Visiting Assistant Teaching Professor, Chemistry

Visiting Assistant Teaching Professor, Chemistry Position Type Faculty Faculty Track Non Tenure Employment Status Full Time Months 9 Campus Biddeford, ME Description The School of Molecular and Physical Sciences (SMAPS) in the College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) at the University of New England (UNE) invites applications for a one-year, full-time Visiting Assistant Teaching Professor in chemistry, starting in August 2026. The successful candidate will join a collegial, engaged team of faculty and professional staff in a school offering programs in Biochemistry, Biophysics, Chemistry, and Laboratory Science. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. To apply for this position, please submit the following materials: Cover letter Curriculum vitae A statement of teaching interests and philosophy (up to 2 pages). Names and contact information for three professional references. For more information please visit the School website at https://www.une.edu/cas/schools/molecular-physical-sciences or contact the School Director, Dr. Amy Deveau at adeveau@une.edu . About the University of New England UNE is Maine's largest private university, with two beautiful coastal campuses in Maine, a one-of-a-kind study-abroad campus in Tangier, Morocco, and an array of flexible online offerings. In an uncommonly welcoming and supportive community, we offer hands-on learning, empowering students to positively impact a world full of challenges. We are the state's top provider of health professionals and home to Maine's only medical and dental colleges, a variety of other interprofessionally aligned health care programs, and nationally recognized programs in the marine sciences, the natural and social sciences, business, the humanities, and the arts. Benefits Overview Multiple health and dental plan options, plus vision coverage. Up to 8% retirement plan match. Generous leave time, including MEPL, sick, and personal time.

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UNE tuition waiver for employees, spouses, and domestic partners. UNE tuition waiver for dependents of employees with 1 year of full-time service. 50% tuition reduction if less than 1 year of full-time service. For more information about our outstanding benefits, please visit: UNE Benefits Overview . Responsibilities The school seeks candidates to teach lectures and laboratory classes for undergraduates in the two-semester general chemistry sequence. Candidates will also be expected to contribute to the teaching of biochemistry and/or organic chemistry, as well as additional courses in their area(s) of expertise based on the needs of the school and college. The typical teaching load is the equivalent of 12 credits per semester. The successful candidate will demonstrate the capacity for excellence in teaching, and also engage in curriculum development and participate in academic advising, recruiting, course and program assessment, and service to the school, college and university. Qualifications A master's degree in chemistry or a closely related field is required at the time of appointment; preference will be given to candidate with a Ph.D. and/or those with a combination of education and professional experience that provide commensurate qualifications. Applicants with training in organic chemistry, biochemistry, green chemistry, analytical chemistry, toxicology and/or biotechnology are encouraged to apply, as are those who can contribute to course development in areas of applied chemistry that complement current university growth areas. Individuals committed to teaching with inclusive pedagogies that promote active engagement to foster student learning are encouraged to apply. EEO Statement Summary Consistent with federal and state law and University policy, the University of New England is committed to the fundamental concept of equal opportunity for all of the members of the University community. The University prohibits, and will not tolerate, discrimination in employment, the provision of academic services or in any other area of University life based on race, color, sex, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, ethnicity, genetic information, HIV status, or status as a veteran. Prohibited bias factors should not motivate decisions regarding students, employees, applicants for admission, applicants for employment, contractors, volunteers or participants in and/or users of institutional programs, services, and activities. COVID Vaccination Statement (PLEASE NOTE) Employees in clinical settings must meet the State of Maine's immunization requirements for clinical activity. Posting Number 2022F0298P Close Date Open Until Filled Yes To apply, visit https://une.peopleadmin.com/postings/25325 jeid-ce805bc388aebe41a774301840c20ad9