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Assistant/Associate Professor in Chemistry

Employer
Greenville University - Greenville, IL
Location
Greenville, Illinois
Salary
Salary is based on academic preparation and years of relevant experience.
Closing date
Jun 10, 2023

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Assistant/Associate Professor in Chemistry

Description

Greenville University is seeking a full-time professor with expertise in Chemistry. The successful candidate will invigorate our major in Chemistry through a commitment to excellence in teaching and mentoring undergraduate students in a robust learning community. The selected candidate must provide evidence of a vibrant Christian faith, clearly understand and internalize the mission of Greenville University, and articulate the value of Christian higher education.

The primary responsibilities of the position include:

· Teaching Chemistry in the following areas: Physical Chemistry, General Chemistry, upper-division Analytical Chemistry courses (including Instrumental Analysis and/or Quantitative Analysis)

· The selected candidate may also contribute to teaching general education science courses.

· Supervise lab activities with a focus on lab safety.

· Providing academic and career advising to students in chemistry.

· Serving on Department and University committees.

· Performing other responsibilities as defined by the University. 

Requirements:

· Evidence of a commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching and research.

· Desire to mentor undergraduate students in their course work, research, and career goals.

· Commitment to the integration of faith with the discipline.

· Commitment to competent inter-cultural teaching

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

· Graduate degree in Chemistry; an earned doctorate preferred

· A demonstrated, vibrant Christian faith compatible with the mission of Greenville University.

· A commitment to excellence in teaching in the context of an undergraduate, liberal arts education.

· Experience in engaging students in learning in settings that may include classroom, laboratory, and online.

· Knowledge of the field with a willingness to engage undergraduate students in research.

· Desire to mentor undergraduate students in vocational, academic, research, and career goals.

· Commitment to competent inter-cultural teaching.

· Ability to engage in critical thinking and exercise independent judgment.

· Ability to communicate effectively in written and oral forms.
  

Department of Biology & Chemistry:

Greenville University offers a B.A. in Chemistry, which typically serves students with interests in pre-health fields, graduate school, or industry careers. The Chemistry Program collaborates closely with Biology faculty under the Department of Biology & Chemistry. The department is well-equipped with instrumentation and also has some internal support for faculty research projects.

 

Greenville University's Mission:

Greenville University is liberal arts University that empowers students for lives of character and service through a transforming Christ-centered education in the liberal arts, sciences, and professional studies. Our hiring practices reflect our commitment to be a Christ-centered institution.

  

APPLICATIONS: Click Apply and include the following: (1) evidence of preparation for this position (a complete CV with degrees earned, teaching experience, and professional interests); (2) a statement of philosophy of Christian higher education; (3) a statement of personal faith journey and commitment; and (4) names and contact information for at least three professional references. Applications will be reviewed once all components have been received. The search will remain open until the position is filled. 

Address transcripts or application materials not submitted online to:

Human Resources

Greenville University

315 East College Avenue 

Greenville, IL 62246-0159

hr@greenville.edu 

 

GREENVILLE UNIVERSITY: The university is located 50 miles east of St. Louis in an attractive residential community of approximately 7,000 people. Greenville was founded in 1892 and is affiliated with the Free Methodist Church yet draws students from 40+ denominations. For additional information, please visit our website: www.greenville.edu.

 

Greenville University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, sex, disability, national or ethnic origin in employment opportunities, in keeping with applicable state and federal laws. In keeping with the mission of the institution, Greenville University seeks applicants with a strong commitment to the values and lifestyle of evangelical Christianity and who profess a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. As a Christian institution, we require faculty and staff to adhere to the University's Lifestyle statement and to enforce a religiously based code of conduct for all University employees. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Greenville University, as an educational institution affiliated with the Free Methodist Church USA, reserves the right to prefer employees on the basis of religion (Title VII, Sections 702-703, United States Civil Rights Act of 1964 as amended).

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