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Assistant Professor of Instruction - General Chemistry

University of Texas at Austin · Austin, TXtoday

PhD-level Academic / Postdoc roles on Crosslinked list a median of $97k (110 that show pay). This posting does not list pay.

Teach large-enrollment general chemistry sections, coordinate the instructional team, and train and mentor teaching assistants.

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Why it is interesting. Lead instruction for a large-enrollment general chemistry program with curricular innovation and TA mentoring responsibilities.

Might not be for you. Teaching-only non-tenure-track role on annually renewed nine-month appointments, with no research component.

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Adjacent materials roleChemistry Department faculty role teaching large-enrollment undergraduate general chemistry; PhD in chemistry or related field required

H-1B filings

University of Texas at Austin filed 45 H-1B labor applications for scientist and engineer roles from Jan to Dec 2025.

Most common titles: Postdoctoral Fellow, Assistant Professor, Research Fellow. Median filed pay: $74K a year.

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Seniority: Entry level
Work: On-site
Type: Full-time
Degree: PhD
Role: Academic / Postdoc

Role details

Description

The Department of Chemistry at the University of Texas at Austin is recruiting qualified candidates for a full-time, non-tenure track faculty position with primary teaching responsibilities in general chemistry.

Primary duties for this position include teaching multiple sections of large-enrollment undergraduate general chemistry courses. The successful candidate will work closely with the General Chemistry instructional team to coordinate teaching activities, support curricular innovation and continuous improvement, and promote student success across the program. Additional responsibilities include participating in course development activities, conducting regular office hours and review sessions, and training, supervising, mentoring, and instructing teaching assistants.

All ranks carry a nine-month appointment, renewed annually based on demonstrated teaching excellence and need of the department. Summer teaching appointments are often available but teaching assignments may vary.

Qualifications

PhD in chemistry or related field is required. Experience teaching at the undergraduate level is preferred.

Application Instructions

Upload cover letter, current CV, and teaching statement to Interfolio. Enter names and contact information for at least 3 references who can write letters attesting to your ability as an instructor.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

*The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.*