Assistant Teaching Professor of Chemistry (Organic) at William & Mary in Williamsburg, Virginia

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F0A45W

Assistant Teaching Professor of Chemistry (Organic)

In the Chemistry Department our goal is to equip students to become successful scientists and engaged citizens. Here students learn to think broadly, deeply, and creatively about the atomic world and its effects on the macroscopic world. We accomplish this with innovative classroom instruction, engaging laboratory experiences, and high-impact, faculty-mentored research in a supportive and inclusive environment. Students and faculty members explore how chemistry connects to the broader world through a dynamic, engaging curriculum, and interdisciplinary approach to research.

Cultivate a Holistic Learning Environment:

• Enhance classroom pedagogy by coupling it with contemporary research at the frontiers of chemistry


• Prepare students for diverse opportunities, including direct entry into the workforce


• Develop skills to interpret data and effectively communicate scientific knowledge to a variety of audiences


• Encourage students to develop and test scientific hypotheses


• Showcase how chemistry impacts health, the environment, and society


• Stimulate excitement about chemistry and science


• Offer synergistic B.S. and M.S. degree programs

• Support research programs and expand opportunities for students to engage in faculty-mentored projects


• Maintain a vibrant summer program dedicated to full-time student research


• Produce original scholarship and maintain a visible presence in the broader chemistry community Ensure access to a wide variety of modern scientific instrumentation


• Enhance the research experience of our B.S. and M.S. students through both faculty and peer mentorship

• Foster close professional relationships between students and faculty members in an open and inclusive environment


• Interact with local communities and schools to promote chemical literacy


• Engage alumni in sustaining and growing our program


• Support campus initiatives and programs

The Department of Chemistry at William & Mary, a public university of the Commonwealth of Virginia, invites applications for a 3-year, non-tenure track Assistant Teaching Professor of Chemistry benefits-eligible instructional position that will begin August 10, 2025. This full-time teaching faculty appointment carries a service component commensurate with rank, and comes with the possibility of ongoing renewals and a framework for promotion.


This position complements two tenure-track Assistant Professor positions in Biochemistry (Chemistry Department) and Cell Biology (Biology Department) advertised separately.


We seek an individual with expertise in organic chemistry and strong evidence for commitment to excellence in undergraduate course and laboratory instruction. The successful applicant will be expected to be an effective teacher and will have a [3-3] teaching load emphasizing courses at all levels in the organic chemistry curriculum and including general chemistry courses and labs. While this is a 9-month, academic year faculty appointment, enrollment-based supplementary income, in the form of a separate summer school instructional contract, is available for teaching summer school courses. The Department of Chemistry is committed to building and supporting a diverse community of faculty, staff, and students and is seeking an individuals whose teaching can advance the institution's mission, vision, and values. This position complements two tenure-track Assistant Professor positions in Biochemistry (Chemistry Department) and Molecular Cell Biology (Biology Department) advertised separately.

A Ph.D. in organic chemistry or related field is required at the time the appointment begins (August 10, 2025).

Previous teaching experience at the college level, interest in contributing to the College Curriculum for majors and non-majors, and willingness to teach in the summer session is preferred.

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3KE210 Chemistry Dept

William & Mary

09/05/2024

10/05/2024

11/08/2024

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Faculty

Applicants must apply online at
https://jobs.wm.edu. Submit a curriculum vitae, a cover letter, and a statement of teaching interests that describes how your scholarly work informs your approach to teaching and mentoring undergraduates. Candidates are encouraged to reflect on their past experiences or future plans to foster an inclusive and welcoming climate for learners/scholars in Chemistry in any of the aforementioned required documents. You cannot submit a separate diversity statement. You will be prompted to submit online the names and email addresses of three references who will be contacted by the system with instructions for how to submit a letter of reference.For full consideration, submit application materials by the review date, October 5, 2024. Applications received after the initial review date will be considered if needed.

William & Mary is committed to providing a safe campus community. W&M conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.

William & Mary values diversity and invites applications from underrepresented groups who will enrich the research, teaching and service missions of the university. The university is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and encourages applications from women, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

William & Mary offers our employees a full array of benefits including retirement, health insurance with options for expanded dental and vision along with group and optional life insurance with coverage for spouse and children, flexible spending accounts, and an EAP (Employee Assistance Program).


Our employees enjoy additional university benefits such as educational assistance, professional development, wellness benefits, and a robust holiday schedule. All employees have access to fitness facilities on campus. Staff members also have access to the university libraries, and much more. To learn more, go to: https://www.wm.edu/offices/uhr/benefits/index.php?type=none