Instructor of Chemistry
Job Location:
Rock Hill, SC - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not provided by the employer
Posted:
11 September 2026 (Yesterday)
Application Deadline:
9 December 2026
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Description
Winthrop University is seeking applicants with expertise in organic or biochemistry for a multi-year non-tenure-track Instructor of Chemistry position with employment to begin August 2027. The Chemistry Department ( ) hosts ACS -approved and ASBMB -accredited chemistry and biochemistry undergraduate programs focused on student professional development and career readiness. The department offers small classes with rigorous innovative curricula and emphasizes year-round engagement in national-caliber undergraduate research. The successful candidate will join a collegial team of 10 other chemistry/biochemistry faculty and two support scientists housed in modern facilities including newly renovated teaching labs and excellent instrumentation for teaching and research. Review of applications will begin on October 23 2026. Application materials received after this date may be considered if an acceptable candidate has not been found.
Required Qualifications
MS and/or PhD including 18 graduate hours in chemistry biochemistry or closely related discipline Strong background and demonstrated ability to teach undergraduate General Chemistry lecture and lab as well as introductory organic or biochemistry coursework Exceptional interpersonal skills and strong personal ethics for mentorship of students for working in a team-oriented environment and for sparking enthusiasm for chemistry Demonstrated passion for teaching curriculum development and working with students
Preferred Qualifications
Two or more years of chemistry/biochemistry teaching experience is preferred ideally as instructor of record (i.e. lead instructor)
Winthrop University is seeking applicants with expertise in organic or biochemistry for a multi-year non-tenure-track Instructor of Chemistry position with employment to begin August 2027. The Chemistry Department ( ) hosts ACS -approved and ASBMB -accredited chemistry and biochemistry undergraduate programs focused on student professional development and career readiness. The department offers small classes with rigorous innovative curricula and emphasizes year-round engagement in national-caliber undergraduate research. The successful candidate will join a collegial team of 10 other chemistry/biochemistry faculty and two support scientists housed in modern facilities including newly renovated teaching labs and excellent instrumentation for teaching and research. Review of applications will begin on October 23 2026. Application materials received after this date may be considered if an acceptable candidate has not been found.
Required Qualifications
MS and/or PhD including 18 graduate hours in chemistry biochemistry or closely related discipline Strong background and demonstrated ability to teach undergraduate General Chemistry lecture and lab as well as introductory organic or biochemistry coursework Exceptional interpersonal skills and strong personal ethics for mentorship of students for working in a team-oriented environment and for sparking enthusiasm for chemistry Demonstrated passion for teaching curriculum development and working with students
Preferred Qualifications
Two or more years of chemistry/biochemistry teaching experience is preferred ideally as instructor of record (i.e. lead instructor)
Required Experience:
IC