Visiting Assistant Professor of Chemistry

Visiting Assistant Professor of Chemistry

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Applications are invited to apply for a nine-month position at the Visiting Assistant Professor level beginning August 2026 in the Dept. of Sciences and Mathematics licants must have a Master’s degree in Chemistry or related field. A Ph.D. is preferred. Any area of chemistry will be considered, but experience with organic chemistry is preferred.

The successful candidate will teach Organic Chemistry lecture and lab in the BS Chemistry Major, and Introductory Chemistry lecture and lab for Chemistry, Biology, and non‑science majors. The successful candidate will be welcome to apply for a tenure‑track position that will start in Fall 2027.

Mississippi University for Women is a public, coeducational, primarily undergraduate, liberal arts institution serving an economically and racially diverse student body with a total annual enrollment of over 2,200 students. The University emphasizes a student‑centered learning environment that includes research opportunities. Additional information can be found at http://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

The successful candidate will teach Organic Chemistry lecture and lab for the BS Chemistry Major, and Introductory Chemistry lecture and lab for Chemistry, Biology, and non‑science majors. Service to the department, university, and community is expected along with a commitment to the scholarship of teaching and learning at a diverse, primarily undergraduate institution.

Applicants must have at least a master’s degree in Chemistry or a related field on or before August 1, 2026. Individuals with a Ph.D. degree and/or teaching experience will be given preference.

Position Title:

Visiting Assistant Professor of Chemistry

Unit:
Sciences and Mathematics

Salary Grade:
Faculty

Duration: 9 months

Employment Type:

Full‑Time

Hours per week: 40

Annual Salary or Hourly Rate Range:
The successful candidate will teach Organic Chemistry in the BS Chemistry major, and Introductory Chemistry courses for Chemistry, Biology, and non‑science majors. Service to the department, university, and community is expected along with a commitment to the scholarship of teaching and learning.

Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre‑employment background investigation. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation does not automatically disqualify a candidate. Failure to disclose may disqualify a candidate.

Please upload a statement of your Teaching Philosophy under “Required documents.”