Lecturer, Department of Chemistry
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Teach undergraduate organic chemistry lectures and labs and supervise teaching assistants.
Worth knowing
Why it is interesting. Renewable non-tenure-track lectureship with curriculum development and TA training at a research university.
Might not be for you. One-year renewable term, teaching-focused with no research component; not a tenure-track position.
Heads-up: Cover letter required
Adjacent materials roleLecturer position in the Department of Chemistry; initial assignment likely in organic chemistry courses
- Seniority
- Entry level
- Work
- On-site
- Type
- Full-time
- Degree
- PhD
- Role
- Academic / Postdoc
Role details
Position Description Lecturer Location: Stony Brook, NY Open Date: Oct 16, 2025 Deadline: Nov 17, 2025 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time Description LECTURER POSITION - CHEMISTRY STONY BROOK UNIVERSITY invites applications for a one-year, renewable, non-tenure track lecturer position in the Department of Chemistry beginning in January 2026. Stony Brook is a research university with a strong commitment to curricular innovation. The position includes opportunities for curriculum development and for training and supervision of teaching assistants in the Department's undergraduate chemistry courses.
Initial assignment will likely be in our organic chemistry courses, and may include both lecture and laboratory components. Proficiency and comfort with teaching other areas of Chemistry would be considered favorably. A Ph.D. in Chemistry, Chemical Education, or related fields is required. Previous experience administering large lecture or lab courses would be a plus. Candidates should submit a cover letter, a complete CV including a publication list and a statement of teaching interests, and have three letters of recommendation sent to: Lecturer Search Committee via Interfolio.com apply.interfolio.com/174569 . Application deadline is November 17, 2025.
Stony Brook University is an AA/EEO employer and educator and actively encourages applications from women and members of historically under-represented groups. Qualifications Required Qualifications: A Ph.D. (or foreign equivalent) in Chemistry, Chemical Education or related field are required.
Preferred Qualifications
Previous experience administering large lab or lecture courses would be a plus. 1. Teaching experience in college-level chemistry courses. 2. Qualified for training and supervision of teaching assistants. 3. Demonstrated experience in utilization of the computer as a teaching tool. 4. Relevance of teaching interests to Department needs. 5. Strength of letters of reference, especially with regards to teaching ability and experience. 6. Expertise and familiarity with laboratory techniques and instrumentation. 7. Commitment to safety and best practices in the laboratory. Application Instructions To apply, visit https://apply.interfolio.com/174569 .
Candidates should submit a cover letter, a complete CV including a publication list and a statement of teaching interests, and have three letters of recommendation sent to Lecturer Search Committee via Interfolio.com ID: apply.interfolio.com/174569 In accordance with the New York State Department of Health (DOH) regulation that all hospitals and nursing homes "continuously require all personnel to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19," Candidates who are not already vaccinated must obtain the first dose of the vaccine within three (3) calendar days of acceptance of conditional job offer and must obtain any subsequent doses in accordance with the vaccine protocol.
Candidates who are partially vaccinated, but not yet fully vaccinated, must complete their vaccination series within three (3) calendar days of job offer or in accordance with vaccine manufacture protocol, whichever comes later. The regulation also includes those who may be affiliated with or interact with employees of a hospital or nursing home. The regulation allows for limited exemptions with reasonable accommodations, consistent with applicable law. The selected candidate must successfully clear a background investigation. In accordance with the Title II Crime Awareness and Security Act, a copy of our crime statistics is available upon request .
It can also be viewed online at the University Police website at https://www.stonybrook.edu/police . Stony Brook University is committed to excellence in diversity and the creation of an inclusive learning, and working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information,veteran status and all other protected classes under federal or state laws. Copyright ©2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved.
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Department: Department of Chemistry Application deadline: 2025/10/17 Position type: Non tenure-track faculty
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