What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Professor of Biochemistry position at Chatham University?
Chatham University is seeking applications for a full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor of Biochemistry for the 2025-26 academic year.
Chatham University strives to promote a campus environment that understands and embraces multiculturalism while increasing individuals' intercultural competence. We actively work to build and sustain a diverse and culturally vibrant campus, which promotes employee and student success and retention. Learn more at: https://www.chatham.edu/mission-and-values/diversity-and-inclusion/index.html.
Primary Responsibilities
Applications are accepted only via www.chatham.edu/careers (direct link is https://chatham.applicantpro.com/jobs/3637046) and follow the instructions to complete the application process. To ensure full consideration, please include:
All application materials should be uploaded at the same time at the time of application. The system will not allow applicants to make edits to their applications after submission.
About Chatham
Chatham's mission is: "to prepare students to build lives of purpose, value and fulfilling work...by preparing graduates to be informed and engaged citizens in their communities; to recognize and respect diversity of culture, identity, and opinion; and to live sustainably." Building on this mission, Chatham is committed to creating a supportive and inclusive learning, living and working environment for all members of the campus community.
Founded in 1869, Chatham University has an enrollment of over 2,200 students across over 60 undergraduate and graduate programs in our areas of excellence: sustainability & health, the arts & sciences and business & communications. Chatham has consistently been named a College of Distinction and a "Best College" by U.S. News & World Report, and-as the alma mater of environmental icon, Rachel Carson (Class of '29)-is perennially ranked as one of the greenest colleges in the United States by Sierra Magazine and the Princeton Review.
Located in Pittsburgh, PA-one of the country's most livable cities and great college towns-Chatham is spread across three distinct locations: the historic arboretum, Shadyside Campus; Chatham Eastside in the fast-growing East End; and Eden Hall Campus, one of the world's most sustainable campuses.
Chatham University is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a strong commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equity. Persons of color, women, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and members of other underrepresented groups are highly encouraged to apply. Chatham University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, or national origin.
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Chatham University strives to promote a campus environment that understands and embraces multiculturalism while increasing individuals' intercultural competence. We actively work to build and sustain a diverse and culturally vibrant campus, which promotes employee and student success and retention. Learn more at: https://www.chatham.edu/mission-and-values/diversity-and-inclusion/index.html.
Primary Responsibilities
- Teaching general chemistry, biochemistry I & II, an advanced biochemical techniques laboratory course, and other courses in the candidate's area of expertise that align with departmental teaching needs.
- Develop and maintain an active research program that ideally incorporates undergraduate and graduate (MS Biology) students.
- Additional responsibilities include participation in university and department events, committees, and academic advising, as needed.
- This position will report to the Chair of the Science Department and Dean of the School of Arts, Science and Business, and be responsible for carrying out assignments including:
- Teaching 18 credit hours/6 courses over 9 months.
- Engaging in research with an active scholarly agenda.
- Academic Advising to science majors.
- Participating in University and Department events and committees as needed.
- Completion of a PhD in biochemistry, chemistry, or a closely related field is required. ABD-PhD candidates with expected degree completion dates before September 2025 are encouraged to apply. Preference may be given to those individuals with college teaching and mentoring experience.
- Candidates with professional and/or lived experiences that advance the university's commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion will be prioritized.
Applications are accepted only via www.chatham.edu/careers (direct link is https://chatham.applicantpro.com/jobs/3637046) and follow the instructions to complete the application process. To ensure full consideration, please include:
- Cover Letter outlining your qualifications for the position
- Curriculum Vitae or Resume
- Contact information for three professional references.
- Statement addressing their teaching philosophy
- Statement detailing their proposed research agenda
- Statement demonstrating a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in academics.
All application materials should be uploaded at the same time at the time of application. The system will not allow applicants to make edits to their applications after submission.
About Chatham
Chatham's mission is: "to prepare students to build lives of purpose, value and fulfilling work...by preparing graduates to be informed and engaged citizens in their communities; to recognize and respect diversity of culture, identity, and opinion; and to live sustainably." Building on this mission, Chatham is committed to creating a supportive and inclusive learning, living and working environment for all members of the campus community.
Founded in 1869, Chatham University has an enrollment of over 2,200 students across over 60 undergraduate and graduate programs in our areas of excellence: sustainability & health, the arts & sciences and business & communications. Chatham has consistently been named a College of Distinction and a "Best College" by U.S. News & World Report, and-as the alma mater of environmental icon, Rachel Carson (Class of '29)-is perennially ranked as one of the greenest colleges in the United States by Sierra Magazine and the Princeton Review.
Located in Pittsburgh, PA-one of the country's most livable cities and great college towns-Chatham is spread across three distinct locations: the historic arboretum, Shadyside Campus; Chatham Eastside in the fast-growing East End; and Eden Hall Campus, one of the world's most sustainable campuses.
Chatham University is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a strong commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equity. Persons of color, women, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and members of other underrepresented groups are highly encouraged to apply. Chatham University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, or national origin.
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