Dear colleagues,

At the University of Northern Colorado, we are searching for an Assistant Professor of Chemical Education (tenure track). We will begin screening applications on October 26, 2016. The position requires ability to teach general chemistry and other undergraduate chemistry courses plus graduate course in chemical education. The successful candidate will also be expected to conduct mixed methods research involving graduate and undergraduate students, and ability to secure external funding. The position begins in August 2017.

The official announcement is posted below this message.

Jerry

Jerry P. Suits, Associate Professor of Chemistry
Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry
University of Northern Colorado, Campus Box 98
Greeley, CO 80639
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Position Title: Assistant Professor – Chemical Education (tenure track)	Position No: F99716 

Job Summary: 
Assistant Professor, tenure-track, Chemical Education. This 9-month appointment requires an earned doctorate in chemical education or closely related field. The successful candidate will instruct graduate courses in chemical education, and undergraduate courses in general chemistry and other chemistry/science courses based on qualifications. In addition to providing service to the department, college and university, the successful candidate will be expected to develop a strong, nationally recognized and externally funded research program in chemical education research involving both undergraduate and graduate students. 

Minimum Qualifications: 
This position requires an earned doctorate in chemical education or closely related field with an emphasis in mixed-methods research. ABD will be considered if all degree requirements have been completed by the starting date. The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate potential for teaching excellence, scholarly activity, ability to secure external funding, and an interest in serving the profession. 

Preferred Qualifications: 
Preference will be given to applicants with a strong background in chemistry, college-level teaching experience, and the ability to teach courses in a chemistry subdiscipline. 

Application Materials, Contact, and Application Deadline: 
Screening of applications will begin on October 26, 2016 and will continue until the position is filled. Interested persons should apply online at https://careers.unco.edu and select “View/Apply for Faculty Positions” then choose “Assistant Professor – Chemical Education.” Application documents to be submitted online are a letter of application/cover letter, a curriculum vitae, copies of undergraduate and graduate transcripts, a statement of teaching pedagogy, a statement of research interests, and the names and contact information of at least three references. Reference letters will be solicited via email from that list and will be electronically submitted. Additional information or questions about the position should be directed to: Chemical Education Search Chair, Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, University of Northern Colorado, Campus Box 98, 501 20th Street, Greeley, CO 80639. 

Salary and Benefits: 
Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. Benefits available include health, life, and dental insurance, as well as a selection of several defined contribution retirement programs. Dependents and spouses of UNC employees who are employed as 0.5 FTE or above are entitled to and eligible for Dependent Tuition Grants. These tuition grants will cover in-state tuition charges. Further requirements may exist. Other benefits may be available based on position. Opportunities for summer instruction may be available.

Requested Start Date: 
August 14, 2017

Additional Requirements: 
Satisfactory completion of a background check, educational check, and authorization to work in the United States is required after a conditional offer of employment has been made. The successful candidate must submit original transcripts within one (1) month of hire. 

Location and Environment: 
The University of Northern Colorado is a Doctoral/Research University enrolling 13,000+ graduate and undergraduate students. The university, founded in 1889, is located in Greeley, Colorado, which has a growing population of 100,000 and is situated an hour north of Denver and 30 miles east of the Rocky Mountains. Further information about UNC and the City of Greeley is available at http://www.unco.edu. 

Additional Information: 
This position is contingent on funding from the Colorado State Legislature, approval by the Board of Trustees, and subject to the policies and regulations of the University of Northern Colorado. Federal regulations require that the University retain all documents submitted by applicants. Materials will not be returned or copied for applicants.
 
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