The Department of Chemistry at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville invites applications to fill the position of Lecturer and Director of General Chemistry with a desired starting date of August 1, 2022.  We seek creative and inspirational educators with demonstrated leadership and communication skills for managing and developing courses.  While we are particularly interested in candidates who can contribute to the teaching of introductory lecture and laboratory courses in general chemistry, we will consider applicants with backgrounds and training in all areas of chemistry.  A PhD in chemistry is required; relevant postdoctoral training or classroom teaching experience are considered as positive attributes.  The salary will be competitive and include full university benefits.  The initial appointment will be made on a one-year term with the potential for annual renewal (subject to satisfactory performance and by mutual consent).  The University of Tennessee has a Lecturer career ladder with promotions that allows appointment on multi-year contracts after five years of service. 

A PhD in chemistry is required; relevant postdoctoral training or classroom teaching experience are considered as positive attributes.

Applicants should submit: (1) cover letter (indicate position to apply); (2) curriculum vitae; (3) names and contact information (institutions, phones, emails, and websites if available) of at least three references; (4) one-page statement of teaching philosophy that highlights experience in managing multiple sections and (5) arrange for submission of three letters of recommendation into Interfolio that address the applicant’s teaching skills and qualifications for the position. Review of applications will begin November 1, 2021 and continue until the positions are filled. 

All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment and admission without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, and parental status, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law. In accordance with the requirements of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the University of Tennessee affirmatively states that it does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, or disability in its education programs and activities, and this policy extends to employment by the university. Inquiries and charges of violation of Title VI (race, color, and national origin), Title IX (sex), Section 504 (disability), the ADA (disability), the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (age), sexual orientation, or veteran status should be directed to the Office of Equity and Diversity, 1840 Melrose Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37996-3560, telephone 865-974-2498. Requests for accommodation of a disability should be directed to the ADA Coordinator at the Office of Equity and Diversity.