Instructor of Chemistry

Job Description: 
The Department of Chemistry at York College of Pennsylvania is seeking a Chemistry Instructor position to begin August 2025. The instructor will primarily be responsible for teaching general chemistry lectures and labs to science, health science, and engineering majors. These courses will likely be offered in the daytime but some evening laboratory sections may be required. Potential courses include General Chemistry I lecture (CHM 134), General Chemistry I lab (CHM 135), General Chemistry II lab (CHM 137), Principles of General and Organic Chemistry lab (CHM 123), and our general education course, Perspectives of the Molecular World lecture and lab (CHM240/241). General Chemistry I Lecture and lab include an introduction to stoichiometry, atomic structure, chemical bonding, properties and reactions of inorganic compounds, introductory thermodynamics, acids and bases, and oxidation-reduction reactions. The CHM 123 lab partners with CHM 122, a general/organic/biochemistry course for students seeking careers in related fields (i.e. nursing, environmental horticulture, exercise science). 
The instructor will be responsible for facilitating in-class instruction and grading, and will be expected to work collaboratively with a team of professors teaching these courses. A common textbook, homework platform, and lab manual will be adopted by the instructor, as a member of the team of faculty. Additional duties may involve working with industry partners in continued support of the Chemistry Department’s Industry Advisory Council (CIAC). Prior teaching experience is preferred. A Master’s degree in chemistry, biochemistry, chemical education or a closely related field is required. Successful candidates will demonstrate an ability to communicate effectively, organize laboratory work, and exhibit excellent management and interpersonal skills. College and departmental service is expected, such as engagement in monthly meetings and recruitment events.  

• Facilitate in-class instruction and grading for chemistry laboratory and/or lecture courses
• Work collaboratively with a team of professors who also teach these courses
• Effectively communicate with students and colleagues
• Organize and manage laboratory experiments
• Serve the college and department through interactions with industry partners to support the Chemistry Department’s Industry Advisory Council (CIAC)
• Maintain a culture of safety, which aligns with the mission of the department
• Attend monthly department meetings and occasionally participate in other service activities such as recruitment events. 

• A Master’s degree in chemistry, biochemistry, chemical education or a closely related field is required.  
• Prior teaching experience is preferred.

Graduate transcripts should be uploaded along with a cover letter, resume and 3 references.