Elmhurst College invites applications for a Tenure Track position at the rank of Assistant Professor starting Fall, 2019 in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry with background in Organic or Medicinal Chemistry, with research interests in synthesis preferred. Main teaching responsibilities include majors level organic chemistry.

Essential Functions
Main teaching responsibilities include majors level organic chemistry.

Other Duties and Responsibilities
As assigned.

Minimum Qualifications
. Evidence of outstanding teaching or teaching potential.
. Evidence of research interests suitable for undergraduate student participation.
. Candidates should have a commitment to creating an inclusive learning environment for a diverse student body.
. A Ph.D. in Chemistry is required.

Preferred Qualifications
. Research interests in synthesis.

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements
Employee is subject to indoor work, protected from weather conditions. Work is sedentary in nature and involves exerting up to 10 lbs. of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently/constantly in order to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move object.

Work Hours
Posting Date 10/01/2018
Closing Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Additional information about Elmhurst College may be accessed on our website: http://www.elmhurst.edu. Review of applications will begin Dec. 1 and continue until the position is filled.

CV should include references, including their addresses. Questions can be directed to Dr. Michelle Applebee, Associate Professor and Chairperson of the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, applebee@elmhurst.edu.

Elmhurst College offers more than 60 undergraduate majors, 17 graduate programs, degree-completion programs for busy adults, and the acclaimed Elmhurst Learning and Success Academy for young adults with developmental disabilities. Elmhurst College is one of the Top 10 Colleges in the Midwest, according to U.S. News & World Report; and U.S. News, Money and Forbes magazines consistently rank Elmhurst as one of the Midwest's best values in higher education. Recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce is a critical component of the College's mission, vision and core values. Our commitment stems from the belief that an institution of higher learning is enriched by the presence of diversity. Elmhurst College is an EO Employer. Elmhurst College prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, religion, age, creed, ancestry, veteran status, marital status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Cover Letter

Curriculum Vitae

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Teaching Philosophy

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