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Assistant Teaching Professor, Chemistry and Chemical Biology, Oakland Campus
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Position Number: 5396969
Location: Oakland, CA
Position Type: Science - Chemistry

Assistant Teaching Professor, Chemistry and Chemical Biology, Oakland Campus

About the Opportunity

About the Opportunity

The Department of Chemistry and Chemical Biology at Northeastern University invites applications from qualified candidates for a full-time, non-tenure track faculty position at our Oakland, CA campus with the title of Assistant Teaching Professor. This position has significant opportunities for career advancement in a growing and dynamic department.

Responsibilities:

This position primarily involves undergraduate chemistry teaching. Teaching faculty are expected to teach up to five sections (5 courses) per year of chemistry and related courses for physical sciences, life sciences, or engineering students. A focus of teaching will be in General and/or Organic Chemistry courses with opportunities for teaching throughout the chemistry undergraduate curriculum, including developing and teaching laboratories and recitation sessions. One additional unit of service is expected, which may include oversight and evaluation of course and laboratory curricula, planning and developing instructional programs and materials, and departmental, College, and University service. Candidates are expected to have high aptitude and interest in teaching and the ability to coordinate with other instructors and advisors to monitor student progress and assist students when necessary.

Qualifications:

Applicants must have a Ph.D. or equivalent in chemistry or other closely related discipline by the appointment start date
Commitment to excellence in teaching undergraduate lecture courses
Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills

Documents to Submit:

Cover letter
Curriculum vitae (CV)
Teaching philosophy statement
List of three references

Teaching statement:

Please summarize your past instructional and mentorship experiences, your pedagogical philosophy, your plans/goals for teaching in the College of Science (including existing and proposed courses), and your strategies for teaching and mentoring a cohort of graduate students.

Applications will be reviewed beginning July 15, 2024, and continue until the position is filled. Questions may be directed to the chair of the search committee: Prof. Tim Dransfield, t.dransfield@northeastern.edu

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by the law.

The expected hiring range for Assistant Teaching Professor is USD $73,800 to USD $113,400, based upon the position's scope and responsibilities.

Position Type

Academic

Additional Information

Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.

Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

To apply, visit https://northeastern.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/careers/job/Oakland-CA/Assistant-Teaching-Professor--Chemistry-and-Chemical-Biology--Oakland-Campus_R126016