Instructor in Residence

JOB SUMMARY

The Chemistry Department within the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (CLAS) at the University of Connecticut invites applications for an Instructor in Residence (IiR) position. The successful candidate will primarily be responsible for teaching general chemistry laboratory and organic chemistry laboratory sections. Other duties may be assigned as per the candidates qualifications.

This teaching-focused position emphasizes hands-on instruction in undergraduate chemistry laboratory courses. The successful candidate should have experience in teaching a variety of college-level laboratory courses including general chemistry organic chemistry and other foundational lab offerings. Further we seek a dynamic and engaging laboratory instructor who can communicate effectively with both undergraduate and graduate students as well as faculty members in Chemistry across all of UConns campuses.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to laboratory-based instruction student mentorship and inclusive teaching practices. They must also be dedicated to broadening participation among underrepresented groups and committed to supporting a neuro-inclusive learning environment. Through their efforts alone and as part of an instructional team they will help develop and implement inclusive evidence-based laboratory pedagogies that support diverse learning styles and foster student engagement and success.

Founded in 1881 UConn is a Land Grant and Sea Grant institution and is a member of the Space Grant Consortium. It is the states flagship institution of higher education and includes a main campus in Storrs CT four regional campuses throughout the state and 13 Schools and Colleges including a Law School in Hartford and Medical and Dental Schools at the UConn Health campus in Farmington. The University has approximately 10000 faculty and staff and 32000 students including nearly 24000 undergraduates and over 8000 graduate and professional students. UConn is a Carnegie Foundation R1 (highest research activity) institution among the top 25 public universities in the nation. Through research teaching service and outreach UConn embraces diversity and cultivates leadership integrity and engaged citizenship in its students faculty staff and alumni. UConn promotes the health and well-being of citizens by enhancing the social economic cultural and natural environments of the state and beyond. The University serves as a beacon of academic and research excellence as well as a center for innovation and social service to communities. UConn is a leader in many scholarly research and innovation areas. Today the path forward includes exciting opportunities and notable challenges. Record numbers of undergraduate applications and support for student success have enabled the University to become extraordinarily selective.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Masters degree in chemistry or a closely related field (granted by start date).

• Experience teaching laboratory courses.

• Demonstrated experience with current safety practices waste and hazard management and environmental health and safety practices.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience instructing laboratory courses other than general chemistry.

• Written and verbal communication skills demonstrated by engaging with undergraduate and/or graduate students faculty members and providing student mentorship.

APPOINTMENT TERMS

This position is a full-time nine (9)-month position for an initial duration of one year renewable for up to up to a maximum of five (5) such one-year appointments contingent on satisfactory performance mutual agreement and availability of funds with a start date of August 23 2025.

The successful candidates primary academic appointment will be at the Storrs Campus.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.

TO APPLY

Please apply online at Faculty and Staff Positions Search #499127 and submit the following application materials:

• A cover letter

• Curriculum vitae

• Teaching statement (including teaching philosophy teaching experience commitment to effective learning and concepts for new course development etc.)

• Recent university-sponsored teaching evaluations by students and/or peers if available

• Contact information for 3 Professional letters of reference.

Only complete applications with all required materials will be considered and reviewed.

The evaluation of applicants will begin immediately and the position will remain open until a candidate is selected for hire.

For more information regarding the Department of Chemistry please visit .

All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics which may be found at members of the University of Connecticut are expected to exhibit appreciation of and contribute to an inclusive respectful and diverse environment for the University community.

The University of Connecticut aspires to create a community built on collaboration and belonging and has actively sought to create an inclusive culture within the workforce. The success of the University is dependent on the willingness of our diverse employee and student populations to share their rich perspectives and backgrounds in a respectful manner. This makes it essential for each member of our community to feel secure and welcomed and to thoroughly understand and believe that their ideas are respected by all. We strongly respect each individual employees unique experiences and perspectives and encourage all members of the community to do the same. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin genetics disability age or veteran status.

The University of Connecticut is an AA/EEO Employer.