Assistant Professor, Chemistry

The Department of Chemistry at Carthage College invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor of biochemistry starting August 2027. We seek a teacher-scholar to contribute to the development of our new Biochemistry major by serving as Program Coordinator, guiding curriculum development, and advising biochemistry students. The successful applicant will be expected to teach biochemistry and general chemistry courses while demonstrating a strong commitment to establishing a productive research program with undergraduates and actively seeking external funding.

The Chemistry Department is ACS certified, and our equipment includes a 400-MHz NMR, AFM, HPLC, GC-MS, GC, FTIR, DLS, MP-AES, Fluorimeter, and UV/VIS. The Carthage faculty is firmly committed to the liberal arts tradition and interdisciplinary work. Carthage also offers small class sizes, start-up funds for research, conference travel, and the opportunity to teach, mentor, and advise diverse undergraduates at a liberal arts college. A demonstration of teaching ability will be required at the final interview. More information about the Department may be found at http://www.carthage.edu/chemistry/.

Interested candidates should submit a single PDF file that includes a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching philosophy, a scholarship statement, and the names and contact information of three professional references. Additional questions about this position can be directed to Prof. John Kirk at jkirk1@carthage.edu.

For best consideration, applications should be received by October 16th.

Minimum Qualifications

• Meet all requirements for a Ph.D. in Biochemistry or Chemistry by August 2027
• Commitment to innovative curriculum development in chemistry
• Demonstrated record of or potential for successful undergraduate instruction
• Demonstrated record of or potential for engagement of undergraduate students in scholarship
• Enthusiasm for educating students from widely varying backgrounds

About Carthage

Located on the shore of Lake Michigan in the thriving Chicago-Milwaukee corridor, Carthage College blends the best liberal arts traditions with desirable degree programs, transformative learning opportunities, and personal attention from dedicated faculty and staff. Our beautiful campus, an 80-acre arboretum with stunning lake views, is home to 2,600 undergraduate students and 200 graduate students. Founded in 1847, Carthage is consistently named a Best Midwestern College by The Princeton Review and a Most Innovative School by U.S. News & World Report. All Carthage employees play a vital part in the success of our students, as we work together to create an environment where all can achieve their true potential. Grow with Carthage.

Carthage College is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse community. We welcome applications from a broad spectrum of people, including members of ethnic minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability.

This position requires a background screening