What are the responsibilities and job description for the Visiting Assistant Professor of Chemistry position at Wofford College?
The Department of Chemistry at Wofford College, a private liberal arts institution in Spartanburg, South Carolina, invites applications for a one-year, full-time Visiting Assistant Professor position in Chemistry, beginning in August 2026. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses in general chemistry, including both lecture and laboratory sections, as well as the department’s Science in Context course, and potentially environmental chemistry if this is an area of the candidate's expertise. We seek candidates who have demonstrated enthusiasm for working closely with undergraduate students in a supportive, collaborative learning environment. A Ph.D. in Chemistry, or a closely related field, is required. Candidates who are ABD by the August 2026 start date are encouraged to apply. This one-year, non-tenure-track position is a replacement hire for faculty on sabbatical. This is an opportunity for faculty to gain teaching experience while receiving supportive mentorship from the Wofford Chemistry faculty and the College. For consideration, please apply via the Wofford Careers Page and include the following application materials: a cover letter a curriculum vitae academic transcripts (unofficial) a statement of teaching philosophy that addresses their approach to engaging undergraduates in both classroom and laboratory settings contact information for three references Review of applications will begin on November 21 and continue until the position is filled. Questions regarding the position may be directed to: Caleb Arrington (ArringtonCA@Wofford.edu) ABOUT WOFFORD COLLEGE Wofford College, established in 1854, is a private liberal arts residential college located a few blocks north of downtown Spartanburg, South Carolina. Wofford offers 27 major fields of study to a student body of nearly 1,800 undergraduates and is nationally known for the strength of its academic program, outstanding faculty, and study abroad participation. Wofford is home to one of the nation’s 290 Phi Beta Kappa chapters. The college community supports 19 NCAA Division I athletics teams and numerous student organizations, including honor societies, professional organizations, faith-based organizations, Greek life, and club sports. SPARTANBURG, SOUTH CAROLINA Spartanburg is in upstate South Carolina, 30 miles east of Greenville, South Carolina, an hour from Charlotte, North Carolina, and three hours east of Atlanta, Georgia. Historic Charleston and the South Carolina coast are three hours away, and Wofford sits an hour south of the artistic, culinary hub of Asheville, North Carolina. Spartanburg is a growing, diverse community that supports six colleges and universities, as well as numerous civic arts and cultural EEO STATEMENT Wofford College values diversity within our students, faculty and staff and strives to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people. Wofford College does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For information about Wofford’s Title IX compliance, visit wofford.edu/administration/title-ix. It is the policy of Wofford College to provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities for employment. If you require any accommodations to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact HumanResources@Wofford.edu. WOFFORD COLLEGE Wofford College, established in 1854, is a private liberal arts residential college located a few blocks north of downtown Spartanburg, South Carolina. Wofford offers 27 major fields of study to a student body of nearly 1,800 undergraduates and is nationally known for the strength of its academic program, outstanding faculty, and study abroad participation. Wofford is home to one of the nation’s 290 Phi Beta Kappa chapters. The college community supports 19 NCAA Division I athletics teams and numerous student organizations, including honor societies, professional organizations, faith-based organizations, Greek life, and club sports. SPARTANBURG, SOUTH CAROLINA Spartanburg is in upstate South Carolina, 30 miles east of Greenville, South Carolina, an hour from Charlotte, North Carolina, and three hours east of Atlanta, Georgia. Historic Charleston and the South Carolina coast are three hours away, and Wofford sits an hour south of the artistic, culinary hub of Asheville, North Carolina. Spartanburg is a growing, diverse community that supports six colleges and universities, as well as numerous civic arts and cultural