Assistant​/Associate Professor of Chemistry

Duties and Responsibilities

• Teach courses and lab sessions in general chemistry, organic chemistry
• Serve as Chemical Hygiene Officer
• Mentor and advise students
• Coordinate chemistry labs, equipment, and training
• Assess and evaluate students, submit annual assessment report
• Develop relationships with community partners
• Participate in departmental functions

According to Ohio Christian University employment policy all employees must possess a strong Christian commitment and adhere to the standards outlined in the OCU Community Lifestyle Statement.

• Ph.D. in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related field at the time of appointment (August 2025)
• Commitment to undergraduate teaching at a liberal arts university
• Experience in teaching and mentoring undergraduates
• Ability to work as an effective team member in a developing program
• Strong verbal, written, and analytical skills
• Focus on integration of faith and learning in a Christian University environment

As a religious educational institution operating under the auspices of The Churches of Christ in Christian Union, Ohio Christian University is permitted and reserves the right to prefer employees on the basis of religion (42 U.S.C., Sections 2000e-1 and 2000e-2). The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.

Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws. Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an “at-will” basis, unless otherwise contractually bound.

Ohio Christian University is an Equal Opportunity Employer