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Department:: CHEM-Chemistry 4081
Locations:: Worcester, MA
Posted:: Mar 29, 2024
Closes:: Open Until Filled
Type:: Full-time - Exempt
Position ID:: 174189
About Clark University:
Founded in 1887, Clark was one of the first all-graduate institutions in the United States. Today the University is a highly-ranked, student-centered institution educating approximately 2,350 undergraduate and 1,150 graduate students to be imaginative and contributing citizens of the world and to advance the frontiers of knowledge and understanding through rigorous scholarship and creative effort. This commitment to scholarship and inquiry reflects the University's commitment to "challenge convention and change our world" and to address issues of critical importance to society. It is also reflected by Clark's many national and international distinctions, including recognition for its diversity and inclusion efforts, innovation, community engagement and impact, as a top green campus, and for having a distinguished geography and international development program. Clark has also been included in the groundbreaking Colleges that Change Lives guide since it was first published in 1996.
Clark is located in Worcester, Massachusetts, a dynamic, diverse city "on the rise." The second largest city in New England, Worcester is home to 11 institutions of higher learning and is increasingly recognized for its growing healthcare and biotechnology communities, its thriving cultural scene, and as a vibrant food hub.
Job Description:
The Carlson School of Chemistry and Biochemistry at Clark University invites applications for an Assistant Teaching Professor to begin in Fall 2024. The position will oversee the Introductory Chemistry laboratory sections and teach additional courses, either for majors or non-majors. We seek a passionate educator who will be responsible for managing the laboratory sections, supervising the graduate TAs, and presenting pre-lab lectures. Those interested in teaching at a dynamic, small research university are encouraged to apply.
Requirements:
A Ph.D. in Chemistry or a closely related field by the date of appointment is required. Experience managing or mentoring undergraduate students is expected. Candidates are expected to demonstrate promise for excellent teaching at the undergraduate level and to be prepared to teach Introductory Chemistry material for the laboratory sections.
Preferred Qualifications:
Candidates should demonstrate the potential to contribute through teaching, and/or leadership to the diversity and excellence of the learning experience in STEM. An experimentalist background is preferred but not required. The ability to teach additional subjects beyond Introductory Chemistry, such as Biochemistry or Organic, Analytical or Physical Chemistry, or other upper-level elective courses, is desirable.
Additional Information:
The Carlson School offers both undergraduate (B.A.) and graduate (M.S. and Ph.D.) degrees in biochemistry and molecular biology, and chemistry. Student engagement in research is a major focus of both the undergraduate and graduate programs.
Additional information on the department is available at: https://www.clarku.edu/departments/chemistry
As of June 1, 2023 Clark University no longer requires employees or students to be vaccinated against COVID-19. However, Clark urges all community members to follow CDC guidelines for COVID-19 vaccination, which recommend that everyone stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccines including booster doses. This is important for your own personal health as well as the health of our community.
At Clark University, we are dedicated to building a workplace that celebrates diversity and fosters inclusion. We believe that diversity of experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds leads to a more innovative and productive work environment. Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion is reflected in our hiring practices, employee development programs, and campus culture. We welcome and encourage individuals of all backgrounds to join our team and contribute their unique ideas to help us achieve our goals.
Clark University offers a generous benefit package for full and, if applicable, part-time employees that include; paid time off, generous retirement plan, group health and dental insurance, life insurance, and tuition, along with use of many campus amenities. For a complete list of benefits for eligible employees visit here.
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Application Instructions:
To be considered for this position, you must submit your credentials online. Create a Clark University Careers Account by clicking on the APPLY NOW button below. You will be able to upload the following documents, which are required for consideration:
- Cover letter
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Teaching Statement
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) statement
- Contact information for three references
The Teaching Statement should describe your teaching philosophy, summarize your teaching experience, and course topic interests. (Not to exceed three pages, 12-point font)
The DEI Statement should describe how you address issues of diversity, equity and inclusion, and challenges faced by historically underrepresented groups, based on race/ethnicity, women, veterans, people with disabilities or other groups that have been historically excluded from higher education. Please offer your thoughts on how you would address these issues in your future role as a faculty member at Clark. This may include teaching/pedagogy, mentoring, service to the profession and community outreach. (Not to exceed two pages, 12-point font)
The review of applications on a rolling basis will begin on April 15, 2024.
Inquiries regarding this position should be directed to Professor Smith, Chair of the Search Committee at lusmith@clarku.edu.
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Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Salary will be commensurate with skills and experience.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.
A successful background check is required upon acceptance.
