Assistant Professor of Instruction - Chemistry/Biochemistry | University of Northern Iowa - Military Veterans
at HERC - Central Midwest
If you are a current University of Northern Iowa employee and would like to apply for this position, login to UNI Works and type "Find Jobs" in the search bar to view and apply for open positions. Full Consideration Date: 1/10/2025 Job Description: The University of Northern Iowa's Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry seeks applications for a three-year term Assistant Professor of Instruction position, starting in August 2025. The Department seeks a dynamic and dedicated educator to join our team and contribute to teaching introductory lecture and laboratory courses in chemistry for Allied Health majors (Principles of Chemistry and Applied Organic and Biochemistry), and STEM majors (General Chemistry I & II). Additional courses in the applicant's area of interest may also be possible. The standard teaching load in the Department is 12 total classroom/lab contact hours per week. For more information on the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry visit chas.uni.edu/chem . Required Qualifications: Master's degree in chemistry, biochemistry or a closely related field; at least five years of teaching experience in chemistry, biochemistry or a closely related field; and ability to teach university lectures and labs at the introductory level in chemistry, as demonstrated during an interview required. Preferred Qualifications: Ph.D. degree in chemistry, biochemistry or a closely related field; and prior teaching experience in courses relevant to this position at the university level preferred. For more information, please contact Dawn Del Carlo, Search Committee Chair, at 319-273-3296 or e-mail at dawn.delcarlo@uni.edu . Pre-employment background checks required. Position Details: Job Category: Faculty Type of Position: Term Service Schedule: Academic Year Application Instructions: All application materials must be submitted before 1/10/2025 to be considered for this position. To apply for this position, please click on "Apply" and complete the Employment Application. The following materials must be attached when applying: 1) Curriculum Vita 2) Cover letter addressing qualifications 3) Statement of teaching philosophy 4) One letter of recommendation You will be presented with the opportunity to attach multiple documents when completing the application. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL required materials listed above have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes. If you have questions regarding this application process, please email careers-support@uni.edu or call 319-273-2422. Iowa enjoys a lower cost of living than many other states. See how the Waterloo-Cedar Falls area compares by utilizing the cost of living calculator . Our overall compensation package is enhanced by excellent benefits for eligible non-temporary positions. To learn more about the vibrant Cedar Valley community, visit https://livethevalley.com/ . If you would like general assistance with the application process or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact Human Resource Services at hrs-employment@uni.edu or call (319) 273-2422. All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history. A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment. Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position. UNI is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. The University encourages applications from persons of color, women, individuals living with disabilities, and protected veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, political affiliation, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other basis protected by federal and/or state law. Campus Security & Crime Statistics, in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, information on crime statistics for recent years, Public Safety personnel and programs, building access, reporting crimes, safety suggestions, and policies, programs, and services regarding alcohol, drugs, and sexual abuse, is available in the UNI Annual Security and Fire Report. A paper copy is available from the Department of Public Safety, 030 Gilchrist Hall, University of Northern Iowa, Cedar Falls, IA 50614. Department of Public Safety, 030 Gilchrist Hall, University of Northern Iowa, Cedar Falls, IA 50614. Privacy Statement | Equal Opportunity and Non-Discrimination Statement | Federal EEO Rights | E-Verify | Policies and Procedures | Tobacco Free Campus
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