Instructor in Residence

JOB SUMMARY

The Chemistry Department within the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (CLAS) at the University of Connecticut invites applications for an Instructor in Residence (IiR) position. The successful candidate will primarily be responsible for teaching general chemistry laboratory and organic chemistry laboratory sections. Other duties may be assigned as per the candidate's qualifications.

This teaching-focused position emphasizes hands‑on instruction in undergraduate chemistry laboratory courses. The successful candidate should have experience in teaching a variety of college‑level laboratory courses, including general chemistry, organic chemistry, and other foundational lab offerings. Further, we seek a dynamic and engaging laboratory instructor who can communicate effectively with both undergraduate and graduate students as well as faculty members in Chemistry across all of UConn’s campuses.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to laboratory‑based instruction, student mentorship, and inclusive teaching practices. They must also be dedicated to broadening participation among underrepresented groups and committed to supporting a neuro‑inclusive learning environment. Through their efforts, alone and as part of an instructional team, they will help develop and implement inclusive, evidence‑based laboratory pedagogies that support diverse learning styles and foster student engagement and success.

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

• Experience instructing laboratory courses other than general chemistry.
• Written and verbal communication skills, demonstrated by engaging with undergraduate and/or graduate students, faculty members, and providing student mentorship.

This position is a full‑time, nine (9)-month position for an initial duration of one year, renewable for up to a maximum of five (5) such one‑year appointments, contingent on satisfactory performance, mutual agreement, and availability of funds, with a start date of August 23, 2025.

The successful candidate’s primary academic appointment will be at the Storrs Campus.

Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre‑employment criminal background check.

Please apply online at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Faculty and Staff Positions, Search #499127, and submit the following application materials:

• cover letter
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• Curriculum vitae
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• Teaching statement (including teaching philosophy, teaching experience, commitment to effective learning, and concepts for new course development, etc.),
• Recent university-sponsored teaching evaluations by students and/or peers, if available,
• Contact information for 3 Professional letters of reference.

Only complete applications with all required materials will be considered and reviewed.

The evaluation of applicants will begin immediately, and the position will remain open until a candidate is selected for hire.

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.

Advertised:
Jul 07 2025 Eastern Daylight Time