Visiting Assistant Professor Chemistry

About the role

The Department of Biology, Chemistry, and Chemical Engineering at Florida Polytechnic University is seeking applicants for the rank of Visiting Assistant Professor of Chemistry. This position will primarily focus on Chemistry 1 lectures and laboratory instruction.

Responsibilities

• Teach Chemistry 1 lectures and laboratory courses to freshmen and sophomores.
• Assist in the broader educational mission of the university.

Requirements

• A Ph.D. in Chemistry or a closely related field, where the degree must be complete before a candidate’s starting date.

Desired Qualifications

• Prior teaching and relevant research or industry experience.
• Participation in professional activities and organizations.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate and work effectively with broad campus community.

Compensation

Compensation is commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Application Process

• All Applicants are required to submit the following in PDF format during the application process:
• A cover letter
• A curriculum vitae
• A statement of teaching philosophy
• List of at least 3 professional references (names and contact information)
• An unofficial copy of your Ph.D. transcripts.

About Florida Poly

Florida Polytechnic University opened for classes in 2014-15 and is the twelfth university in the Florida State University System. The University was created as an exclusively STEM-focused public university that offers high-value undergraduate and graduate degrees and that has intentional industry connections with a focus on economic development of the high-tech I-4 corridor.

Diversity Statement

Florida Polytechnic University is an equal opportunity/equal access institution. It is the policy of the Board of Trustees to provide equal opportunity for employment and educational opportunities to all (including applicants for employment, employees, applicants for admission, students, and others affiliated with the University) without regard to race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or genetic information.

Florida Poly Benefits Information

Florida Poly qualified employees have the opportunity to take advantage of a variety of health benefits (through the State of Florida) to help meet their specific needs, as well as the needs of their family. This comprehensive coverage includes flexible spending accounts, medical and life insurance, and worker's compensation. Health benefits are administered through People First, on behalf of the State of Florida, as pre-tax insurance plans. People First handles all new hire enrollments, coverage changes, premium administration, and dependent eligibility. Their Service Center is staffed Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m.–6 p.m. EST, at 1-866-663-4735.

Retirement

Florida Poly offers great options for retirement. From the required selection of a state plan to additional voluntary retirement plans, our employees have many opportunities to save and prepare for their future. Click Here for more information.

Other Benefits

• Annual Leave
• Sick Leave
• Employee Assistant Program (EAP)

Special Instructions Regarding Attachments

All required attachments are listed on each posting. Please be sure to attach all required documents in the Resume/CV field before continuing through the application. Once your application has been submitted, no changes may be made and additional attachments will not be considered. An unofficial copy of the degree/transcript is acceptable during the application process. For positions requiring a degree, the official transcripts are required upon hire. Foreign Transcript: Transcripts issued outside of the United States require a equivalency statement from a certified transcript evaluation service verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA. This report must be attached with the application and submitted by the application deadline. All document(s) must be received on or before the closing date of the job announcements.

Background Check

This position requires a background check, which may include a level II screening as required by the Florida Statute 435.04.