Vassar College
Lecturer in Chemistry
Department: Chemistry Department
Posting Removal Date:
Posting Number: F121P
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About Vassar College
Vassar is a highly selective, coeducational liberal arts college of
about 2400 undergraduate students, located in the Hudson Valley,
seventy-five miles north of New York City. Vassar stands upon the
homelands of
the Munsee Lenape. The College is located in
Poughkeepsie, home to a culturally diverse community, and benefits
from convenient commuter rail access to New York City. Vassar
faculty are committed teachers/scholars who bring research and
creative discovery to life for students in classrooms, labs, and
studios and in individually-mentored projects. They teach broadly
in the curricula of their departments, advise students, and serve
on college-wide and departmental committees. The College maintains
a generous leave policy, provides strong support for research, and
encourages multidisciplinary approaches to teaching.
Position Introduction
The Department of Chemistry at Vassar College invites applications
for a 3-year renewable position at the rank of a Lecturer,
beginning in August 2025.
AA Statement
Vassar College is an affirmative action and equal opportunity
employer with a strong commitment to increasing the diversity of
the campus community and the curriculum, and promoting an
environment of equality, inclusion, and respect for difference.
Candidates who can contribute to this goal through their teaching,
advising, and other activities are encouraged to identify their
strengths and experiences in this area. Individuals from groups
whose underrepresentation in the American professoriate has been
severe and longstanding are particularly encouraged to apply.
Position Description
We seek a full-time colleague to teach lectures and
laboratories in the Organic Chemistry program. Candidates should
have a PhD in chemistry with demonstrated interest in and/or
expertise in pedagogy and a strong commitment to working in a
collaborative team environment. The position is a 3-year renewable
appointment. The teaching load is 5 courses per academic year and
involves active participation in curriculum development within the
department.
Salary Wage Range
Pay Transparency Disclosure: The annual base starting salary range
for this position is $87,000 to $91,000 (USD). This range includes
new lecturer appointments beginning the first year of a standard
3-year contract (renewable) as well as Lecturers with previous
teaching experience. When extending an offer of employment, Vassar
College considers factors such as (but not limited to) candidate’s
education/training, work experience, internal peer equity, as well
as market and organizational considerations. This salary range
represents the College’s good faith and reasonable estimate at the
time of posting. The starting salary for a Lecture with a PhD
beginning the first year of a standard 3-year contract in Fall 2025
is $91,000.
How to Apply
Applicants should submit a cover letter, CV, undergraduate and
graduate transcripts (an unofficial copy is acceptable for initial
application), statement of teaching philosophy, a personal
statement, a statement highlighting contributions to or future
plans for promoting diversity and inclusion through teaching and
other involvements (additional information can be found at
https://offices.vassar.edu/dean-of-the-faculty/positions/candidate-diversity-statement/),
and names of three people willing to provide a letter of reference
upon request.
Apply online at: https://employment.vassar.edu/postings/4054.
Please direct any questions about the position to Dr. Sarjit Kaur,
Chair of Chemistry (sakaur@vassar.edu). Review of
applications will begin October 15, 2024 and will continue until
the position is filled. There is no guarantee that applications
received after October 15, 2024 will be reviewed.
Special Instructions to Applicants
To Apply
All applicants must apply online at: https://employment.vassar.edu/postings/4054.
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Posted: Sept. 13, 2024, 9:09 a.m.
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