The Department of Physical Sciences at Northeastern State University (NSU) is currently seeking a highly motivated individual for a position at the rank of Assistant Professor to bring additional strength to its chemistry program on the Tahlequah campus. NSU is a predominantly undergraduate university of approximately 8,000 students. The main campus is located in Tahlequah, Oklahoma with branch campuses in Broken Arrow and Muskogee. The Department of Physical Sciences within the Gregg Wadley College of Science and Health Professions has modern facilities on all three campuses, with equipped science complexes in Tahlequah and Broken Arrow.
The successful candidate will:
1) Teach courses in the Department of Physical Sciences. These courses will include biochemistry lecture and lab courses, general chemistry lecture and lab courses, and upper division or graduate courses (M.S. Natural Science) in their area of expertise. Teaching assignments may include both day and evening classes, teaching on multiple campuses, distance learning classes, and online or blended formats.
2) Be engaged in scholarly activities, which may include an externally funded research program that involves undergraduate students.
3) Advise/mentor students.
4) Provide service to the institution and community.
5) Perform other service duties typically associated with university faculty.
The position is open to all areas of chemistry, but primarily for candidates with an expertise in biochemistry. Other specific areas that may be a good fit include organic chemistry or chemistry education. Desirable attributes include commitment to teaching excellence, the potential to develop a research program that includes undergraduates, responsiveness to student needs, good oral and written communication skills, and the ability to work in a team environment.
Ph.D. in Chemistry or Chemical Education. ABD in Chemistry or Chemical Education considered at instructor level. Doctorate required for rank of assistant professor.
Faculty teaching may include distance based courses, including hybrid and fully online classes.
Northeastern State University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and is committed to equal employment opportunity.
Application, CV and transcript of highest degree earned. Please include on the application complete contact information for a minimum of three references.
Annual salary $59,340.00 with excellent benefits, including generous leave time.
Anticipated hire date: 8/9/2027
Applications will be accepted until: 12/31/2026
NOTE: Posting will close to applicants at 11:59 p.m., CST, on the date above. An application cannot be changed after it has been submitted. To complete the application process, it is critical to create a profile.
It is Northeastern State University’s policy that all newly hired employees must provide an original social security card during the hiring process. Failure to provide an original social security card will delay the hiring process and ability to begin employment. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
