Assistant Professor of Instruction - Chemistry Department

Department: Chemistry / 0-1213-000

College: College of Arts and Sciences

Salary Plan: Permanent Faculty

Campus Location: Tampa

Hiring Salary: $60,000 per year

Position Summary:

The Department of Chemistry at the University of South Florida (USF) celebrates diversity and inclusive excellence among our faculty. We seek to fill a 9-month, full-time, non tenure-earning position at the rank of Assistant Professor of Instruction.

The position is expected to start August 7, 2024 on the Tampa campus, with a competitive salary. The position duties include but are not limited to:

• Teaching large enrollment general chemistry courses and curriculum development.
• Teaching sub-discipline chemistry courses
• Serving on departmental committees.

QUALIFICATIONS (Education & Experience):

Minimum Qualifications:

Doctoral degree from an accredited institution in Chemistry or a closely related field with a promising record of achievement in teaching, and academic service. Must meet university criteria for appointment to the rank of Assistant Professor of Instruction.

Preferred Qualifications:

The preferred candidate will have teaching experience in large enrollment general chemistry courses as well as teaching experience in sub-discipline chemistry courses.

Information for Applicants 

This position is subject to a Level 1 criminal background check.

Job Opening Number: 36289

Posting Date:  02/21/2024

Posting End Date: Review of applications will begin on March 19, 2024

How To Apply 

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**Please request that your references submit their letters of recommendation directly to Kaelah Scheff at [email protected] with your name in the email subject line. 

Only online applications are accepted for this position. Click here for additional tutorial information.

To request an accommodation with the application or interview process, please contact Central Human Resources by telephone: 813-974-2970 or email [email protected] .

Equal Employment Opportunity 

USF is an equal opportunity, equal access academic institution that embraces diversity in the workplace.

The University of South Florida does not discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits sexual harassment. Any person may report sex discrimination, including sexual harassment (whether or not the person reporting is the person alleged to be the victim of conduct that could constitute sex discrimination or sexual harassment), in person, by mail, by telephone, or by electronic mail, using the contact information listed for the Title IX Coordinator. Reports may be made at any time either online or directly to the University's Title IX Coordinator.

Conclusion of this search is subject to final budget approval. According to Florida law, search records, including applications and search committee meetings, are open to the public. For disability accommodations, contact Kaelah Scheff at [email protected] or 813-974-4550, a minimum of five working days in advance. 

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Federal Rights

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) , Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA) .

Work Location 

Campus map and location overview: USF - Tampa Campus

About USF 

The University of South Florida, a high-impact research university dedicated to student success and committed to community engagement, generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. With campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg and Sarasota-Manatee, USF serves approximately 50,000 students who represent nearly 150 different countries.  For four consecutive years, U.S. News & World Report has ranked USF as one of the nation’s top 50 public universities, including USF’s highest ranking ever in 2023 (No. 42). In 2023, USF became the first public university in Florida in nearly 40 years to be invited to join the Association of American Universities, a prestigious group of the leading universities in the United States and Canada. Through hundreds of millions of dollars in research activity each year and as one of top universities in the world for securing new patents, USF is a leader in solving global problems and improving lives. USF is a member of the American Athletic Conference. 

Working at USF 

With more than 16,000 employees at USF, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay region.  At USF you will find opportunities to excel in a rich academic environment that fosters the development and advancement of our employees.  We believe in creating a talented, engaged and driven workforce through on-going development and career opportunities. We also offer a first class benefit package that includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, tuition program and generous leave programs and more.

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