions to:
Dr. Ellane Park Yook
Chair, Department of Chemistry
eyook@rollins.edu