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Posting Number: 20241174F Position Title: Assistant Teaching Professor - Chemistry Position Type: Faculty Location: Villanova, PA Recruitment Type: Internal/External Applicants Work Schedule: full-time/9-months Department: 184-Chemistry Position Summary: The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry is accepting applications for a full-time Assistant Teaching Professor position (non-tenure track) to join a community of dedicated educators. This position has renewable, three-year contracts. Our new colleague will teach general chemistry lecture and laboratory courses, and at least one other specialty that is open to a range of sub-disciplines. We seek candidates whose teaching, research, and/or service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to engagement and inclusion of our increasingly diverse student body.

Villanova is a Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian order. Diversity and inclusion are an integral component of Villanova University’s mission. The University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to the University’s mission and values. Duties and Responsibilities: Teaching undergraduate chemistry lecture and laboratory courses for a diverse student body from a broad range of majors is expected, with additional opportunities at the graduate level based on department needs. Collaboration with colleagues, especially when teaching multi-section courses, is common and encouraged. Service contributions at the level of Department, College, and/or University are expected as a key component of this position. Minimum Qualifications: A Ph.D. or a postdoc in chemistry, biochemistry, or a closely related field, and significant teaching experience at the postsecondary level are required. Evidence of teaching effectiveness is essential, and examples of course development and/or the implementation of modern pedagogical methods are valued. Preferred Qualifications: Physical Requirements and/or Unusual Work Hours: Special Message to Applicants: All applicants must apply online at https://jobs.villanova.edu and complete a faculty profile. The review of applications begins Dec. 5th and will continue until the position is filled. The expected starting date is August 2025.

Applications must include:A letter of interest and current and complete resume/curriculum vitae. Prior teaching experience and potential new course offerings should be specified. A teaching statement including methods, outcomes, goals, and development activities. Contact information for 3 references. Confidential letters of recommendation will be requested for finalists only. Candidates will be expected to provide two additional statements with their application, a statement articulating how the candidate’s contributions may support the University’s mission (and enduring principles) and a Statement on Diversity.

Other supporting documents may be submitted online in conjunction with the application. Posting Date: 10/15/2024 Closing Date (11:59pm ET): Salary Posting Information: Competitive. Salary Band: Job Classification: faculty References Needed References Needed

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Documents needed to complete your application: Required Documents Resume / Curriculum Vitae Cover Letter / Letter of Interest Statement of Teaching Philosophy Statement of Contribution to Mission Statement of Contribution to DEI Optional Documents Other Document Other Document (2)