Assistant Professor Chemistry

Central State University, United States

Updated: 1 day ago
Location: Wilberforce, OHIO
Deadline: ;

Posting Details
Posting Details


Posting Number 0801502
Classification Title Assistant Professor Chemistry
Working Title
Department Department of Agriculture and Life Sciences
Department Contact Email [email protected]
Job Summary/Basic Function
The Department of Agricultural and Life Sciences welcomes applications for a 9-month tenure-track faculty position in the chemistry program, department of Agricultural and Life Sciences.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Tenure track faculty typically teach 12 contact hours per semester or 24 contact hours per academic year (undergraduate) entry level as well as upper level courses in their area of specialty.
  • Teach undergraduate chemistry courses including organic chemistry, biochemistry, and other courses within the chemistry major and department.
  • Faculty are expected to contribute to the program, department, University, and profession through appropriate service obligations, including the advising of students and committee service.
  • Prepare course materials such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.
  • Evaluate and grade students’ class/lab work, assignments, and papers
  • Collect and analyze data for program and university assessment.
  • Maintain student attendance records, grades, and other required records.
  • Compile, administer, and grade examinations.
  • Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions.
  • Advise students on academic and vocational curricula and on career issues.
  • Develop and use multimedia course materials and other current technology, such as online courses.
  • Collaborate with colleagues to address teaching and research issues.
  • Assist department chair with continual program development.
  • Participate in unit meetings and other university-wide activities/committees.
  • Conduct research in their area of expertise and seek grant funding for projects.
  • Other duties as outlined in the Faculty Handbook.


Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
  • Strong interpersonal, organizational, oral and written communication skills.
  • Previous successful work experience with culturally diverse populations a plus.
  • Cope effectively with adversity and demonstrate leadership skills that promote collegiality and cooperation.
  • Committed to values of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
  • Ability to use technology in instruction and student advising. Experience in curriculum and institutional assessment a plus.
Minimum Qualifications
  • PhD in Organic Chemistry or related field. Post-doctoral or related job experience preferred.
  • Demonstrated commitment to teaching excellence in the undergraduate classroom.
  • Evidence of potential for developing a research program in the area of organic chemistry, biochemistry, or multidisciplinary area that fully involves and engages undergraduate students.


Work Environment and Physical Requirements:
  • Work is generally performed in an office, classroom, or exercise lab environment. Frequent reaching, sitting, walking, and standing may be required. No special coordination beyond that used for normal mobility and handling of everyday objects and materials is needed to perform the job.
Preferred Qualifications
Applicants with teaching experience preferred.
Posting Date 09/22/2023
Closing Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Position Category Faculty - Term Appointment , Faculty - Tenure Track Appointment
Budgeted Annual Salary Commensurate with experience

Similar Positions