Instructor or Assistant Professor of Chemistry

Postion Summary Tougaloo College invites applications for a full-time faculty position as an Instructor or Assistant Professor of Chemistry, beginning as early as August 2025.

The successful candidate will teach a broad range of undergraduate Chemistry (lectures and laboratories) courses, including, but not limited to, General Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, and related disciplines.

They will also advise and mentor students in academic and research contexts, participate in departmental, college, and professional service activities, and continue professional development to remain current.

Additionally, a tenure-track assistant professor is expected to develop and maintain an active research program which will be able to engage and encourage the creativity of undergraduate students.

Postdoctoral research experience is preferred.

Duties Applicants for the Assistant Professor position must hold a Ph.D.

in Chemistry by the time of appointment; ABD candidates will be considered with the expectation that the degree will be completed by the end of December 2025.

Applicants for the Instructor position must hold a master's degree in Chemistry.

All candidates should demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching, student mentoring, and an inclusive learning environment.

Candidates for the tenure-track position should also show evidence of scholarly potential and the ability to establish a productive research agenda.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Applicants for the Assistant Professor position must hold a Ph.D.

in Chemistry by the time of appointment; ABD candidates will be considered with the expectation that the degree will be completed by the end of December 2025.

Applicants for the Instructor position must hold a master's degree in Chemistry.

All candidates should demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching, student mentoring, and an inclusive learning environment.

Candidates for the tenure-track position should also show evidence of scholarly potential and the ability to establish a productive research agenda.

Application Materials Applications will be reviewed immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Applicants must submit a letter of application, a current curriculum vitae, copies of all relevant coursework transcripts, and three letters of reference.

At least one reference should address teaching effectiveness, and for tenure-track position applicants, at least one should speak to research potential in biology.

Mississippi INBRE may provide start-up funds, release time, and research support for those who engage in biomedical research and apply for a tenure-track position in the fall of 2025.

This program supports a network of Mississippi colleges and universities to improve the state's capacity for biomedical research and infrastructure.

A three-page research plan related to biomedical sciences is required.

Date of Position Opening 2025-07-08 Application Deadline Until position filled Salary Commensurate with experience Job listing Job Posting- Instructor or Assistant Professor of Chemistry 2025.07.14.pdf Email App/Resume/Cover Letter to: In order to apply for a position, click the Employment Application link and complete the form.

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