Vacancy Announcement
Assistant Professor of Chemistry
Position #FS8016
Starting Date:
August 20, 2008
Position Description:
Adams State College is inviting applications for a tenure-track position in chemistry at the Assistant Professor level. We are looking for an energetic person to join a dynamic program whose focus is on all aspects of teaching excellence. The successful candidate will annually teach a two-semester physical chemistry course w/lab, freshmen chemistry classes/labs and the general education chemistry class/labs on a rotating basis. There may be opportunities to teach upper divisional courses such as inorganic chemistry or instrumental analysis. The course load is 12 credit hours per semester. Experience with instrument operation and routine maintenance is expected. Interest in innovative strategies for chemical education, collaboration with K-12 schools, student assessment, green chemistry, forensic chemistry, and/or other interdisciplinary areas is desirable. The Chemistry Program is housed in a modern building, with multimedia classrooms and computer labs, and has a wide variety of modern instrumentation including HPLC, AA, FT-IR, UV-Vis, GC, GC-MS, scanning fluorometer, FT-NMR, and several lasers. The successful applicants will join a diverse department that offers bachelor's degrees in chemistry, mathematics, and computer science. All department faculty advise students and provide service to the department, college, and community.
Qualifications:
A Ph.D. in Chemistry or a closely related field is required by the time of the appointment. Candidates must have strong background in physical chemistry. Preference will be given to applicants who demonstrate:
- interest and background in inorganic chemistry and/or instrumental analysis
- interest and background in chemical education, student assessment, K-12 collaboration
- interest in environmental chemistry, green chemistry, and/or forensic science
- experience, success, and a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching and student-centered instruction
- excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- potential for continued scholarly growth
- an ability to perform the above position description
Salary:
Salary range is $42,000 to $46,500 depending on qualifications and experience. Adams State College offers a competitive benefits package.
Applications:
Completed applications will include the following:
- Detailed letter of application.
- Curriculum vitae with copies of all transcripts and a list of five professional references.
- Three current letters of reference, at least one of which must address teaching experience.
- Brief statements of teaching philosophy and professional interests.
Send application materials to:
- Dr. Matthew Nehring
- Department of Chemistry, Computer Science, and Mathematics
- Adams State College
- 208 Edgemont
- Alamosa, CO 81102
- (719) 587-7504
To receive full consideration, COMPLETE applications (including letters of reference) must be received by March 1, 2008.
Further Information:
Located in Alamosa, Adams State College is a state supported, primarily undergraduate institution in rural south-central Colorado approximately 3.5 hours from both Denver, CO and Albuquerque, NM. The college is designated as a Hispanic-serving institution and as a regional education provider. Additional information about the college and the chemistry program can be found at:
An Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer
Adams State College is particularly interested in applications from women and minorities.
In compliance with the Immigration Control Act of 1986, candidates for positions must provide proof of eligibility to work before an offer of employment can be made final.
Full descriptions of all positions are available from the contact person listed. Adams State College is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Applications are sought from all qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex, disability and, as covered by law, veteran status. In addition, college policies prohibit discrimination on the basis of religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, marital status, and parental status.
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