Instructor in Residence - Stamford

Job Summary

The Chemistry Department at UConn Stamford invites applications for an Instructor in Residence (IiR) position. The successful candidate will primarily teach general chemistry laboratory and organic chemistry laboratory sections, in collaboration with other full‑time faculty. Responsibilities include teaching 10 undergraduate laboratories or equivalents and preparing materials for all laboratory classes during the academic year.

This teaching‑focused position emphasizes hands‑on instruction in undergraduate chemistry laboratory courses. The candidate should have experience teaching a variety of college‑level laboratory courses, including general chemistry, organic chemistry, and other foundational lab offerings. The role requires strong communication skills, student mentorship, inclusive teaching practices, and commitment to broadening participation among underrepresented groups.

• Master’s degree in chemistry or a closely related field (by start date)
• Experience teaching laboratory courses
• Demonstrated experience with current safety practices, waste and hazard management, and environmental health and safety practices

• PhD degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a closely related degree
• Experience with laboratory courses other than general chemistry
• Demonstrated communication skills

This is a full‑time, nine‑month, non‑tenure track position at the Stamford Campus that may lead to long‑term, multi‑year contracts. The position is renewable, contingent on satisfactory performance, mutual agreement, and availability of funds, with a start date of August 23, 2026. The primary academic appointment will be at Stamford.

Employment is contingent on successful completion of a pre‑employment criminal background check.

Please apply online at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Submit cover letter, curriculum vitae, teaching statement, recent university‑sponsored teaching evaluations, and three professional letters of reference. Only complete applications will be considered.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. The University of Connecticut is an AA/EEO employer.