VISITING PROFESSOR IN CHEMISTRY
DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL SCIENCES
SCRIPPS AND PITZER COLLEGES
The Chemistry Program the Department of Natural Sciences of Pitzer and Scripps Colleges seeks to hire a visiting professor to teach in our general chemistry courses, with opportunities for teaching in upper division courses including organic chemistry lab. The position will begin in January 2026. Opportunities to direct undergraduate research projects are also possible. This position is a full-time, 18-month appointment with the potential for renewal. Rank will be either Visiting Assistant Professor or Visiting Professor, depending on experience. Candidates must have a Ph.D. in chemistry or a related field before starting the position; prior teaching experience is strongly preferred.
The salary for this position will range from $74,000-$80,000.
Applications should be uploaded to Interfolio and must include (1) a cover letter describing your interest in and capacity for the position, (2) a curriculum vitae, (3) a statement describing your approach to teaching and how you make learning accessible to all students, regardless of preparation, life experience, and scientific background, and (4) the names and e-mail addresses of three references. Please notify your references that recommendation letters will be required promptly should you advance to the semifinalist stage. Inquiries regarding the position may be e-mailed to Professor Ethan Van Arnam at evanarnam@natsci.claremont.edu. Review of applications will begin October 27th, 2025, and the position will remain open until filled.
The Department of Natural Sciences is an equal-opportunity employer. In keeping with its ongoing commitment to build and support a diverse and equitable academic community, The Department of Natural Sciences actively encourages applications from women and members of historically underrepresented groups. Additional information about the department may be found at https://natsci.claremont.edu/
Candidates must have a Ph.D. in chemistry or a related field before starting the position; prior teaching experience is strongly preferred.
Applications should be uploaded to Interfolio and must include (1) a cover letter describing your interest in and capacity for the position, (2) a curriculum vitae, (3) a statement describing your approach to teaching and how you make learning accessible to all students, regardless of preparation, life experience, and scientific background, and (4) the names and e-mail addresses of three references. Please notify your references that recommendation letters will be required promptly should you advance to the semifinalist stage.
Scripps College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, gender, religion, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, medical condition including genetic characteristics, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local law
