Assistant Teaching Professor (Tenure Track): Synthesis, Materials and Chemical Biology
University of California San Diego
Position Overview
Position Title: Assistant Teaching Professor
Salary Range: A reasonable salary range estimate for this position is $78,200-$121,700. The posted UC academic salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and/or step at appointment. The base salary range for this position is $78,200-$101,400.
Application Window
Open date: September 27, 2024
Next review date: Monday, Oct 28, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time). Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.
Final date: Friday, May 30, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time). Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.
Position Description
The DEPARTMENT OF CHEMISTRY AND BIOCHEMISTRY at UC San Diego invites applications for a tenure track faculty position in Chemistry Education at the Assistant Teaching Professor level. Candidates will be expected to conduct research in the field of organic chemistry or related areas and contribute to ongoing course development and evidence-based instruction in undergraduate organic and introductory chemistry lecture and laboratory for both majors and non-majors.
This faculty series emphasizes teaching and educational scholarship, with Teaching Professors typically teaching five course sections over three quarters per academic year. Participation in departmental and university service is expected. Overall, Teaching Professors are evaluated on teaching excellence, professional achievement, and university service.
The Department is committed to equity and inclusion in education and advancing chemistry education. Applications should include a statement describing contributions to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications (required at time of application): Candidates must have or be a candidate for a Ph.D. in Chemistry, Chemical Biology, Chemical Education or a closely related field and have at least one year of teaching experience in both lecture and laboratory settings.
Additional Qualifications (required at time of start): Candidates must receive their Ph.D. before the time of appointment.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Demonstrated ability to mentor undergraduate students.
- Interest and experience with emerging pedagogical trends and curricular development in chemistry.
- Commitment to equity and inclusion in higher education.
- Experience with educational grant writing and chemical education research.
Application Requirements
- Curriculum Vitae
- Statement of Research
- Statement of Teaching
- Statement of Contributions to Diversity
- Teaching Evaluations
- Cover Letter (Optional)
- Publications (Optional)
- Misc / Additional (Optional)
Reference Requirements: 3-5 letters of reference required.
Job Location: La Jolla, CA
The University of California, San Diego is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories.
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