Assistant Professor, Department of Chemistry at Fort Hays State University
Job Description
The Department of Chemistry at Fort Hays State University (FHSU) invites applications for a full-time, 9-month, non-tenure track faculty position, beginning in August 2025. Candidates with significant experience in chemical education and/or organic chemistry are encouraged to apply. The position title and rank will be determined based on the candidate’s degree and experience. The successful applicant is expected to excel in teaching courses in chemistry, chemical education, and GOB (general, organic, and biochemistry) based on the candidate’s specialty and departmental need. In addition, the applicant is anticipated to conduct chemistry scholarship, provide research training to students with diverse backgrounds, and engage in professional development and mentoring opportunities. The candidate is also expected to have a strong service commitment to the department, the College, the University, and the community.
The typical distribution of assigned responsibilities is 60% instruction, 20% scholarship, and 20% service, although this may be negotiated depending on the needs of the department in consultation with the department chair. A typical teaching load is equivalent to 12 credit hours per semester.
FHSU and the Department of Chemistry are committed to building an environment that is inclusive of our students and state.
Rank: Non-Tenure Track, Assistant Professor or Instructor
Application Documents:
Please submit the following documents in a single pdf file:
- Letter of interest that explains how you meet the listed qualifications
- Curriculum vitae (CV)
- List of chemistry courses/topics you are qualified to teach effectively
- Names and contact information for three professional references
Application Process: To apply for this position, please visit FHSU Careers. Only electronic applications submitted through the webpage will be accepted. (Direct link to the application:https://fhsu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/CAREERS/details/Assistant-Professor--Department-of-Chemistry_R-04513 )
Priority Deadline: March 6, 2025. Review of applications will begin after the priority deadline and continue until the position is filled.
Minimum Qualifications:
- M.S. in chemistry (or closely related field) from a regionally accredited or internationally recognized institution.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in chemistry (or closely related field) from a regionally accredited or internationally recognized institution. ABD applicants will be considered.
- experience in chemical education research with a plan for a viable research program involving undergraduate students that can be pursued in a regional comprehensive university, and ability to obtain externally-funded research program
- proficiency with curriculum development and assessment
- ability to teach high school chemistry teachers pursuing an MSE degree how to incorporate chemical education research practices into their classrooms to enhance the quality of their instruction
- demonstrated ability to effectively communicate chemistry concepts to undergraduate students in both lecture and laboratory settings, and evidence of fostering an inclusive learning environment for students
Benefits: To review our competitive benefit package, please visit FHSU Benefits.
If you have questions regarding the position, please contact:
Dr. Margaret Braasch-Turi
Chemistry Department
Fort Hays State University
600 Park Street
Hays, Kansas 67601-4099
E-mail: mmbraaschturi@fhsu.edu
Phone: 785-628-4504
Why apply?
About the Department:
The FHSU chemistry department (www.fhsu.edu/chemistry) has eight full-time faculty positions representing all of the major sub-disciplines of chemistry. At the undergraduate level, we offer B.A. and ACS-approved B.S. degrees with optional emphases in biochemistry, forensic science, and teacher education. At the graduate level, we collaboratively support the chemistry concentrations of two master’s degrees: the Master of Science in Education (M.S.E.) and the Master of Professional Studies (M.P.S.). Our instructional methodology strongly emphasizes a hands-on approach to instrumentation in the laboratory courses at all levels. The department is housed on the third floor of Tomanek Hall, and includes state-of-the-art laboratories, chemistry instrumentation, and fully mediated classrooms.
About the College:
The Werth College of Science, Technology, and Mathematics (WCOSTM) was formed in 2015 by aggregating the departments of Agriculture, Applied Technology, Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Geosciences, Mathematics, and Physics, as well as the Sternberg Museum of Natural History and the Kansas Wetlands Education Center. The academic units consist of approximately 75 full-time faculty, 1200 undergraduate majors, and 50 graduate students. Undergraduate students participate in technical, classroom, field, and lab experiences that many universities would reserve for graduate students. The wide range of academic programs are innovative, and college faculty embrace a one-on-one teaching and mentoring philosophy, while providing robust scholarship opportunities for our students.
Community of Hays
FHSU is located in Hays, a vibrant college town of approximately 20,000, located halfway between Kansas City and Denver on Interstate 70. Hays is the regional center for education, health care, professional services, shopping, culture, and recreation for the western half of Kansas. The community boasts excellent recreational programs and facilities, including the comprehensive Center for Health Improvement, Hays Aquatic Park, Smoky Hill Country Club, Hays Municipal Golf Course, and extensive walking, running, and biking trails. Hays is within 45 minutes of two large lakes that offer great opportunities for boating, fishing, and camping. The Hays Municipal Airport provides connecting service to Denver with several flights daily. The Hays community is home to excellent Pre-K and K-12, public and private schools. With over 60 restaurants, major retail outlets, a low unemployment rate, and very short commute times, the city provides a safe, welcoming, low-cost, high-quality living environment for the residents who call "Hays, America" home.
Notice of Non-discrimination – Fort Hays State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, religion, national origin, color, age, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability or veteran status.
Background Check: Final candidate will have consented to and successfully completed a criminal background check.
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