Lecturer of Chemistry and Biochemistry

Role details

About Us

For more than 60 years, Kennesaw State University has been known for its entrepreneurial spirit and sense of community. A leader in innovative teaching and learning, Kennesaw State is located just north of Atlanta and combines a suburban setting on two metro-Atlanta campuses in Kennesaw and Marietta. As one of Georgia's largest universities, Kennesaw State offers undergraduate and graduate degrees to over 50,000 students. Our high-impact research and Division I athletics also draw students from throughout the region and across the globe.

A member of the University System of Georgia, Kennesaw State is a Carnegie-designated doctoral research institution (R2) committed to becoming a world-class academic institution positioned to broaden its academic and research missions and expand its scope on a local, regional, and national level.

Our university's vibrant culture, career opportunities, rich benefits, and values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity, and accountability make us an employer of choice. As part of the University System of Georgia, Kennesaw State exemplifies the power and promise of a student-centered, research-driven university. In addition, Kennesaw State supports the University of Georgia's core values of accountability, excellence, integrity, and respect. We are searching for talented people to join Kennesaw State University in our vision. For more information, visit the Kennesaw State University website.

Location

Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144. Our Marietta campus is located at 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060.

Department Information

The professional guidance and student-focused instruction in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry utilizes hands-on training with state-of-the-art instrumentation in synthesis and analytical techniques. All students, starting in their first year, are encouraged to participate in innovative interdisciplinary research experiences to enhance their occupationally relevant degree. Our future-ready graduates are prepared for successful careers in industry, academia, and health sciences.

Job Summary

Kennesaw State University is now accepting applications for a full-time, non-tenure track faculty position as Lecturer of Chemistry and Biochemistry in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry with a preferred start date of August 2027. This is a nine-month contracted position and is for work to be performed in the state of Georgia.

Please be advised that any offer of employment is contingent upon your eligibility to work in the United States. Kennesaw State University's ability to cover visa petitions is subject to budgetary constraints and USG funding policies.

Responsibilities

• Primary teaching responsibilities will include teaching undergraduate lecture and laboratory courses with a focus on the two-semester organic chemistry sequence.
• Service to the Department, College and/or University is expected.

Teaching assignments will be based on earned degrees and SACSCOC Faculty Credentials Guidelines.

To teach undergraduate courses

• A master's degree or terminal/doctorate degree, or the foreign equivalent, in organic chemistry or a closely related discipline is required at the time of hire.
• Experience as instructor of record for at least one chemistry or biochemistry course at the collegiate level. This does not include work as a graduate teaching assistant unless the position had primary instructor status (without supervision).

To Teach Graduate Courses

• A terminal/doctorate degree, or foreign equivalent, in chemistry or biochemistry or a related discipline is required at the time of hire.
• Experience as instructor of record for at least one chemistry or biochemistry course at the collegiate level. This does not include work as a graduate teaching assistant unless the position had primary instructor status (without supervision).

Preferred Qualifications

• A Ph.D. in organic chemistry or a closely related discipline with experience in organic synthesis.
• Ability to develop and teach interdisciplinary upper-level undergraduate elective courses.
• Ability to develop and teach graduate courses at the Master's and Ph.D. level.
• Experience as instructor of record for multiple chemistry or biochemistry courses (lecture and laboratory) at the collegiate level across multiple terms, with preference for upper level courses (3000+).
• Experience with innovative pedagogies (e.g., flipped lectures, project-based learning, CUREs).

Required Documents to Attach

• CV
• Cover Letter
• Unofficial Transcripts (Official Transcripts and Official International Course-by-Course Evaluations Due Upon Hire)
• Names, phone numbers, and email addresses of at least 3 references.
• Statement of Teaching Philosophy, including how you will advance student success at KSU (2 pages max)

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Apply Before Date

Review of applications will begin immediately. For full consideration, please apply by January 11, 2027.

Contact Information

For questions about this faculty opening, please contact Glen Meades, Ph.D., [email protected].

For technical support or assistance completing a job application, please contact the Shared Services Center at (877) 251-2644 or [email protected].

For questions about a specific job posting at Kennesaw State University, please contact the search chair listed under the contact information section on each posting. For general questions about faculty jobs please email [email protected].

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study.

To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community.

For additional information on this policy, or to file a complaint under the provisions of this policy, students, employees, applicants for employment or admission or other third parties should contact the Office of Institutional Equity at English Building, Suite 225, [email protected].

Background Check

Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility.

All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, preemployment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials. https://usg.policystat.com/policy/19298143/latest