Assistant/Associate Professor (Lecturer) for Chemistry

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The Department of Chemistry at the University of Utah invites applications for a career-line (non-tenure-track) faculty member at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor (Lecturer). We seek a model educator to help us provide a world-class education for every undergraduate student. The successful applicant will have:

1. a PhD or equivalent in Chemistry, Chemistry education or a related field;
2. a commitment to equity in Chemistry education and record of utilizing inclusive, evidence-based instructional practices;
3. experience collaborating with faculty, staff, and students to reform aspects of the undergraduate Chemistry curriculum; and
4. excellent communication, organization, and leadership skills. We are seeking a long-term colleague who will be fully integrated into our department.

The responsibilities of the successful candidate will be to: • Teach several departmental courses per year. The expectation is that the core teaching will include organic chemistry and general chemistry (both lab and lecture) but may also include other courses as appropriate. • Work with other faculty to develop, implement, and assess the effectiveness of curriculum reforms. • Serve as a model and consultant for other faculty who want to utilize inclusive, evidence-based instructional practices in their courses. • Work with Chemistry staff and faculty affiliates to help execute college-wide educational programs. While the successful candidate will not be expected to seek external funding or publish peer-reviewed papers, collaborative opportunities for such activities may be possible, provided they are synergistic with the above responsibilities.

This is an exciting time in the Department of Chemistry. The University is experiencing large enrollment increases, resulting in a more diverse student body from a broader range of academic, geographic, socioeconomic, ethnic, and life-experience backgrounds. We seek a colleague committed to inclusive excellence who will make a lasting impact on our department and institution. The Department is committed to continuing to build a robust and varied intellectual community, and encourages applicants of all races, ethnicities, genders, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to apply.

Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated successful teaching experience at this level as evidenced by experience, course evaluations and reference letters.

Priority consideration will be given to applications received by November 15, 2026. Materials should be uploaded in PDF format.

Notice

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

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Special Instructions for Candidates

Required Documents to Upload:

• Cover Letter

• Curriculum Vitae

• Teaching Statement

Please contact Deborah Olson-White, deborah.olson@utah.edu, if assistance is needed.