The Department of Agricultural and Life Sciences welcomes applications for a 9-month tenure-track faculty position in the chemistry program, department of Agricultural and Life Sciences.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

* Tenure track faculty typically teach 12 contact hours per semester or 24 contact hours per academic year (undergraduate) entry level as well as upper level courses in their area of specialty.

* Teach undergraduate chemistry courses including organic chemistry, biochemistry, and other courses within the chemistry major and department.

* Faculty are expected to contribute to the program, department, University, and profession through appropriate service obligations, including the advising of students and committee service.

* Prepare course materials such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.

* Evaluate and grade students' class/lab work, assignments, and papers

* Collect and analyze data for program and university assessment.

* Maintain student attendance records, grades, and other required records.

* Compile, administer, and grade examinations.

* Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions.

* Advise students on academic and vocational curricula and on career issues.

* Develop and use multimedia course materials and other current technology, such as online courses.

* Collaborate with colleagues to address teaching and research issues.

* Assist department chair with continual program development.

* Participate in unit meetings and other university-wide activities/committees.

* Conduct research in their area of expertise and seek grant funding for projects.

* Other duties as outlined in the Faculty Handbook.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

* Strong interpersonal, organizational, oral and written communication skills.

* Previous successful work experience with culturally diverse populations a plus.

* Cope effectively with adversity and demonstrate leadership skills that promote collegiality and cooperation.

* Committed to values of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.

* Ability to use technology in instruction and student advising. Experience in curriculum and institutional assessment a plus.