Visiting Assistant Professor in Chemistry Education

Title:

Visiting Assistant Professor in Chemistry Education

Employee Classification: Visiting Assistant Professor

Campus: University of North Texas

Position Overview:

The Department of Chemistry at the University of North Texas invites applicants for a post‑doctoral teaching and research position at the rank of Visiting Assistant Professor (VAP). This non‑tenure track faculty appointment will be for one year with the possibility of renewal for an additional year, with a planned start date of September 1, 2026. The primary responsibilities of the position include both research and teaching.

Research responsibilities involve conducting chemistry education research to characterize epistemological messages in chemistry. The VAP will collaborate with faculty in the Chemistry Education Division of the UNT Chemistry Department. Teaching responsibilities include teaching one section of an undergraduate introductory chemistry course each Fall and Spring semester (most likely general or organic chemistry, depending upon the candidate’s expertise and departmental needs).

• A Ph.D. in chemistry, chemistry education, science education, or a related field.
• Ability to maintain the security and integrity of critical organizational infrastructure related to this role.

• Demonstrated expertise in both quantitative and qualitative chemistry education/science education research methods.
• A record of peer‑reviewed publications in chemistry education and/or science education.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, including ability to work and collaborate with others.
• Interest in training/mentoring graduate and undergraduate chemistry education research students.

Competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience, in accordance with university guidelines and available funding.

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