Salary: Depends on Qualifications
Location : Sewanee, TN
Job Type: Visiting Faculty
Job Number: 202100423
Division: College of Arts & Sciences
Department: Chemistry
Opening Date: 02/12/2025
Position Overview
The Chemistry Department of The University of the South invites applications for a one-year Visiting Assistant Professor to begin in August 2025.
Position Description
The Chemistry Department at The University of the South offers majors in both chemistry and biochemistry while also providing support to many other majors. Additionally, we maintain an active research community supported by an extensive suite of modern instrumentation used by faculty and students. The department also deeply values undergraduate research and collaboration opportunities. As such, we will gladly welcome a new community member launching collaborative research endeavors with us or our students.
Attributes of a Successful Candidate
We are seeking highly qualified candidates capable of teaching general chemistry as well as specialized upper-level courses or broad-audience general education courses.
A successful candidate will ideally have a doctorate in Chemistry by the date of appointment; however, applicants currently completing their degree will also be considered.
To apply, please submit:

• a cover letter, please include your teaching philosophy and experience supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion as part of your cover letter.
• curriculum vitae,
• and the contact information for a minimum of three reference letter writers.
• If the candidate desires, they can send an optional short statement describing research plans that clearly explain how the work will be meaningful for undergraduate researchers.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds whose teaching, research, or service will contribute to the culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion in our department and college.
Applications should be submitted directly via the institution's hiring portal.
Questions about the position can be directed to the Chair of the Chemistry Department, F.B. Williams Professor of Chemistry Robert Bachman ( ).
Supplemental Information
The University of the South, commonly known as Sewanee, comprises a nationally ranked residential College of Arts and Sciences and a School of Theology. The University is strongly committed to the values of intellectual inquiry, diversity, equity, and inclusion, and living and serving in community. Situated on 13,000 acres atop Tennessee's Cumberland Plateau, Sewanee is known for its stunning natural beauty while providing easy access to Chattanooga, Nashville, and Huntsville. The University is affiliated with the Episcopal Church and seeks to help employees of all backgrounds and identities flourish.
If you have questions about a position, the University application process, or if you are a person with a disability and would like to request an accommodation in the application and interview process please contact Human Resources at 931.598.1381 or email us at
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