Villanova University
Assistant Teaching Professor - Chemistry

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Posting Details (Default Section) Posting Number:20251283FPosition Title:Assistant Teaching Professor - ChemistryPosition Type:FacultyLocation:Villanova, PARecruitment Type:Internal/External ApplicantsWork Schedule:full-time/9-monthsDepartment:184-ChemistryPosition Summary:The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry is accepting applications for a full-time Assistant Teaching Professor position (non-tenure track) to join a community of dedicated educators. This position has renewable, three-year contracts. Our new colleague will teach introductory chemistry lecture and laboratory courses, with opportunities to teach other courses in a range of sub-disciplines. We seek candidates whose teaching, research, and/or service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to engagement and inclusion of our entire student body.

Villanova is a Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian Order. The University is an equal opportunity employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to the University’s mission and values.Duties and Responsibilities:Teaching introductory undergraduate chemistry lecture and laboratory courses for students from a broad range of majors is expected, with additional opportunities at the graduate level based on department needs. Collaboration with colleagues, especially when teaching multi-section courses, is common and encouraged. Service contributions at the level of Department, College, and/or University are expected as a key component of this position.Minimum Qualifications:A Ph.D. or a postdoc in chemistry, biochemistry, or a closely related field and evidence of teaching effectiveness are required.Preferred Qualifications:Significant teaching experience at the postsecondary level. Examples of course development and/or the implementation of modern pedagogical methods are valued. Experience teaching introductory chemistry classes in addition to general chemistry.Physical Requirements and/or Unusual Work Hours: Special Message to Applicants:Applicants must apply online at https://jobs.villanova.edu/. Review of applications will begin December 5, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled. The starting date is expected to be August 2026.

Applications must be submitted online and include:
• A letter of interest in which prior teaching experience and potential new course offerings should be described.• Current and complete resume/curriculum vitae• A teaching statement including methods, outcomes, goals, and development activities.• Candidates will be expected to provide a statement articulating how the candidate’s contributions may support the University Mission and Enduring Commitments. Please refer to the departmental website and the Villanova University Mission Statement.
• Undergraduate and graduate transcripts (unofficial acceptable for application). Transcripts can be uploaded as a scan/PDF as an “Other Document” to the HR site.
• Must include contact information for 3 references who can be contacted via email to submit confidential letters of recommendation when the application is submitted.
Other supporting documents may be submitted online in conjunction with the application.Posting Date:10/16/2025Closing Date (11:59pm ET):Salary Posting Information: Commensurate with experienceSalary Band:Job Classification:facultyReferences Needed References Needed Minimum Number of References Needed3Maximum Number of References Needed3Supplemental Questions

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Documents needed to complete your application:Required Documents

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