Education ​/ Teaching Instructor, University Professor

Job no: 534700
Work type: Teaching & Research Faculty
Senior management: College of Science
Department: Chemistry
Location: Blacksburg, Virginia
Categories: Instructional / Teaching Faculty

Teaching assignments will be primarily in upper-level courses among our offerings in physical and analytical chemistry, including both lecture and laboratory courses, depending on departmental needs. The Department Chair will make specific course assignments each semester. Duties will include preparation of course materials, presentation of topics, coordination of GTAs, grading, assisting students individually, and other activities as may be required to accomplish the instructional function.

Possession of a Ph.D. in chemistry or an appropriate related discipline at time of appointment. Experience in teaching at the collegiate level.

Experience with teaching in a large university environment.

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Exempt:
Not eligible for overtime

Regular

Commensurate with experience

40 hours - exempt position

January 9, 2026

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

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November 6, 2025

Open until filled