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.

Requirements

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. 

EXPERIENCE:

· 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.

Greenville University's Commitment to Diversity:

It is the policy of Greenville University not to discriminate on the basis of age, color, ethnic or national origin, disability, race, gender or prior military service in its educational programs, admissions, or employment policies. Greenville University is committed to an environment of cultural and ethnic diversity; women and minorities are encouraged to apply.