COLLEGE: Natural Sciences and Mathematics
DEPARTMENT: Chemistry Department
POSITION TITLE: Tenure Track Faculty - Chemistry
DEPARTMENT SUMMARY:
The Department of Chemistry at Sacramento State offers an American Chemical Society approved BS Chemistry degree, a BS Biochemistry degree, BA degrees, including concentrations in biochemistry and forensics, and master’s degrees in chemistry, including a biochemistry concentration. Our degree programs include a strong focus on instrumentation and hands-on experience. We place a high value on faculty mentored research for undergraduates and graduate students. Our graduates obtain industry and government jobs in chemistry, biochemistry, and biotechnology; complete PhD programs in all areas of chemistry; complete professional health degrees in medicine, pharmacy, dentistry, and optometry; and teach in high schools in the Sacramento region.
POSITION DETAILS:
We are searching for an individual who is passionate about teaching entry-level chemistry, and is committed to fostering student success. Beyond a commitment to teaching entry-level Chemistry, the successful applicant will contribute to upper-division and MS-level courses in their area of expertise, and develop a research program that engages undergraduate and graduate students.
As a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and awardee of the Seal of Excelencia certification, Sacramento State is hiring a cohort of faculty who will support our commitment to Latinx/e student success during the 2024-25 tenure-track hiring cycle. We are looking for teacher/scholars who have an established commitment to teaching, research, and/or service in and with the Latinx/e community. Successful candidates will have demonstrated two or more of the four Latinx/e Student Success Cohort Hire criteria (see Required Qualifications below).
This is a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor. The classification annual salary range for this position is $71,100.00 - $151,128.00, with an anticipated annual salary of $74,642.00, depending upon qualifications and experience.
JOB DUTIES:
- Teaching courses in entry-level chemistry
- Teaching upper division and graduate courses in the applicant’s area of expertise
- Advising students
- Participating in committee assignments and community service
- Contributing to the development of departmental facilities, programs, and curricula in chemistry and biochemistry
- Developing a program of scholarship in chemistry or biochemistry involving undergraduate and graduate students.
- Aggressively seeking external funding
Normal teaching loads are 3-4 classes per semester (lectures and labs).
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Education: Ph.D. in chemistry or biochemistry completed by August 2025
- Special Knowledge and Abilities: Applicant must possess a strong background in general chemistry and further expertise in a chemistry subdiscipline (Physical, Inorganic, Organic, Biochemistry, Analytical, or Chemical Education). Applicants must have experience and a strong desire to teach entry-level Chemistry, and the ability to teach upper division/master's level lecture courses in their subdiscipline. The applicant must have the ability to develop curricular materials, to instruct students in modern methods/instrumentation, and to develop independent research projects involving undergraduate and graduate students and to compete for external grants.
- Experience: Experience teaching entry-level college chemistry is required. Applicants must have sufficient research experience to be able to develop a research program in chemistry, biochemistry or chemical education.
- Latinx/e Student Success Cohort criteria: Applicants must demonstrate two or more of the following:
- Excellence in teaching Latinx/e students;
- Effective service (e.g., advising, mentoring) to Latinx/e students;
- Research, scholarship, and/or creative artistic expression focused on the Latinx/e community;
- Knowledge (professional background and/or training experiences) that advances our institutional commitment to Latinx/e student success.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Independent teaching experience and the ability to implement teaching strategies to foster student success in entry-level courses.
- The ability to utilize technology or other innovative teaching strategies to improve student success.
- Experience teaching a diverse student population.
- Post-doctoral research/teaching experience.
APPLICANT INSTRUCTIONS:
- Review of applications will begin October 15, 2024 and the position will remain open until filled. Candidates from underrepresented groups in chemistry are strongly encouraged to apply.
- An applicant must submit:
- A letter of application. In the letter, briefly address your ability to meet two or more of the Latinx/e Student Success Cohort criteria (see Required Qualifications above)
- A current curriculum vitae
- A statement of teaching philosophy which includes strategies for insuring student success in entry-level chemistry courses.
- A statement on diversity, equity, and inclusion in teaching and mentoring. Be sure to expand on your ability to meet two or more of the Latinx/e Student Success Cohort criteria (see Required Qualifications above), as mentioned in your cover letter.
- Official undergraduate and graduate transcripts (unofficial transcripts accepted until invited to campus to interview)
- A statement of proposed research appropriate for an undergraduate institution that has MS programs in chemistry
- Three recent letters of reference sent separately
Applications, references, and inquiries should be addressed to:
Dr. Tom Savage, Chair
Department of Chemistry
California State University, Sacramento
6000 J Street
Sacramento, California 95819-6057
E-mail: tjsavage@csus.edu
About Sacramento State
Sacramento State is located in the heart of California’s capital city, five miles from State Capitol. The lush, 300-acre campus is situated along the American River, close to numerous bike trails and other recreational areas. Sacramento, also known as the “Farm-to-Fork Capital,” is one of the most ethnically diverse and livable cities in the country, with a population of half of a million. Sacramento State is a Hispanic and AANAPISI serving institution with about 31,000 students coming not only from the Greater Sacramento Region, but also from across the state, country, and world. Our 1,800 faculty and 1,500 staff are committed to meeting our mission:
“As California’s capital university, we transform lives by preparing students to lead, serve, and succeed. Sacramento State will be a welcoming, caring, and inclusive leader in education, innovation, and engagement.” As the regional hub of higher education, Sacramento State is dedicated to learning and student success; teaching, research, scholarship and creative activity; justice, diversity, equity and inclusion; resource development and sustainability; dedicated community engagement, and wellness and safety.
As evidenced by the values embedded in our Hornet Honor Code, Sacramento State is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all faculty, staff, students, and guests are welcome and valued. Our commitment is more than simply ensuring that our campus is free from bias and discrimination, but is one devoted to celebrating many diverse identities, life experiences, and perspectives that enrich our community, teaching and learning.
To learn more about why you should join the Hornet Family, please visit the Why Sac State? page.
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