Assistant Professor: Chemistry

The Concordia University (Saint Paul, MN) Department of Science invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in Chemistry to begin as soon as January 2023 or as late as August 2023 depending on candidate availability. Applicants must have or be near completion of a Ph.D. in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related field. Teaching experience is preferred, but not required.

The typical teaching load averages 12 credits per semester and will be comprised primarily of introductory chemistry courses including General Chemistry and Chemistry for Health Sciences with opportunities for other courses including Organic, Analytical, and Physical Chemistry based on candidate expertise and department need. Preference will be given to candidates that are also capable of teaching introductory physics or biology courses.

Science faculty members are expected to be innovative in their teaching techniques to ensure student engagement and success. A strong emphasis is placed on active learning in the classroom. Faculty members are also expected to mentor students, interface with student lab assistants, maintain laboratory spaces, and contribute to service within the department. 

The Department of Science is a growing, dynamic department that offers majors in Biology (both B.A. and B.S.),Biochemistry (B.S.), and Chemistry (B.A.). Department courses also serve as prerequisites for the University's Nursing and Diagnostic Medical Sonography programs. 

In accordance with the university mission statement, applicants must be an active member of a Christian church and demonstrate a commitment to Christian higher education and the Lutheran identity of the university including a willingness to engage in the campus-wide conversation related to faith and learning. 

Review of applications will begin on October 17, 2022 and will continue until the position has been filled. 

Please include in your application:

1.) CV (upload under "Resume")

2.) Cover Letter

3.) Unofficial Transcripts

4.) Teaching Philosophy

• Teaching
• Class Preparation
• Service

• Terminal Degree: Required
• Preferred Experience: College level teaching experience, especially in introductory chemistry

Exceptions: Ability to operate and maintain scientific laboratory spaces.

It is the policy of CSP to provide equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. The University will not discriminate against or harass any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, pregnancy, national origin (including ancestry), citizenship status, physical or mental disability, age, marital status, gender, veteran or military status, predisposing genetic characteristics, domestic violence victim status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. However, CSP is an institution of the LCMS and, to the extent allowed by law, CSP reserves the right to give preference in employment based on religious tenets.    

The mission of Concordia University, St Paul, a university of The Lutheran Church- Missouri Synod, is to prepare students for thoughtful and informed living, for dedicated service to God and humanity, and for enlightened care of God's creation, all within the context of the Christian gospel. This mission is rooted in academic excellence and Christian vocation.   

The vision of Concordia University, Saint Paul, is to be acknowledged as the leading Lutheran university offering exceptional opportunities for students from all backgrounds who seek relevant career preparation and a challenging academic experience coupled with the insights of Lutheran theology.  

Promise to Students – Concordia University, Saint Paul, empowers you to discover and engage your purpose for life, career and service, in a dynamic, multicultural, urban environment, where Christ is honored, all are welcome, and Lutheran convictions inform intellectual inquiry and academic pursuits.   

Concordia University owns a 41-acre campus just West of Downtown St. Paul with easy access to light-rail and bus transportation.  Only blocks away from popular Summit and Grand Avenues, restaurants, shopping, and cultural activities abound.  Concordia is known to have one of the most racially and ethnically diverse university student bodies in the state of Minnesota. 

BE ADVISED – BEFORE YOU APPLY When applying, you will receive a pop-up window titled "Import Your Resume."  This option is available to you as a service to efficiently upload your resume.  This algorithm and variances in resume formatting may result in duplicate or incorrect entries.  It is recommended that candidates with an extensive work history click on "Skip this step" to decline this option and manually enter work history.  Regardless of resume upload or decline, you will be able to edit your information before submitting your application. You are required to attach a resume to your application but this is separate from the initial data pulled into the application. We welcome you to contact us with any questions about our application process, to set up a call, or to receive an application guide with step by step instructions.  

Cassidy Leininger - cleininger@csp.edu