Chemistry Senior Laboratory Instructor

The Chemistry Department at Colgate University invites applications for a full-time senior laboratory instructor position beginning fall semester 2024. A PhD in chemistry or a closely related field is required at the time of hire or shortly after.

The successful candidate will teach instructional labs for organic and general chemistry. Consistent with the candidate's expertise, demonstration of effective teaching, and the needs of the department, there may also be opportunities to teach lecture components of introductory and foundational level chemistry courses, as well as courses in Colgate's Liberal Arts Core Curriculum. The successful candidate may assist with the preparation of materials for instructional labs, and collaborate with our lab coordinators and other faculty to develop laboratory manuals and new experiments.

A cover letter, curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching interests, a diversity statement, and three letters of recommendation must be submitted through Interfolio. The teaching statement should include a consideration of the candidate's relevant coursework, experiences, and/or other qualifications to teach general and organic chemistry instructional labs as well as the candidate's broader teaching interests. Colgate strives to be a community supportive of diverse perspectives and identities.

Candidates should describe in a one-page diversity statement their ability to work effectively with students across a wide range of identities and backgrounds. Evaluation of applications will begin January 26, and will continue until the position is filled.

Colgate is a vibrant liberal arts university of 3,200 students situated in central New York state. The chemistry department offers strong BA programs in biochemistry and chemistry and has excellent facilities for teaching and research.

Further information about the chemistry department can be found here. Applicants with dual-career considerations can find postings of other employment opportunities at Colgate and at other institutions of higher education in upstate New York here.

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Salary Range or Pay Grade

$68,900 (for ABD candidates) to $72,900 (for candidate with PhD in hand)

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Policy Statement

It is the policy of Colgate University not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of their race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, pregnancy, national origin, marital status, disability, protected Veterans status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, being or having been victims of domestic violence or stalking, familial status, or any other categories covered by law. Colgate is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Candidates from historically underrepresented groups, women, persons with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.