Visiting Assistant Professor-Chemistry
- Employer
- The College of New Jersey
- Location
- Ewing, NJ
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- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
Appointment Type: Non-Tenure TrackState Title: Assistant ProfessorBargaining Unit: AFTEmployment Type: 35 hours per week/Full-TimeExpected Start Date: January 10, 2027End Date: June 11, 2027Compensation: Range 24/$91,777.27 - $99,422.70 About TCNJThe College of New Jersey (TCNJ) is a highly selective institution that is consistently recognized as one of the top comprehensive colleges in the nation. Founded in 1855 as the New Jersey State Normal School, TCNJ maintains the eighth highest four-year graduation rate among all public colleges and universities. It is ranked by Money as one of the top 15 public colleges “most likely to pay off financially,” and U.S. News & World Report rates it the No. 1 public institution among regional universities in the northeast.
About the Department:The Chemistry Department has 13 full-time faculty members, 9 of whom are tenure-track, and approximately 120 majors. We occupy a recently expanded and renovated Chemistry Building, which is part of TCNJ’s six-building STEM Complex, providing tremendous opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration. The Chemistry Department offers state-of-the-art teaching and research facilities with extensive instrumentation (see: science.tcnj.edu/about/facilities-labs).
TCNJ’s Department of Chemistry offers a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry degree with specializations in Biochemistry, Materials Chemistry, and Secondary Education. The Bachelor of Science in Chemistry degree can be American Chemical Society (ACS) certified. Over 80% of our majors participate in one or more semesters of research with a Chemistry faculty member. A large percentage of our undergraduates go on to earn Ph.D.s in Chemistry and related fields. In the past five years, the department was awarded over $3 million in external grants and has produced more than 40 peer-reviewed papers or book chapters. TCNJ faculty and students are very active with the American Chemical Society and recently hosted the Middle Atlantic Regional Meeting (MARM) in 2022 with the Trenton Local Section. For more information about the department, visit chemistry.tcnj.edu. Position Overview:The Department of Chemistry at The College of New Jersey (TCNJ) invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor, starting Spring 2027. The successful candidate will have a Ph.D. in one of the Chemistry subdisciplines (Analytical, Biochemistry, Inorganic, Organic, or Physical) or a closely related field, with teaching experience in introductory, analytical, biochemistry, inorganic, organic, or physical chemistry. We invite applicants who are committed to high-quality teaching and mentorship with undergraduate students and possess a commitment to using active-learning pedagogies in lecture and laboratory settings. We encourage applications from candidates with a wide range of professional backgrounds and experiences, including mid-career applicants. Teaching responsibilities will include General Chemistry and one or more other courses, including Organic Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, Thermodynamics, and/or our General Organic Biochemistry (GOB) course for nursing students. These teaching assignments are typically scheduled during the day, but may on occasion require instruction of an evening course section. Preference will be given to applicants whose background enables them to teach upper-level advanced courses– some examples include organic synthesis, instrumental analysis, bioanalytical chemistry, process chemistry, kinetics, pharmacology and toxicology, bioinformatics, proteomics, or medicinal chemistry. Ideal candidates should have an interest in developing and implementing high-impact teaching pedagogies that use active learning and student-centered approaches, as well as laboratory instruction that focuses on inquiry-based learning. The Department continues to enhance its General, Organic, and GOB chemistry curricula, and its B.S. degree track, which includes ACS-certification and materials science and biochemistry specializations. Please visit the Department's website for information on its curriculum, faculty members, and their research interests: https://chemistry.tcnj.edu Applicants will be expected to actively participate in departmental activities, including departmental and faculty committees in addition to their 24 FWH/10 month teaching load. The Department of Chemistry and the School of Science are also deeply invested in the professional development of all of our faculty. As members of the TCNJ community, faculty and staff benefit from professional development resources, including Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning (CETL) instructional mini-grants, pedagogical workshops, and campus-wide training programs supported by Academic Affairs and Human Resources. Persons with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations in order to perform the essential functions of the position. If the requested accommodation(s) cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, the applicant may not be eligible for the position. Employer QualificationsEmployment at TCNJ is contingent upon the successful completion of an applicable background check, reference checks, and verification of identity and authorization to work in the United States (Form I-9). Accommodation: Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation to apply or interview should contact hr@tcnj.edu. Employee Benefits
As a member of The College of New Jersey Community, you will be a part of an exciting and rewarding public college career. Eligible full-time employees will be able to take advantage of a generous benefits package that includes health, welfare, and retirement benefits, including:Comprehensive benefit plans covering medical, dental and prescription plansGenerous leave entitlements program and Energy Savings Program Employee and dependent Tuition Waiver and Reimbursement ProgramPension, retirement, and deferred compensation plans, group life insuranceEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Employee affinity groupsNew Jersey State Employee Discount Program (Pet insurance, cell phone plan discounts, discounted amusement park tickets, etc.)Access to extensive learning opportunities To view a comprehensive list of benefits available to employees, visit our Health Benefits Plans and Programs page to learn more! How to ApplyApplicants should compile a single PDF file containing the items listed below. Apply online at the following link and upload a single PDF file to the resume section of the application:
- Letter of application indicating how the candidate's background aligns with the advertised position,
- Curriculum vitae, Statement of Teaching and Mentoring Philosophy: A statement outlining the candidate’s philosophy on undergraduate teaching, student mentoring, and their alignment with the educational and strategic goals of the College. Candidates may draw upon experience gained through direct classroom instruction, laboratory supervision, industrial team leadership, technical mentoring, or other relevant experiences. The statement should discuss the candidate’s abilities to teach upper-level chemistry courses as well as their commitment to inclusive teaching practices (2-3 pages).
- Unofficial copies of all graduate transcripts, and a
- List of three references with contact information who can speak to the applicant's potential for teaching excellence, organizational skills, and ability to work as part of a team. (If selected for a site visit, references will be contacted.)
Primary Location: Chemistry Building - Chemistry
Work Locations:
Chemistry Building - Chemistry (Chemistry Building - Chemistry)
2000 Pennington Rd
Ewing Township, 08628
Job: Faculty
Organization: The College of New Jersey
Job Posting: Oct 13, 2026, 3:26:26 PM
Organization
The College of New Jersey (TCNJ) is a highly selective institution that has earned national recognition for its commitment to excellence. Founded in 1855 as the New Jersey State Normal School, TCNJ has become an exemplar of the best in public higher education and is consistently acknowledged as one of the top comprehensive colleges in the nation. TCNJ currently is ranked as one of the 75 “Most Competitive” schools in the nation by Barron’s Profiles of American Colleges and is rated the No. 1 public institution in the northern region of the country by U.S. News & World Report. TCNJ was named the #10 value in public higher education by the Princeton Review in 2009 and, in 2006, was awarded a Phi Beta Kappa chapter—an honor shared by less than 10 percent of colleges and universities nationally.
A strong liberal arts core forms the foundation for a wealth of degree programs offered through TCNJ’s seven schools—Arts & Communication; Business; Humanities & Social Sciences; Education; Science; Nursing, Health, & Exercise Science; and Engineering. The College is enriched by an honors program and extensive opportunities to study abroad, and its award-winning First-Year Experience and freshman orientation programs have helped make its retention and graduation rates among the highest in the country.
Campus
Known for its natural beauty, the College’s campus is set on 289 tree-lined acres in suburban Ewing Township (map). The College has 39 major buildings, including a state-of-the-art library; 14 residence halls that accommodate 3,600 students; an award-winning student center; more than 20 academic computer laboratories; a full range of laboratories for nursing, microscopy, science, and technology; a music building with a 300-seat concert hall; and a collegiate recreation and athletic facilities complex. TCNJ has a full-time undergraduate enrollment of approximately 6,400 students (95 percent from New Jersey).
The College of New Jersey encourages students to expand their talents and skills through more than 150 organizations that are open to students. These groups range from performing ensembles and professional and honor societies to student publications, Greek organizations, as well as intramural and club sports. The College also offers numerous leadership opportunities through the Student Finance Board, Student Government Association, and Residence Hall Government to name a few.
High achievement and scholarship in the classroom have been mirrored by the success of The College of New Jersey’s varsity student-athletes. Since the 1978–79 Lion wrestling team captured the College’s first National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) team championship, TCNJ has established itself as one of the nation’s most successful Division III (non-athletic scholarship) programs. Since 1979, The College of New Jersey has amassed a total of 39 Division III crowns in seven different sports. In addition, the Lions have posted 32 runner-up awards, giving the College an aggregate of 71 first- and second-place finishes. That figure is tops among the nation’s 400-plus Division III colleges and universities during the past 30 years. The Lions have also produced 58 Division III CoSIDA First Team Academic All-Americans.
As impressive as the overall athletic record is, TCNJ’s accomplishment as a leader in women’s sports is even greater. Since NCAA Championships were initiated for women in 1981, only TCNJ has won 32 Division III team championships. The total does not include the Lions’ lacrosse championship in 1981 or the softball championships in 1980 and 1981, which were sponsored by the AIAW (Association for Intercollegiate Athletics for Women) prior to women’s sports inclusion in the NCAA. In the fall of 1999, TCNJ’s women’s athletic program was voted as the top Division III institution for female student-athletes by Sports Illustrated for Women.
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