The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at Oberlin College invites applications for a full-time tenure track faculty position in the College of Arts and Sciences in the area of organic chemistry. Initial appointment to this position will be for a term of four years, beginning fall semester of academic year 2020-21, and will carry the rank of Assistant Professor.

The incumbent will teach 4.5 courses per year in the general areas of organic and introductory chemistry.

The incumbent will also be expected to engage in sustained scholarly, peer-reviewed research, including with undergraduate students, and may engage in other creative work appropriate to the position. The successful candidate will contribute actively to the life of the Department in the full range of faculty responsibilities, including academic advising, as well as service on College committees.

Among the qualifications required for appointment is the Ph.D. degree (in hand or expected by the first semester of the academic year 2020-21). Postdoctoral experience is desirable. Candidates must demonstrate interest and potential excellence in undergraduate teaching and mentored research. Successful teaching experience at the college level is desirable. Inclusion and diversity are hallmarks of excellence at Oberlin. The incumbent will bring understanding of or experience working with underrepresented and diverse academic populations. Oberlin is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through their research, teaching, and/or service. Oberlin recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran’s status, and/or other protected status as required by applicable law.

Oberlin College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages women, persons of color, and persons with disabilities to apply.

To apply, candidates should visit the online application site found at https://jobs.oberlin.edu. A complete application will comprise 1) a cover letter describing your teaching, scholarship, mentorship, and service, highlighting how these support a diverse, equitable, and inclusive learning environment; 2) a curriculum vitae; 3) a statement detailing your commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion; 4) a statement of research that includes how you will incorporate undergraduate students into your research program; 5) a statement of teaching philosophy that details your plan to reach a broad spectrum of learners; 6) unofficial graduate and undergraduate transcripts; 7) letters of reference from three (3) recommenders.* All application materials must be submitted electronically through Oberlin College and Conservatory’s online application process at: https://jobs.oberlin.edu/.

Please see Oberlin College job site for full job details.