Assistant/Associate Teaching Professor (Professional Track) - Chemistry

Position 00109675

Department of Chemistry, NC State University

Raleigh, North Carolina

About the Department

The Department of Chemistry at NC State University provides professional education for chemists at the undergraduate and graduate levels; teaches introductory chemistry courses, which are needed by students enrolled in other department programs; advances the discipline of chemistry by conducting research; serves the public by sharing information about chemistry through a variety of mechanisms and services; and commits to creating environments that are in alignment with our mission, vision, and values. Our department is home to award-winning faculty and is one of NC State’s top producers of patent and invention disclosures. More information about the department can be found at https://chemistry.sciences.ncsu.edu/. Please visit our Sciences Strategic Plan and the College of Sciences Culture Charter to learn more about the College of Sciences.

NC State promotes an integrated approach to problem-solving that transforms lives and provides leadership for social, economic, and technological development across North Carolina and around the world. NC State’s land grant mission of teaching, research and service is dedicated to the service of North Carolina and its people. Applicants are encouraged to review the institution’s mission, vision and strategic plan, and consider how their background, interest and experience would enable them to support the university.

Essential Job Duties

The Department of Chemistry is seeking to fill a Professional Track Teaching position beginning August 16, 2023.

This Assistant/Associate Teaching Professor position will primarily instruct lecture and laboratory courses as determined by departmental scheduling.

Teaching responsibilities for this position can include lecture courses at the undergraduate level in General Chemistry and Analytical Chemistry. Teaching responsibilities may also include the coordination of (TA supported) laboratory courses in General Chemistry and Analytical Chemistry.

Rank is commensurate with education & experience.

Course responsibility involves the following:

• Presenting engaging course content that fulfills student learning outcomes
• Developing appropriate assessments (exams, quizzes, homework)
• Grading assessments with TA support
• Holding office hours
• Preparing content for and coordinating TA activities for recitation sections
• Maintaining an up-to-date course platform (e.g. Moodle)
• Creating assignments in learning management systems
• Determining and posting course grades
• Oversight and management of the chemistry demonstration room (supports departmental instruction)
• Coordinating TA activities and safety oversight in General and Analytical Chemistry laboratory courses

Outside of teaching, the Assistant/Associate Teaching Professor is expected to serve on departmental committees and serve as an academic advisor to undergraduate Chemistry majors. This position reports to the Department Head.

NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity.

To apply, go to: https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/184272