What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instructor of Chemistry position at Louisiana State University?
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Job Posting Title:
Instructor of Chemistry
Position Type:
Faculty
Department:
LSUA ASA - Mathematics and Physical Sciences (Nathan J Sammons (00007928))
Work Location:
LSU - Alexandria
Pay Grade:
Academic
Job Description:
The Department of Chemistry and Physics at Louisiana State University at Alexandria invites applications for a full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Chemistry. This is a 9-month position to begin in August 2026. This position focuses on providing high quality instruction in undergraduate chemistry courses both on campus and online.
The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. in Chemistry with teaching experience in a wide range of areas, including General, Analytical, & Instrumental Analysis. The opportunity exists to develop additional upper-level classes in the candidate's area of expertise.
Responsibilities: Typical duties include but are not limited to:
- Develops and teaches lecture and laboratory courses as assigned, both in-person and online.
- Maintain high standards of instruction and utilize innovative teaching methods to support student success.
- Mentors undergraduate research for students in chemistry
- Maintains high standards of instruction
- Regularly keeps office hours and is receptive to students both in person and electronically
- Offers quality academic advising to students on academic and career-related matters
- Actively serves on university committees and participates in institutional meetings
- Contributes to curriculum development and review processes to ensure alignment with academic goals.
- Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor
This position entails sixty percent teaching, twenty percent scholarly activities, and twenty percent community/university service.
For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or other details about the position, please contact humanresources@lsua.edu.
Additional Job Description:
Competencies:
NoneSpecial Instructions:
Application Instructions:Please submit application, uploading the following as a single PDF: (1) cover letter, (2) CV that includes contact information for three references, (3) teaching philosophy, (4) short statement on research interests and how you would incorporate undergraduate students,
(5) unofficial transcripts.
Official transcripts, three letters of recommendation, and background check are required before a candidate can be hired.
Skills Needed:
Preferred Skills:
Posting Date:
July 17, 2026
Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
Additional Position Information:
Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.
Benefits - LSUA offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!
Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.
Essential Position (Y/N):
LSUA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
HCM Contact Information:
Questions or concerns can be directed to the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 318-473-6401 or emailed hr@lsua.edu
Benefits:
Vacation & Paid Time Off, Health Insurance, Sick Leave