Assistant Teaching Professor of Chemistry
Assistant Teaching Professor of Chemistry
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Job Description
Position Title:
Assistant Teaching Professor of ChemistryAppointment Type:
FacultyJob Description:
Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:
Each position is a 9month yearly appointment with an initial duration of 3years. These positions have the possibility of renewal contingent upon budget departmental staffing needs and a successful performance review. Opportunities for teaching summer courses either in person or online are often available.
Required Minimum Qualifications:
PhD in chemistry or a closely related area by the time of employment.
Teaching experience at the university level.
Preferred Qualifications:
Teaching experience as the instructor of record in chemistry at the university level.
Experience managing teaching assistants (TAs).
Excellent communication skills.
Ability or willingness to teach and revise online courses.
Department/Program & College Description:
The Central Science Chemistry is the link that connects problems in the fundamental nature of matter to the most complex problems in the processes of life. Members of our department bring chemistry to life as cuttingedge researchers and as teachers for students across the university. Undergraduates majoring in chemistry can go on to several professional fields including medicine and graduate study and are also in high demand in fields like secondary education. Our commitment to teaching is reflected in our desire to build a strong community and to provide our undergraduates with every opportunity for success. Toward that end the department offers a vibrant Chemistry Learning Community for our first year and transfer students. Our Ph.D. program has a history of cuttingedge and interdisciplinary research that teaches graduates how to be independent scientists ready for a career in industry or academia. By celebrating the unique contributions and perspectives of our students faculty and staff we aim to inspire innovation and excellence in all aspects of our work. Iowa State University strives to be one of the most welcoming Land Grant universities and we encourage all applicants to apply.
Department Unit/Website:
Proposed Start Date:
August 16 2025Proposed End Date or Length of Term:
May 15 2028Number of Months Employed Per Year:
09 Month Work PeriodTime Type:
Full timeApplication Instructions:
To apply for this position please click on Apply and complete the Employment Application. Please attach the following:
1 Cover Letter addressing qualifications for position and level.
2 Curriculum Vitae.
3 Contact Information for three references with at least one who can speak to teaching experience and/or potential.
4 Statement of teaching experience and/or philosophy 12 pages.
For guaranteed consideration applications must be received by April 6 2025. Applications will still be accepted until the positions are filled.
For questions regarding these positions please contact Search Committee Chair Dr. Javier Vela at .
Why Choose ISU
Iowa State Faculty enjoy comprehensive health and worklife benefits including medical and dental; as well as:
Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
Generous leave plans
Onsite childcare (Ames Iowa)
Life insurance and longterm disability
Flexible Spending Accounts
Various voluntary benefits and discounts
Employee Assistance Program
Wellbeing program
Original Posting Date:
March 5 2025Posting Close Date:
Job Requisition Number:
R16549Employment Type
Full-Time
