Lecturer, Organic Chemistry

The Jess and Mildred Fisher College of Science and Mathematics invites applications for a renewable, non-tenure track, 10-month Lecturer position in the Department of Chemistry beginning August 2021.

PhD degree in organic chemistry, or a closely related field is required. Applicants should possess a strong commitment to excellence in teaching, and an interest in organic lab curriculum development.  

A typical teaching load is 24 contact hours (8 courses)/year, with primary teaching responsibilities in both organic chemistry laboratory and lecture. This position will assist in ongoing efforts to update our organic curriculum. The term of the position is initially for 1 year and renewable thereafter for 1 to 3 year terms.

Review of applications begins immediately and continues until the position is filled. Applicants must submit the following to organicsearch@towson.edu as a single PDF file to apply: curriculum vitae, copies of academic transcripts from all institutions attended and statement of teaching philosophy (no longer than 2 pages), including the role of the organic teaching lab. 

Applicants must also arrange for three letters of reference to be sent to organicsearch@towson.edu under separate cover. 

Enquiries about the position should be directed to:

Dr. Anthony Tierno 

Organic Lecturer Search Committee Chair

Department of Chemistry

Towson University

8000 York Road

Towson, MD 21252

atierno@towson.edu 

A Criminal Background Investigation is required for the hired candidate and the results may impact employment. Please note that the search number for which you have applied is FCSM-3421L.