LABORATORY INSTRUCTOR

The Department of Chemistry at the University of Pittsburgh (Oakland Campus) invites applications for one Laboratory Instructor position with an anticipated start date of Spring 2025. This position is for two (2), two-term academic years (9-month contract) and is renewable subject to departmental evaluation. The position is outside of the tenure stream and will require administrative and budgetary approval. Review of applications will occur as they are received and will continue until the position is filled.

Minimum qualifications: Applicants should have earned a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in an appropriate discipline from an accredited university. Candidates possessing a special awareness of chemical safety practices and with demonstrated experience teaching university chemistry laboratories are especially desirable.

Job description: The position is within the undergraduate teaching laboratory program which has labs that begin at 8:00am 1 pm, and 6pm. Full-time Laboratory Instructor duties will consist of teaching four laboratory and recitation sections a week (or equivalent), as well as other activities associated with these assignments (such as office hours, grading, etc.). Contributions to the development and improvement of the laboratory curriculum and infrastructure, mentoring graduate student teaching assistants and assisting with the necessary administrative aspects of a vibrant and large laboratory instruction program are also expected of the successful candidate.

Application process: Applicants should provide a cover letter that includes a short summary of qualifications (one page maximum), a resume or curriculum vitae (no page restriction), a statement of teaching preparation and experience commensurate with the position (one page maximum) and a diversity statement. In addition, the names of three persons who can serve as references along with their email address and telephone number should be provided as a separate, stand-alone document.

The Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences is committed to building and fostering a culturally diverse environment. Effective interpersonal and relationship-building skills and ability to work effectively with a wide range of individuals and constituencies in support of a diverse community are required.

Visit our web site, http://www.chem.pitt.edu to learn more about our department.

In addition, the names of two persons who can serve as references along with their email address and telephone number should be provided as a separate, stand-alone document.

The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.

The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.

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