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Grinnell College

Assistant Professor - Chemistry

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Grinnell College

Grinnell, US · Full-time · $75,000 – $95,000

About this role

The Department of Chemistry invites applications for a one-year term contract with possibility of renewal beginning Fall 2025. Assistant Professor requires Ph.D.; Instructor for ABD or Associate Professor also possible. Teaching load is five courses over two semesters, with labs counting as half a course.

Responsibilities include teaching analytical, environmental, inorganic, materials, or physical chemistry, plus labs at introductory and upper levels in area of specialty. Possible involvement in general chemistry courses supports the department's innovative curriculum. This role emphasizes close student-faculty interaction in a liberal arts setting.

Grinnell College Chemistry Department commits to attracting and retaining students from diverse backgrounds. Innovative pedagogy promotes inclusivity and interdisciplinary connections in chemistry. Faculty can explore curriculum details at the department website.

Candidates discuss developing as teacher and scholar while contributing to a diverse community. Term renewals depend on departmental priorities and budget. Full consideration requires materials by January 13.

Requirements

  • Ph.D. preferred for Assistant Professor
  • ABD acceptable for Instructor
  • Associate Professor level possible
  • Interest in teaching and scholarship at undergraduate liberal arts college
  • Potential to contribute to departmental diversity through teaching, scholarship, or service
  • Statement of teaching philosophy
  • Description of research interests

Responsibilities

  • Teach analytical, environmental, inorganic, materials, or physical chemistry courses
  • Conduct labs at introductory and upper levels
  • Teach courses in area of specialty
  • Provide instruction in general chemistry as needed
  • Manage five-course load over two semesters with labs as half course
  • Promote inclusivity through innovative curriculum and pedagogy

Benefits

  • One-year term contract with possibility of renewal
  • Supportive environment emphasizing student-faculty interaction
  • Commitment to nondiscriminatory educational community