Assistant Professor of Chemistry Physical Chemistry

Number of Vacancies: 1

Area of Consideration: Open To The Public

Position Status: FullTime Regular Tenure Track

Pay Plan Series & Grade: ES000/4

Salary Range:Up to $80000

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Location: 4200 Connecticut Ave NW Washington DC 20008


Brief Description of Duties

University of the district of Columbia (UDC) Division of Science and Mathematics (DSAM) of the College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) is seeking for a tenuretrack Assistant Professor of Chemistry in the field of Physical Chemistry starting from as early as Fall 2024 in the Chemistry Program. The Chemistry Program offers an American Chemical Society (ACS) accredited Bachelor of Science degree in chemistry. Therefore the position is open to candidates from all areas of physical chemistry who possess an ACS teaching certification. Candidates with research background connected to biophysical chemistry are strongly encouraged to apply. Successful candidates will be expected to develop and deliver very engaging chemistry course curricula and participate actively in research and grantsmanship in a way that advances the mission of our institution.

UDC endeavors to be an inclusive space built on the principles of diversity multiculturalism and equity while respecting the ideals of cultural pluralism. Its programs are responsive to and reflective of the constituencies of the District of Columbia and provide models for translating the interactions and problemsolving work of its students faculty staff and community partners to the global world. The College strives to be a place of understanding and continuous dialogue regarding the concepts of inclusivity affinity and intersectionality. Within CAS diversity represents broad continua of orientation origin perspective and social context and considers age generation race ethnicity socioeconomic status religion health experience nationality gender gender identity sexual orientation ability language dialect education and appearance. Under this expectation of inclusive excellence the mission of the Chemistry Program at UDC is to prepare next generation chemists and chemistry professionals with an emphasis on creating a pipeline for chemists and chemistry professionals of color for career opportunities in chemistryrelated fields P12 and higher education.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate chemistry lecture and laboratory courses especially lowerlevel general chemistry as well as seniorlevel physical and/or biophysical chemistry courses.
• Prepare and deliver effective chemistry curriculum using various interactive teaching methods and instructional technology.
• Establish an independent innovative research program while seeking external funding to enhance the growth of the Chemistry Program.
• Publish findings from scholarly activities in professional journals.
• Participate in the ongoing curriculum development and assessment of the Chemistry program.
• Participate in professional development training on ongoing basis and keep abreast of disciplinerelated trends in teaching and research.
• Advise and mentor students in the Chemistry Program.
• Participate in program department college and university service activities.

Minimum Job Requirements

• Ph.D. in Chemistry with concentration in Physical Chemistry or related subdisciplines.
• Minimum of 1 year teaching experience at the college/university level preferably in a minority serving institution.
• Evidence of scholarly publications and presentations at disciplinerelated conferences and meetings.
• Demonstrated evidence of the ability to work collaboratively on research projects as well as serving on program department and University wide committees.

A candidate for appointment to the rank ofAssistant Professorshall be required to meet the following qualifications:

1. An appropriate terminal degree or agree to complete this degree within a period of time to be specified in the terms of the initial contract; and
2. At least three 3 years of fulltime teaching experience including two 2 years in an institution of higher education.

Appropriate professional experience and achievements may be substituted when formal teaching experience islimited or absent.

Information to Applicant

Collective Bargaining Unit (Union): This position is in the collective bargaining unit represented by National Education Association (NEA) and you may be required to pay an agency service fee through direct payroll deduction.

Employment Benefits: Selectee will be eligible for health and life insuranceand sick leave and will be covered under the University of the District of Columbia s retirement plan (TIAA).

Equal Opportunity Employer: The District of Columbia Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race color religion national origin sex age marital status personal appearance sexual orientation family responsibilities matriculation physical handicap or political affiliation.

Notice of NonDiscrimination: In accordance with the D.C. Human Rights Act of 1977 as amended D.C. Official Code Section 21401.01 et. seq. (Act) the University of the District of Columbia does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived: race color religion national origin sex age marital status personal appearance sexual orientation gender identity or expression familial status family responsibilities matriculation political affiliation genetic information disability. Sexual harassment is a form of sex discrimination which is also prohibited by the Act. In addition harassment based on any of the above protected categories is prohibited by the Act. Discrimination in violation of the Act will not be tolerated. Violators will be subject to disciplinary action.

Veterans Preference: Applicants claiming veterans preference must submit official proof at the time of application.

Visa Sponsorship: At this time the University of the District of Columbia does not provide sponsorship for visas (e.g. H1B). This position is also ineligible for Optional Practical Training (OPT).

DrugFree Workplace: Pursuant to the requirements of the DrugFree Workplace Act of 1988 the individual selected to fill this position will as a condition of employment be required to notify his/her immediate supervisor in writing not later than five 5 days after conviction of any criminal drug statute occurring in the workplace.

Background Investigation: Employment with the University of the District of Columbia is contingent upon a satisfactory background investigation. The determination of a satisfactory backgroundinvestigation is made at the sole discretion of the University of the District of Columbia. The University may refuse to hire a finalist rescind an offer of employment to a finalist or review and mayterminate the employment of a current employee based on the results of a background investigation.

Disposition of Resume: Resumes received outside the area of consideration and/or after the closing date will not be given consideration. You must resubmit your resume to receive consideration for any subsequent advertised position vacancies. For the purpose of employment resumes are not considered job applications. Therefore if selected for employment a UDC application will be required.

Job Offers: Official Job Offers are made by the University of the District of Columbia Office of Human Resources only.

Contact Information:All inquiriesrelated to employment and job applications should be directed to UDC Office of Human Resources at(.

The University of the District of Columbia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution. Minorities women veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For a full version of the Universitys EO Policy Statement please visit: