Assistant Professor or Instructor of Chemistry

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Job Posting Title:

Assistant Professor or Instructor of Chemistry

Position Type:

Faculty

Department:

LSUA ASA - Mathematics and Physical Sciences (Prakash Ghimire (00042323))

Work Location:

LSU - Alexandria

Pay Grade:

Academic

Job Description:

Job Posting Title:

Assistant Professor of Chemistry

Job Description:

The Department of Chemistry and Physics at Louisiana State University at Alexandria invites applications for a full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Chemistry. This is a 9-month position to begin in January 2027. This position focuses on providing high-quality instruction in undergraduate chemistry courses both on campus and online.

The ideal candidate will hold a Ph.D. in Chemistry and have demonstrated teaching experience in Organic Chemistry in both face-to-face and online instructional formats. Candidates should also be prepared to teach a range of other chemistry courses. Opportunities exist to develop and teach additional upper-level courses aligned with the candidate’s area of expertise.

Responsibilities: Typical duties include but are not limited to:

• Develops and teaches undergraduate lecture and laboratory courses as assigned, both in-person and online.
• Maintains high standards of instruction and uses effective teaching methods to support student success.
• Engages in scholarly activities and mentors undergraduate chemistry research
• Maintains regular office hours and provides accessible student support.
• Advises students on academic progress and career opportunities.
• Participates in curriculum development, assessment, and program improvement
• Serves on University committees and participates in departmental and institutional activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor
• This position entails 60% teaching, 20% scholarly activities, and 20% community/university service.

Application Instructions:

Please submit application, uploading the following as a single PDF: (1) cover letter, (2) CV that includes contact information for three references, (3) teaching philosophy, (4) short statement on research interests and how you would incorporate undergraduate students,

(5) unofficial transcripts.

Official transcripts, three letters of recommendation, and background check are required before a candidate can be hired.

For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or other details about the position, please contact [email protected] or 318-473-6401.

Additional Job Description:

Competencies:

None

Special Instructions:

Application Instructions:
Please submit application, uploading the following as a single PDF: (1) cover letter, (2) CV that includes contact information for three references, (3) teaching philosophy, (4) short statement on research interests and how you would incorporate undergraduate students,
(5) unofficial transcripts.

Official transcripts, three letters of recommendation, and background check are required before a candidate can be hired.

Skills Needed:

Preferred Skills:

Posting Date:

October 9, 2026

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

Additional Position Information:

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Essential Position (Y/N):

LSUA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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