What are the responsibilities and job description for the Visiting Assistant Professor of Chemistry (2 positions to be filled) position at Inside Higher Ed?
Position Title
Visiting Assistant Professor of Chemistry (2 positions to be filled)
Requisition
202600028F
Rank
Visiting Assistant Professor
FLSA Status
Exempt
Hiring Salary
Commensurate with education and experience.
Position Type
Full-Time Non-Tenure Track
College
College of Science & Engineering Technology
Department
Dept of Chemistry
Open Date
03/09/2026
Quicklink
https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/46515
Contact Name
Dr. Dustin E. Gross
Title
Department of Chemistry
Sam Houston State University
Box 2117
Huntsville, TX 77341
Contact Phone
936-294-1532
Duties Performed In The Usual Course Of The Job
The Visiting Assistant Professor of Chemistry will be expected to teach organic chemistry and/or general chemistry.
This is a one-year position for Fall 26 and Spring 27.
Educational Requirements For The Position
A Ph.D. in Chemistry is preferred, although a Master’s degree with 18 graduate hours of chemistry would be considered.
Other Requirements For The Position
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Special Instructions Summary
References provided in the references section of the application will receive an automated email request at the time the application is submitted.
Review of application materials will begin March 25, 2026. The position will begin September 2026.
Contingent upon funding, it may be possible to extend the position for a second year.
Open Until Filled
Yes
EEO Statement
Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code
Visiting Assistant Professor of Chemistry (2 positions to be filled)
Requisition
202600028F
Rank
Visiting Assistant Professor
FLSA Status
Exempt
Hiring Salary
Commensurate with education and experience.
Position Type
Full-Time Non-Tenure Track
College
College of Science & Engineering Technology
Department
Dept of Chemistry
Open Date
03/09/2026
Quicklink
https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/46515
Contact Name
Dr. Dustin E. Gross
Title
Department of Chemistry
Sam Houston State University
Box 2117
Huntsville, TX 77341
Contact Phone
936-294-1532
Duties Performed In The Usual Course Of The Job
The Visiting Assistant Professor of Chemistry will be expected to teach organic chemistry and/or general chemistry.
This is a one-year position for Fall 26 and Spring 27.
Educational Requirements For The Position
A Ph.D. in Chemistry is preferred, although a Master’s degree with 18 graduate hours of chemistry would be considered.
Other Requirements For The Position
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Special Instructions Summary
References provided in the references section of the application will receive an automated email request at the time the application is submitted.
Review of application materials will begin March 25, 2026. The position will begin September 2026.
Contingent upon funding, it may be possible to extend the position for a second year.
Open Until Filled
Yes
EEO Statement
Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code
- 51.215.