Assistant Professor of Chemistry
About the role
The Department of Chemistry at the University of Wisconsin‑Platteville invites applications for a tenure‑track position in Analytical or Physical Chemistry. This is a full‑time, nine‑month, benefits‑eligible faculty position with a start date in August 2027 (possible January 2027 start). The role carries a full faculty teaching load in Chemistry, with expectations to build an undergraduate research program and to serve the Department, College of Engineering, Mathematics and Science, and the University. Teaching assignments will draw from general chemistry courses and upper‑level analytical (and possibly physical) chemistry courses, and the candidate will support departmental initiatives related to forensic science applications.
The Chemistry Department comprises nine tenured/tenure‑track faculty, three instructional academic staff, and two lab technicians. It offers ACS‑certified BS degrees in Chemistry with emphases in standard track, Biochemistry, Criminalistics, and Criminalistics with a DNA focus—unique undergraduate programs in the state—as well as a Chemistry Minor and a two‑year Pre‑Pharmacy Program. The department serves roughly 80 majors and graduates 12–15 students annually, providing ample opportunities for undergraduate research.
The College of Engineering, Mathematics and Science serves approximately 2,653 undergraduate and 73 graduate students, emphasizing teaching excellence, engaging learning environments, best practices in STEM education, a culture of care, preparation for the STEM workplace through high standards, and job‑ready skills via authentic, applied, hands‑on learning.
Responsibilities
- Teach lecture and lab courses in general chemistry and upper‑level analytical chemistry.
- Develop curriculum in analytical chemistry.
- Establish an independent research program that involves undergraduate students.
- Seek external funding for undergraduate research.
- Contribute to departmental emphases related to forensic science applications and programming.
- Assist with instrument maintenance.
- Provide academic advising.
- Perform committee service and other duties as assigned.
Benefits
Benefits eligible position.
Schedule
Full-time, nine-month position.