Visiting Instructor Chemistry
 Georgia Southern University | |
 United States, Georgia, Statesboro | |
 Mar 05, 2025 | |
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Visiting Instructor Chemistry Job ID: 282633 Location: Statesboro, Georgia Full/Part Time: Full Time Regular/Temporary: About Us Join Our Team at Georgia Southern! Georgia Southern is a dynamic university with three vibrant campuses in Hinesville, Savannah and Statesboro serving the communities in Southeast Georgia. As a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 institution, our world-class scholars instruct about 26,000 students in associate's, bachelor's, master's and doctoral level degree programs. Whether you are seeking the charm of a small town, the traditions of a historical/urban destination near the beach or supporting our military service members and their families, Georgia Southern offers its faculty and staff the best of all worlds! Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. We are steeped in tradition and devoted to academic distinction in teaching, scholarship and service. In 2018 Forbes Magazine listed Georgia Southern, along with 10 other Georgia companies or institutions, as one of America's Best Midsize Employers. Georgia Southern University is passionate about serving our region while preparing our students to be lifelong scholars, leaders, and responsible stewards of their communities and the world. To learn more about Georgia Southern's Vision, Mission and Values please click here: https://president.georgiasouthern.edu/performance-excellence/mission-values/ Location With more than 26,000 students and 141 degree programs, Georgia Southern University is the largest comprehensive university south of Atlanta. Our hands-on, practical approach to learning, and faculty dedicated to teaching, ensure you are prepared for your career and life after graduation. Statesboro Campus 1332 Southern Drive Statesboro, GA 30458 Department Information Within this setting, the Department of Biochemistry, Chemistry, and Physics is housed in the College of Science and Mathematics. The Department of Biochemistry, Chemistry, and Physics offers three Bachelor of Science degrees. Two are ACS-certified with majors in chemistry and biochemistry, and the third is a major in Physics, offering five new concentrations. The department also offers a Master of Science in Applied Physical Science with concentrations in pharmaceutical science and materials & coatings science. The department participates in the Ph.D. in Environmental Science program housed within the College of Science and Mathematics. The Department is rapidly increasing its externally funded research activities. Our research space is housed in different buildings, including a recently reconfigured 47,000 square foot facility containing modern classrooms with dedicated teaching and research laboratories on the Statesboro campus and a similar facility on the Armstrong campus in Savannah. The department comprises 51 faculty with 40 on the tenure track, 10 on the lecturer track, one visiting faculty, and seven full-time staff. Job Summary Reporting to the department chair, the visiting instructor of chemistry will teach a 5/5 course load during the Fall 2025 and Spring 2026 semester. This is an academic year appointment for the months of August 2025 through May 2026 . All visiting positions are non-tenure track appointments. The salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience. Required Qualifications Earned MS degree in chemistry, or a closely related field, by August 1, 2025 with at least 18 graduate semester hours in chemistry. Effective communication skills. Willingness to engage with institutional student success initiatives. Commitment to engaging with best practice initiatives in instruction and pedagogy, mentoring, and curriculum design and development. Must be authorized to work in the United States for the duration of employment without assistance from the institution. Preferred Qualifications Earned Ph.D. degree in chemistry, or a closely related field with at least 18 graduate semester hours in chemistry, by August 1, 2025. Teaching experience at the University level. Proposed Salary Required Documents to Attach A complete application consists of a letter addressing the qualifications cited above; a curriculum vitae ; copy of undergraduate and graduate transcripts, and the names, addresses, telephone numbers, and email addresses of at least two professional references all in a single pdf document. Other documentation may be requested. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities ABILITIES Consistently exhibit engaging customer service Ability to support various constituencies served by the University Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position KNOWLEDGE Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success SKILLS Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills Apply Before Date Open Until Filled Screening of applications begins March 20, 2025 and continues until the position is filled. Preferred start date is August 1, 2025. Contact Information Dr. Will Lynch, Chair and Professor of Chemistry wlynch@georgiasouthern.edu 912-344-3144 USG Core Values The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 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. Conditions of Employment All work (with limited exceptions such as research and study abroad outside activities such as grading and email correspondence) for Georgia Southern University must be completed while the employee is physically present in the state of Georgia, unless specifically authorized by the university for a specific purpose and limited period of time within current policy. Faculty are expected to contribute to the vibrant university community by engaging students, participating in events, and performing other responsibilities on-campus. Faculty may be required to teach, conduct research, or perform service duties on any of the three campuses. Georgia Southern provides accessible transportation options between campuses. Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Southern University, as determined by Georgia Southern University in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test. Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request. Legally authorized to work in the United States for the duration of employment without assistance from the University. Georgia Southern University is a Tobacco and Smoke-Free Community. Equal Employment Opportunity More information about the institution is available through http://www.georgiasouthern.edu or https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/colleges/science-mathematics/departments/biochemistry-chemistry-physics. The names of applicants and nominees, vitae, and other non-evaluative information may be subject to public inspection under the Georgia Open Records Act. Other Information This is not a supervisory position. This position will not be required to drive. This role is not considered a position of trust. Background Check
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