Visiting Assistant Professor of Chemistry

Overview

Job no: 493286
Work type:
Faculty

Location:

Gambier, OH

Kenyon College invites applications for a Visiting position in Chemistry at the rank of Assistant Professor beginning in July 2026.

• Teach undergraduate chemistry in a liberal arts environment with a five-course load per year, across the curriculum, with potential to offer an advanced course in the area of expertise.
• Mentor students in the classroom and laboratory; engage in effective pedagogy and support student learning.
• Collaborate within the department and with interdisciplinary majors (biochemistry, molecular biology, neuroscience, environmental studies).

• Ph.D. in chemistry or a related field (or completion by the start of the fall semester).
• Some research or teaching experience in experimental organic chemistry; candidates with connections to environmental and physical chemistry are encouraged to apply.

• 1) a cover letter
• 2) a statement of teaching philosophy (no more than 2 pages)
• 3) a Curriculum Vitae
• 4) an unofficial graduate transcript
• 5) contact information for three professional references (letters requested after initial review)
• In the cover letter and other documents, explain why you would thrive teaching at Kenyon and how you will promote an inclusive, culturally and intellectually diverse educational environment; cite specific examples of past accomplishments and prospective ideas.
• Include a personal narrative in the teaching statement about teaching and learning chemistry, showing how students are viewed as learners and describing concrete teaching activities.

• All materials must be submitted electronically through Kenyon's employment website: careers.kenyon.edu

Review of applications will begin on February 28, 2026.

Salaries are competitive and commensurate with experience. Visiting faculty are provided professional development funds, eligible for Kenyon grants, have access to research space, and may supervise undergraduate research students.

Benefits include health and dental insurance, TIAA retirement, and tuition remission programs through the Great Lakes Colleges Association. Details about benefits and conditions of employment are described in the Faculty Handbook.

Kenyon College is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals. The College evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, disability, age, religion, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Kenyon College is committed to an inclusive environment that welcomes all voices and perspectives.

Advertised: 29 Jan 2026 Eastern Standard Time
Applications close:
Open until filled