The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at Florida Atlantic University seeks qualified applicants for non-tenure-track, nine-month full-time Instructors to begin in August 2020 to teach undergraduate classes in Organic Chemistry and Analytical Chemistry. Florida Atlantic University, a public university in Boca Raton, Florida is recognized as one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation with five satellite campuses in the Florida cities of Dania Beach, Davie, Fort Lauderdale, Jupiter and Fort Pierce at the Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institution. With over 30,000 students, the university is continuing to build nationally recognized research programs while maintaining excellence in teaching. The position is based on the main campus in Boca Raton, Florida, a vibrant community in South Florida located about a mile from the Atlantic Ocean.

The instructors will teach lecture and laboratory courses in Organic Chemistry or Analytical Chemistry and possibly other lower division chemistry courses. Positions may also include supervision of teaching assistants. Additional summer teaching may be available pending department needs and budget approval; however, summer assignments are not guaranteed.

For questions or additional information about these positions, please contact the Search Committee Chair, Dr. Andrew Terentis at terentis@fau.edu.

Minimum Qualifications:

Ph.D. from an accredited institution in Chemistry and college-level teaching experience, of at least one academic year, lecture, or laboratory, in chemistry or a closely related discipline are required. 

Prior supervisory experience preferred.

Must demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching.

All applicants must apply electronically to the currently posted positions on the Office of Human Resources' job website (https://fau.edu/jobs) by completing the required online employment application and submitting the related documents. When completing the online application, please upload the following: a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, three references and copies of official transcripts scanned into an electronic format.

A background check will be required for the candidate selected for this position. This position is subject to funding.

For more information and to apply, visit www.fau.edu/jobs and go to Apply Now REQ07745, Analytical Chemistry or REQ07748, Organic Chemistry.

Florida Atlantic University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action/equal access institution and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veterans status or other protected status. Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodation, please call 561-297-3057. 711.

FAU is committed to the principles of engaged teaching, research and service. All persons aspiring to achieve excellence in the practice of these principles are encouraged to apply.