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Troy University

Adjunct Faculty

Troy, AL · On-site

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Employer & Industry UsageHigher education, academiaResearch organizations, industry R&D departments
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While both roles involve advanced research and require similar educational backgrounds, a Faculty Position primarily involves teaching, publishing, and academic responsibilities within educational institutions. In contrast, a Research Scientist focuses on conducting research projects often within industry or research organizations, with less emphasis on teaching duties.

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Faculty Position in Chemistry

Faculty Position in Chemistry

Union University

Jackson, TN • On-site

Full-time

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Position Details
Position Information
Position Title
Faculty Position in Chemistry
Division
College of Arts & Sciences (DIV)
Department
Chemistry
Location
Jackson
Job Summary
The Department of Chemistry at Union University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in Chemistry, beginning fall 2026. The ideal candidate would have a background in Inorganic Chemistry.
Teaching load is 24 credit hours and will include both lecture and laboratory sections. Successful candidate will be prepared to teach introductory chemistry and inorganic chemistry (lectures and labs) as well as organic chemistry (labs) and advanced topics in chemistry. Ability to teach analytical chemistry a plus. Previous teaching experience (especially at the college level) a plus. Course offerings, including in particular our variable-by-design "Advanced Topics in Chemistry" course, may be developed and refined in line with the successful candidate's preparation and scholarly interests. Union faculty members produce scholarship and participate in advising and departmental/university service. Rank assignment commensurate with education/experience. Competitive salary and benefits package. Position subject to final budgetary approval.
The Department of Chemistry is part of Union's College of Arts and Sciences. The department includes four regular faculty and two instructional staff members, and it serves not only its forty major and minor students but also students in biology, engineering, pharmacy, pre-medicine, pre-optometry, physical therapy, forensics, and the general education program. The department is housed in White Hall, where it maintains eight well-equipped laboratory spaces for teaching and research along with a dedicated chemical stockroom. The department's major programs in Chemistry and Biochemistry are certified by the American Chemical Society, and it supports an active and award winning Student Members of the American Chemical Society (SMACS) chapter. For more Information, please visit https://www.uu.edu/dept/chemistry/.
About Union University
Founded in 1823, Union University is a private, coeducational liberal arts-based university offering bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees, with a total enrollment of about 2,600. The main campus is located in Jackson, Tenn., with additional campuses in Germantown and Hendersonville. A national leader among colleges and universities in promoting a Christian worldview and a Christ-centered approach to education, Union is consistently ranked among the nation's premier Christian universities.
Essential Job Duties
  • Teach a full-time course load (24 hours) including upper- and lower-division courses.
  • Assign grades, maintain records in accordance with FERPA regulations, and keep regular on campus office hours. Pursue steady growth as a teacher and as a course designer.
  • Advise Chemistry and Biochemistry students in their academic and career paths, including via regular meetings to plan for registration and assess academic progress.
  • Contribute to student learning outcomes in the capstone research sequence for chemistry or biochemistry majors by mentoring research students in developing, collecting, analyzing, and presenting original scientific research.
  • Maintain a program of scholarship in line with the department's definition of scholarship, including the public dissemination of scholarly/creative works.
  • Work with other Chemistry Faculty and Staff on the Jackson Campus on projects as needed.
  • Participate in standing and ad-hoc university committees in line with expectations for full-time faculty.
  • Attend and participate in departmental, divisional, and college-wide meetings and events, including commencements and convocations.
  • Participate enthusiastically in the life of the department via shared curriculum development, program planning, assessment, and other activities. Cultivate meaningful community with faculty colleagues, staff, and students.

Other Job Duties
Required Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a terminal degree in Chemistry is required. Candidates currently pursuing relevant advanced degrees will be considered.
Preferred Qualifications
Christian Requirement
Successful candidates must be professing Christians who are active members of a local church, enthusiastically support Union University's Identity, Mission, and Core Values, and articulate a Christian worldview in their work and life. More information may be found at https://www.uu.edu/about/what-we-believe.cfm/.
Physical Requirements
The work performed by this position is of a general office and classroom nature. While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to perform the following:
  • Communicate clearly in person, on the phone, through a computer, and in writing.
  • Move independently from office to classroom and from one campus office/building to another campus office/building.
  • Spend extended periods of time managing a classroom or laboratory independently (1 to 3 hours).
  • Work performed requires some daily instances of bending, stooping, and carrying items up to 25 pounds.

Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
F116P
Special Instructions to Applicants
The "Documents Needed to Apply" section of the application will allow you to attach the following required documents:
  • Cover Letter
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Unofficial post-graduate transcripts

You will also be asked to provide written responses to the following prompts:
  • A brief summary of your research/scholarship and description of your research/scholarship plan for the next 3-5 years (~250-750 words).
  • "Summarize your personal relationship with Jesus Christ and describe your involvement in the church where you are currently a member." (~250-500 words recommended.)
  • "How does the Christian faith animate your approach to your discipline and to the work you anticipate doing as a faculty member at a place like Union?" (~250-500 words recommended.)
  • "Describe your Philosophy of Teaching." (~250-500 words recommended.)

Please note that if, for example, your philosophy of teaching is already embedded in your cover letter, you may choose either to refer us back to the cover letter or to take the opportunity to expand on what your letter has said.
Up to three letters of recommendation (optional but recommended especially for recent graduates and, e.g., ABD applicants) may be forwarded directly to Union University's HR department: hrdept@uu.edu
You may also choose to upload additional (optional) evidence of teaching effectiveness at the "Documents Needed to Apply" page.

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