Chatham University

Chatham University

Assistant Professor of Biochemistry, Tenure-Track Faculty Position Science Department, Chatham University

Pittsburgh, PA, USA

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About the role

  • Chatham University welcomes your interest in employment opportunities and encourages you to review open positions.
  • Please note that Chatham does not accept unsolicited applications.
  • Assistant Professor of Biochemistry The Science Department at Chatham University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Biochemistry to begin August 9, 2027.

Responsibilities

  • Maintain a productive scholarly agenda appropriate to a primarily undergraduate institution.
  • Develop and maintain an active research program involving undergraduate students and, where appropriate, graduate students.
  • Support curriculum development, assessment, advising, departmental and University service.
  • Ability to develop a sustainable research program involving students.

Requirements

  • Ability to teach biochemistry lecture and laboratory courses.

Nice to have

  • Experience as the instructor of record for biochemistry or molecular biology courses.
  • Experience teaching laboratory-based courses.
  • Experience mentoring undergraduate or graduate student research.
  • Postdoctoral or industry-equivalent experience.
  • Research expertise that complements existing departmental strengths
  • Familiarity with ACS expectations for chemistry and biochemistry programs.
  • Cover letter addressing teaching, research, and fit with Chatham's Science Department.
  • Curriculum Vitae

Compensation

  • Teach an annual load of 18 credits (approximately 6 courses).

Benefits

  • Advise undergraduate students in biochemistry, chemistry, biology, pre-health, and related pathways.
  • Ability to contribute to general chemistry, genetics,organic chemistry, molecular biology, cell biology, or health-related curricula.
  • Optional discussion of practices that support equity and inclusion within other application materials.
  • The department emphasizes strong foundational science instruction, experiential learning, undergraduate research, student-centered advising, and preparation for graduate and professional study.
  • Equal Opportunity Employer with a strong commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equity.

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