Lecturer In Chemistry
About the role
The Department of Chemistry in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at Iowa State University is seeking a Lecturer for Fall 2026 semester to teach one section of CHEM 1780. Lecturers provide effective learning for students as scholarly teachers. Responsibility is for Chem 1780 including as instructor for the course, addressing student learning and issues, assessing student progress through exams and other metrics, providing guidance to teaching assistant for grading and other duties.
Responsibilities
- Instructs one section of CHEM 1780
- Addresses student learning and issues
- Affords assessment of student progress through exams and other metrics
- Provides guidance to teaching assistant for grading and other duties
Requirements
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.
Qualifications
- PhD degree in Chemistry or related area
- Preferred: Teaching experience as the instructor of record in general chemistry at the university level
- Preferred: Experience managing teaching assistants for a general chemistry course
Skills
- Effective communication skills
- Ability to manage teaching assistants
- Experience with student assessment
Benefits
The position offers comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; generous leave plans; onsite childcare; flexible spending accounts; various voluntary benefits and discounts; employee assistance program; and wellbeing program.
Pay
Compensation is commensurate with qualifications.
Schedule
Part time
Contact Information
To apply for this position, please click on "Apply" and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following: 1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae 2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter 3) Contact Information for Three References
Department/Program & College
The Central Science, Chemistry is the link that connects problems in the fundamental nature of matter to the most complex problems in the processes of life. Members of our department bring chemistry to life as cutting-edge researchers and as teachers for students across the university. Undergraduates majoring in chemistry can go on to several professional fields, including medicine and graduate study, and are also in high demand in fields like secondary education. Our commitment to teaching is reflected in our desire to build a strong community and to provide our undergraduates with every opportunity for success. Toward that end, the department offers a vibrant Chemistry Learning Community for our first year and transfer students. Our Ph.D. program has a history of cutting-edge and interdisciplinary research that teaches graduates how to be independent scientists, ready for a career in industry or academia. By celebrating the unique contributions and perspectives of our students, faculty, and staff, we aim to inspire innovation and excellence in all aspects of our work.
Why Choose ISU
Iowa State University strives to be one of the most welcoming Land Grant universities and we encourage all applicants to apply.
Department Unit/Website
https://www.chem.iastate.edu
Application Instructions
To apply for this position, please click on "Apply" and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following: 1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae 2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter 3) Contact Information for Three References
Additional Information
If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.