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Visiting Assistant Professor, Chemistry and Biochemistry

Employer
Fairfield University
Location
Fairfield, Connecticut

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Faculty Jobs
Science & Technology, Chemistry & Biochemistry
Position Type
Assistant Professor
Employment Type
Full Time
Institution Type
Four-Year Institution

About Fairfield University:

Fairfield University is a comprehensive Jesuit institution that prepares students for leadership and service in a constantly changing world. Founded in 1942 on North Benson Road in Fairfield, Connecticut, the University has grown from an initial class of 303 undergraduate male students admitted to the College of Arts and Sciences in 1947 into a coeducational university of more than 5,000 undergraduate and graduate students. Along the way, the University has awarded more than 45,000 degrees since 1951, developing and supporting a reputation for educational excellence both regionally and nationally.

Job Description:

The Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry at Fairfield University invites applications for a one-semester full time visiting assistant professor position beginning January 1, 2021. The position is for instruction in General Chemistry II, as well as contributions to Physical Chemistry, Chemical Instrumentation, Chemical Analysis Laboratory and/or Biochemistry. The possibility of extending this Visiting Assistant Position to the ‘21-‘22 academic year is dependent upon funding approval.

Requirements:

Applicants are expected to currently hold a Ph.D. in Chemistry or a related field. Applicants must have a strong commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching, as well as undergraduate lab teaching experience. Candidates should have experience teaching General Chemistry, good communication skills, and experience using classroom/laboratory technology. Preference will be given to candidates who have successfully taught Physical Chemistry, Chemical Instrumentation, Chemical Analysis Laboratory and/or Biochemistry to undergraduate college students.

Additional Information:

The department consists of nine full-time faculty representing a range of specialties and is housed in a spacious, well-equipped facility in the Bannow Science Center. The Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry has a vibrant culture of undergraduate student-faculty collaboration in research, several departmental events and guest lecturers, and a large student interest in the health sciences. The salary and benefits for the position are highly competitive.

Fairfield University is a Jesuit institution, consistently ranked as a top comprehensive university in New England, located in the scenic shoreline community of Fairfield, CT, one hour from New York City along Long Island Sound. Our five Colleges and Professional Schools enroll approximately 3,500 undergraduate and 1,200 graduate students.

Fairfield University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, committed to excellence through diversity, and, in this spirit, particularly welcomes applications from women, persons of color, veterans, Jesuits, and members of historically underrepresented groups. The University will provide reasonable accommodations to all qualified individuals with disabilities.

Application Instructions:

Review of applications begins immediately, for full consideration all materials must be submitted by November 23, 2020. For full consideration, please click “https://ffd.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/EmploymentOpportunities/job/Fairfield-CT/Visiting-Assistant-Professor--Chemistry_JR0000814” and upload the following materials:

  • a curriculum vitae
  • a letter of application
  • statement of teaching philosophy
  • examples of syllabi and teaching evaluations if applicable
  • unofficial graduate and undergraduate transcripts
  • contact information for three references

Please ask your references to send letters of recommendation to the following email address:

chemistrysearch@fairfield.edu

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