Job Description

Posting Details

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WSU's Commitment to Equal Opportunity
Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment welcoming to all individuals. We strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy (see Weber State University's Policy and Procedure Manual 3-32).
Position Information

Position Title

Instructor Chemistry

Requisition Number

F00509P

Description

The Chemistry Department at Weber State University is accepting applications from individuals committed to teaching in the laboratory and classroom at the undergraduate level for a full-time, one-year appointment at the instructor rank, with full benefits, beginning July 2026. Specific assignments will include instruction of lower-division general chemistry and/or organic chemistry courses, along with associated lab courses in the Fall semester 2026 and the Spring semester 2027. The department welcomes applicants from any subdiscipline of chemistry. Our department is committed to providing mentoring and support to individuals in these positions, with the goal of further developing their teaching skills and enhancing their prospects for future employment.

Job Duties

Duties

Successful candidates will join a collaborative department committed to high-quality undergraduate instruction. Primary teaching responsibilities will be in lower-division, service-oriented chemistry courses, including:General Education courses (1100-series), Introductory Chemistry courses (1200-series), Organic Chemistry, and General/Organic Chemistry Laboratory Classes
Additional instructional responsibilities may be assigned based on departmental needs and the candidate's expertise.

Required Qualifications

Required

A master's degree in Chemistry or a closely related field Ability or potential to teach undergraduate lecture and laboratory courses effectively

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred

PhD in Chemistry or a closely related field Experience teaching lower-division or introductory laboratory courses Experience teaching lower division or introductory lecture classes with a commitment to student success and active learning techniques Commitment to student success and active learning techniques Strong communication and organizational skills

A successful candidate will be willing to

Additional desired qualities

A desire to work collaboratively with members of the Department A strong commitment to undergraduate teaching and student success Flexibility to teach across various chemistry disciplines in lower division/introductory level courses Ability to safely supervise laboratory classes

Background Check?

Yes

Benefits Summary

WSU offers a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, long-term disability, life insurance, retirement, a wellness program with release time and paid incentives, tuition benefits, free tickets to athletic and performing arts events, and paid holidays.

Full/Part Time

Full Time


Posting Detail Information

Open Date

01/13/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Notes to Applicant

If you are passionate about what you could offer and accomplish here at WSU, we would love to hear from you. The position comes with a generous

benefits package

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To apply, please complete the online application and attach a cover letter, current CV, teaching philosophy statement, and the names and contact information for three professional references. Application materials should address the required and preferred qualifications of the position.



Screening of applications will begin February 6, 2026. Position will remain open until filled.



Criminal background check required as a condition of employment.

ADA Essential Job Function

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ADA Essential Job Function

Physical Activity of this position

Expressing or exchanging ideas. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important instructions to other workers accurately or quickly. , Ability to receive detailed information with or without assistance.

Physical Requirements of this position

Light work. Exerting up to 20 lbs of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs of force frequently and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Use of arm and/or leg controls exerting forces greater than that for sedentary work.

Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision.

Required to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; using a computer terminal; extensive reading.

The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position.

None. The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as in typical office or administrative work).