VISITING PROFESSOR IN ORGANIC CHEMISTRY
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Teach organic chemistry lectures and labs and possibly direct undergraduate research in a 2-year visiting faculty role.
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Why it is interesting. Teaching-focused visiting role at a small liberal arts college with chances to mentor undergraduate research.
Might not be for you. Two-year non-tenure-track appointment focused on teaching organic chemistry rather than materials research.
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Adjacent materials roleVisiting professor to teach organic chemistry lectures and labs in the Chemistry Program, Dept of Natural Sciences (Pitzer and Scripps Colleges)
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- Full-time
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- PhD
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- Academic / Postdoc
Role details
VISITING PROFESSOR IN ORGANIC CHEMISTRY DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL SCIENCES SCRIPPS AND PITZER COLLEGES The Chemistry Program of the Department of Natural Sciences of Pitzer and Scripps Colleges seeks to hire a visiting professor to teach organic chemistry lectures and labs. The position will begin in August 2026. Opportunities to direct undergraduate research projects are also possible. This position is a full-time, 2-year appointment. Rank will be either Visiting Assistant Professor or Visiting Professor, depending on experience. Candidates must have a Ph.D. in chemistry or a related field before starting the position; prior teaching experience is strongly preferred.
The salary for this position will range from $78,000-$85,000 and will be set based on experience. Applications should be uploaded to Interfolio and must include (1) a cover letter describing your interest in and capacity for the position, (2) a curriculum vitae, (3) a statement describing your approach to teaching and how you make learning accessible to all students, regardless of preparation, life experience, and scientific background, and (4) the names and e-mail addresses of three references. Please notify your references that recommendation letters will be required promptly should you advance to the semifinalist stage.
Inquiries regarding the position may be e-mailed to Professor Anna Wenzel at [email protected]. Review of applications will begin March 23, 2026, and the position will remain open until filled. The Department of Natural Sciences is an equal-opportunity employer. In keeping with its ongoing commitment to build and support a diverse and equitable academic community, Scripps College actively encourages applications from women and members of historically underrepresented groups. Additional information about the department may be found at https://natsci.claremont.edu/.
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