The Department of Chemistry at Ursinus College invites applications for a one-year Visiting Assistant ProfessorThe successful candidate will join a dedicated team of faculty and staff in an ACS-certified department and willparticipate in the biochemistry and molecular biology programThe chemistry department is housed in Pfahler Hall and offers dedicated student research laboratories and instruments suitable for undergraduate research.
Responsibilities
We seek a chemist who is committed to excellence in undergraduate education at a highly selective liberal arts college.The successful candidate will be responsible forteaching four courses per semester, with primary responsibilities including lecture and laboratory courses in general and/or organic chemistryOpportunities exist for interested candidates toengage undergraduate students in research
Applicants should have a Ph.D. in chemistry or chemical education
The Ursinus College faculty is a diverse community of teacher-scholars dedicated to providing transformative experiences for a diverse student body in a highly reflective process embedded in ourcore curriculum All faculty members are expected to be similarly reflective. Therefore, applicants are requested to submit a cover letter, CV, contact information for three references, and separate statements reflecting on (1) teaching experience, practices, and goals and (2) experience and commitment in support of an inclusive community. All applications must be submitted electronically to Interfolio. Queries may be sent to the Search Committee Chair atchemchair@ursinus.eduReview of completed applications will begin May 20, 2024andwill continue until the position is filled
Ursinus College is a highly selective, independent, co-educational, residential liberal arts college of approximately 1500 students located about 25 miles northwest of center city Philadelphia. With a diverse community of students, it is an expectation of all faculty to contribute to the inclusion, engagement, and success of all students. Ursinus is an EO/AA employer. Ursinus College does not discriminate on grounds of race, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, age, creed, ancestry, veteran status, marital status, disability, or other classification protected by applicable law in the administration of any of its educational programs or activities or with respect to employment.
