Assistant Teaching Professor - Chemistry
City of Syracuse, Syracuse, Onondaga County, New York, 13201, USA
Listed on 2026-09-28
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Education / Teaching
University Professor, Academic
Assistant Teaching Professor
- Chemistry
Job Title Assistant Teaching Professor
- Chemistry
Location
Campus
Commitment to On-Campus Experience
Syracuse University is committed to delivering an exceptional student experience through vibrant, engaged campus communities. This position is based at the above campus location and requires regular in-person presence to support our students, collaborate with colleagues, and contribute to our thriving academic environment. Syracuse University values the collaboration, mentorship, and spontaneous connections that happen when our community works together on campus.
Remote work arrangements are limited in accordance with University policy.
Pay Range
Pay Range $70,000 - $80,000
Salary offers at Syracuse University will be based on education, experience, and relevant skills, as well as the academic or professional discipline of the position in the context of the home department, school, or college. Salary offers may also be influenced by prior relevant work or industry experience, where applicable. Faculty pay ranges are for 8.5 months’ salary unless otherwise specified.
FLSA Status
FLSA Status Exempt
Hours
Determined by Department Chair
Job Type
Job Type Full-time
Rank
Rank Assistant
Unionized Position Code CF
Job Description
The Department of Chemistry at Syracuse University invites applications for a non-tenure-track Assistant Teaching Professor to teach introductory chemistry courses, starting in fall 2027. This position is initially a three-year appointment with the possibility of renewal. Syracuse University has a promotion structure for Teaching Professors, with Associate Teaching Professors and Full Teaching Professors being eligible for renewable contracts of up to five years.
Teaching Professors are full members of the departmental and university community and are eligible to vote on department, college and university decisions, excluding tenure-track faculty hiring and promotion and tenure decisions.
Syracuse University is fully committed to fostering a community that is welcoming to all. In the classroom and across campus, our commitment is rooted in the belief that multiple points of view, life experiences and backgrounds are essential to academic excellence.
Located between the Adirondack Mountains, Finger Lakes, and Lake Ontario regions of upstate New York, the metropolitan area of Syracuse boasts myriad cultural and recreational opportunities and offers a wide array of urban, small town, and rural living. Questions can be addressed to the search chair Dr. Jon French at jmfrench .
This position is part of a bargaining unit and is represented by a union, SEIU Local 200 United.
Qualifications
Candidates should have a Ph.D. in Chemistry or a closely related field and relevant teaching experience.
Job Specific Qualifications
Preference will be given to candidates with experience teaching large introductory chemistry courses.
Responsibilities
- Teaching six courses per year (3:3 load).
- Teaching and grading undergraduate classes.
- Developing and/or updating class syllabi and new classes as appropriate.
- Maintaining regularly scheduled office hours.
- Advising undergraduates majoring in Chemistry fields.
- Acting as a reader for distinction and honors projects.
- Serving on committees.
- Working with the academic unit to maintain student learning outcomes.
Physical Requirements
Not Applicable
Tools/Equipment
Not Applicable
About Syracuse University
Syracuse University is a private, international research university with distinctive academics, diversely unique offerings, and an undeniable spirit. Located in the geographic heart of New York State, with a global footprint, and over 150 years of history, Syracuse University offers a quintessential college experience.
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