Visiting Professor, Chemistry and Biochemistry, (Non-tenure track)

The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at Ohio University invites applications for a full-time Visiting Professor, Chemistry and Biochemistry, (Non-tenure track). The successful candidate will teach undergraduate lecture courses in general chemistry and/or biochemistry and/or analytical and/or forensic chemistry. They might also assist in the supervision of the general chemistry undergraduate labs, including supervision of graduate and undergraduate teaching assistants and students attending the laboratory sessions. The candidate is expected to teach up to four lectures per semester, depending on class size and workload.

The Visiting Professor position is a full time, nine-month position for the academic year 2026-2027 (from August 16, 2026, to May 15, 2027).

The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry recently moved into a purpose-built chemistry building with ample new laboratory space. Department faculty are leaders in multidisciplinary fields across the university including biomedical research. We invite the applicant to join a vibrant department that works collaboratively to further scientific discovery, as well as graduate, and undergraduate education.

For additional information about our department, please see http://www.ohio.edu/chemistry. For more information regarding the accomplishments our faculty have made in research, visit this website. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, including international candidates.

College of Arts & Sciences: The college offers a number of master's programs, and eight departments offer doctoral degrees, including the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry.Arts & Sciences faculty are at the heart of Ohio University's research activity. The college is central to Ohio University's transformative learning experience. The foundational instruction for the entire university, delivered through the general education and liberal arts curriculum, is provided by the College of Arts and Sciences. The college provides the primary instruction for approximately one-third of the undergraduate majors on campus, as well as half of the undergraduate credit hours on the Athens campus.

Ohio University:Established in 1804, Ohio University has a rich history, diverse campuses, international communities, and beautiful Appalachian settings. As part of our ongoing efforts to provide and support a transformative learning experience, we affirm our commitment to fostering a welcoming, respectful, and inclusive workforce and community. Athens, home of Ohio University, provides a classic and vibrant residential learning environment for over 28,000 students, and is a family-friendly and culturally rich community. The charm of treelined brick walkways on the University's College Green makes you feel as if you are at a small college rather than a large university. Our picturesque campus is located in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains amidst scenic state and national parks, and is just 75 minutes southeast of Columbus, Ohio. Recently, Athens was rated the Best College Small Town by the readers of USA Today. Ohio University has joined the highest level of research institutions in the country by earning the R1 Classification in the latest Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.

Minimum Qualifications:

The successful candidate is expected to have a Ph.D. in Chemistry or closely related field by the start date of appointment.

Preferred Qualifications:

Preferred candidates will have a Ph.D. in Chemistry or closely related field and experience with teaching courses in general chemistry, and/or experience in managing undergraduate chemistry laboratories.

Planning Unit: College of Arts & Sciences

Department: Chemistry and Biochemistry

Campus: Athens

Applicants may contact this person if they have questions about this position: Nancy Vandeman, vandemn1@ohio.edu

Employment Type: full-time term