Boise State University Assistant Teaching Professor – Chemistry
Listed on 2026-07-08
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Education / Teaching
University Professor, Faculty, Academic
Assistant Teaching Professor – Chemistry
Job no: 499309
Work type: Faculty
Categories: College of Arts & Sciences
Position OverviewThe Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at Boise State University invites applications for a full‑time Teaching Assistant Professor (non‑tenure‑track) position. The successful candidate will play a vital role in advancing the department’s instructional mission by teaching a combination of introductory chemistry courses and upper‑division courses that align with their disciplinary expertise and departmental needs. Teaching areas will include general chemistry, and may also include organic chemistry, analytical chemistry, biochemistry, inorganic chemistry or other related subfields.
This position is composed of approximately 80 % teaching and 20 % service. Teaching faculty typically instruct an average of four courses per semester. Service may include participation in committees, curriculum development, student mentoring, and outreach activities. The department places a strong emphasis on high‑quality, student‑centered instruction and values innovative, inclusive teaching approaches that promote active engagement, critical thinking, and mastery of core chemical concepts and laboratory skills.
Teaching faculty are integral to the department’s success and are encouraged to contribute to curriculum development, mentoring, assessment initiatives, and service activities that support both the department and the broader university community. Up to 10 % of the workload may be dedicated to scholarship in the area of chemistry education or instructional innovation, particularly projects that enhance teaching practices or student learning outcomes.
Preferred Qualifications- PhD in chemistry or chemistry education
- Instruction of general chemistry
- Instruction of analytical chemistry (lecture and lab)
- Development and instruction of online chemistry courses
- Engagement in evidence‑based instructional practices
- Teaching philosophy statement
- Contact information for three professional references
Position will remain open until filled, with review to begin on October 27.
Contract and BenefitsOur standard faculty contract is a 9‑month contract (unless otherwise noted) with pay and benefits spread over 12 months. This is a yearly, renewable contract, unless noted that the position is temporary. For more information about faculty contract and work days see the university website.
Boise State University provides a best‑in‑class benefits package, including (but not limited to):
- Excellent medical, dental, and other coverages
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