ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF CHEMISTRY
CHEMISTRY DEPARTMENT
TENURE TRACK
START DATE: JULY 1, 2012
Application review will begin on October 24, 2011. The position will remain open and applications reviewed until filled.
Founded in 1890, Whitworth has been consistently ranked among the top regional colleges and universities in the West. In its strong liberal arts undergraduate education and graduate programs, Whitworth combines the Christian heritage of the University, its commitment to academic rigor and its long-standing orientation toward human service. A community of Christian scholars carries out the college's mission "to provide its diverse student body an education of the mind and heart."
The Chemistry department at Whitworth University provides a stimulating environment in which students can use the latest technology in course and lab work, and also have opportunities for advanced research. The department provides faculty and students access to modern instrumentation including a multinuclear 400 MHz NMR spectrometer, GC/MS, DSC, a high through-put HPLC system with autosampler, a fluorimeter, several UV-Vis and IR spectrometers, and various other instruments supporting individual research projects. The chemistry department is located in the newly opened Robinson Science Hall, a 63,000 ft. facility with state-of-the-art laboratories, instrumentation and research facilities for students and faculty. Classrooms are equipped with computerized teaching stations and demonstration podiums. The small class sizes typical in the department encourage students to become active learners in their own education, and helps foster close relationships between students and faculty members.
The Chemistry department is thriving and growing as supported by student demand and the University's strategic plan. In the last few years, the number of chemistry students has increased 60% and typically 15-20 students graduate with a chemistry major each year. In addition, several new faculty have joined the department, bringing a fresh perspective and energy to the program.
PRIMARY TEACHING RESPONSIBILITIES:
Primary teaching responsibilities include Organic Chemistry courses and laboratories in the fall and spring semesters; other teaching assignments may include the Biochemistry course or labs, a non-majors level or advanced chemistry topics course in applicant's area of expertise during the January Term; additional teaching assignments may include bioorganic (for health science students), CORE 350, seminar, or other laboratories. The typical teaching load is one course and four laboratories or two courses and two laboratories each fall and spring semester and a three-credit course in January.
OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:
Participate in departmental and university-wide governance, faculty development activities, and advising. Establish and maintain a viable research program that can incorporate undergraduate students.
QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
1. Ph.D. in Chemistry (ABD with degree completion by August 15, 2012 may be considered)
2. The ability and desire to teach sophomore level organic chemistry and non-majors courses as well as upper division electives
3. Demonstrated potential as a university level teacher, possessing strong relational skills with students and colleagues
4. A commitment to science education in a liberal arts setting and working with a broad student population to explore the nature of the scientific enterprise and the interaction between science and society
5. Demonstrated potential to produce research and scholarship
6. A personal commitment to the Christian faith and to the integration of faith and learning
7. Must meet eligibility requirements to work in the United States by the time the appointment is scheduled to begin and continue to work legally for the duration of a tenure-track appointment
8. Must be able to communicate effectively in English
9. The ability and desire to establish positive working relationships regardless of race, gender, physical limitation, or religious belief
10. A commitment to equal opportunity for all persons
11. A commitment to the educational mission of Whitworth as a Christian liberal arts university affiliated with the Presbyterian Church (USA)
12. Background check required
APPLICATION PROCESS:
Please submit the following required application documents:
1. A letter of interest
2. Your curriculum vita
3. The names, addresses, telephone numbers and email addresses of three references who are able to evaluate your teaching (recommendations will be requested after the applicant pool has been narrowed)
4. Your graduate and undergraduate transcripts (may be unofficial)
5. A two page description of research interests and how you will involve undergraduates in research
6. Qualified applicants selected for a phone interview will also be asked to provide a one page reflection on teaching philosophy
7. Three recent student course evaluations or a note confirming they are unavailable
8. Faculty faith essay (information on writing the essay is available at www.whitworth.edu/facultyfaithessay)
CHEMISTRY DEPARTMENT
TENURE TRACK
START DATE: JULY 1, 2012
Application review will begin on October 24, 2011. The position will remain open and applications reviewed until filled.
Founded in 1890, Whitworth has been consistently ranked among the top regional colleges and universities in the West. In its strong liberal arts undergraduate education and graduate programs, Whitworth combines the Christian heritage of the University, its commitment to academic rigor and its long-standing orientation toward human service. A community of Christian scholars carries out the college's mission "to provide its diverse student body an education of the mind and heart."
The Chemistry department at Whitworth University provides a stimulating environment in which students can use the latest technology in course and lab work, and also have opportunities for advanced research. The department provides faculty and students access to modern instrumentation including a multinuclear 400 MHz NMR spectrometer, GC/MS, DSC, a high through-put HPLC system with autosampler, a fluorimeter, several UV-Vis and IR spectrometers, and various other instruments supporting individual research projects. The chemistry department is located in the newly opened Robinson Science Hall, a 63,000 ft. facility with state-of-the-art laboratories, instrumentation and research facilities for students and faculty. Classrooms are equipped with computerized teaching stations and demonstration podiums. The small class sizes typical in the department encourage students to become active learners in their own education, and helps foster close relationships between students and faculty members.
The Chemistry department is thriving and growing as supported by student demand and the University's strategic plan. In the last few years, the number of chemistry students has increased 60% and typically 15-20 students graduate with a chemistry major each year. In addition, several new faculty have joined the department, bringing a fresh perspective and energy to the program.
PRIMARY TEACHING RESPONSIBILITIES:
Primary teaching responsibilities include Organic Chemistry courses and laboratories in the fall and spring semesters; other teaching assignments may include the Biochemistry course or labs, a non-majors level or advanced chemistry topics course in applicant's area of expertise during the January Term; additional teaching assignments may include bioorganic (for health science students), CORE 350, seminar, or other laboratories. The typical teaching load is one course and four laboratories or two courses and two laboratories each fall and spring semester and a three-credit course in January.
OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:
Participate in departmental and university-wide governance, faculty development activities, and advising. Establish and maintain a viable research program that can incorporate undergraduate students.
QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
1. Ph.D. in Chemistry (ABD with degree completion by August 15, 2012 may be considered)
2. The ability and desire to teach sophomore level organic chemistry and non-majors courses as well as upper division electives
3. Demonstrated potential as a university level teacher, possessing strong relational skills with students and colleagues
4. A commitment to science education in a liberal arts setting and working with a broad student population to explore the nature of the scientific enterprise and the interaction between science and society
5. Demonstrated potential to produce research and scholarship
6. A personal commitment to the Christian faith and to the integration of faith and learning
7. Must meet eligibility requirements to work in the United States by the time the appointment is scheduled to begin and continue to work legally for the duration of a tenure-track appointment
8. Must be able to communicate effectively in English
9. The ability and desire to establish positive working relationships regardless of race, gender, physical limitation, or religious belief
10. A commitment to equal opportunity for all persons
11. A commitment to the educational mission of Whitworth as a Christian liberal arts university affiliated with the Presbyterian Church (USA)
12. Background check required
APPLICATION PROCESS:
Please submit the following required application documents:
1. A letter of interest
2. Your curriculum vita
3. The names, addresses, telephone numbers and email addresses of three references who are able to evaluate your teaching (recommendations will be requested after the applicant pool has been narrowed)
4. Your graduate and undergraduate transcripts (may be unofficial)
5. A two page description of research interests and how you will involve undergraduates in research
6. Qualified applicants selected for a phone interview will also be asked to provide a one page reflection on teaching philosophy
7. Three recent student course evaluations or a note confirming they are unavailable
8. Faculty faith essay (information on writing the essay is available at www.whitworth.edu/facultyfaithessay)
