Assistant Teaching Professor, Chemistry

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Position Information

Position Rank Track Non-Tenure Track Position Title Assistant Teaching Professor, Chemistry Category Full-Time Faculty Position Number Posting Number F0000270 Location Chicago Open Date 05/13/2026 Close Date Open Until Filled? No Job Type Full-Time Working Hours Position Summary

Roosevelt Universitys College of Science, Health and Pharmacy seeks to fill a full-time, renewable, non tenure-track faculty position beginning August 2026.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES: The primary responsibility of this position is to provide in-person lecture and laboratory instruction in Chemistry courses for health science, biology, biochemistry and biotechnology majors and graduate students. Class assignments may include both day and evening courses. Additional responsibilities include student

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES include but are not limited to:

• Providing exceptional classroom and laboratory instruction in select courses in chemistry.
• Incorporating evidence-based teaching methods that enhance learning outcomes for a diverse population of students.
• Serving as a resource for students as they navigate relevant degrees and majors.
• Participating in the development, implementation, and monitoring of practices that promote safe and inclusive learning environments.
• Collaborating on the review and improvement of course materials, teaching methodologies, and assessment methods.
• Engaging in scholarly and/or professional development activities that inform teaching and pedagogy.

Roosevelt University offers many great benefits. Please review our benefits in further detail by clicking this link: https://rooseveltu.touchpointsonline.com/

The salary range for this position is $60,000-$65,000

Title IX Contact Information: Federal Title IX policy requires that all colleges and universities make known the contact information for the person responsible for coordinating its efforts to comply with Title IX regulations. At Roosevelt University, the Title IX Coordinator is Natasha Robinson. Her office is located in the Auditorium Building of the Chicago campus, 430 S. Michigan Avenue, AUD 476B. She can be reached at 312-281-3245 or TitleIX@roosevelt.edu.

Do not contact this email address for inquiries about your job application; if you have questions, you may email hrquestions@roosevelt.edu.

Special Instructions Summary

Interested candidates must submit:

1. RU application for employment (available on web site). 2. Cover letter that describes your interest in the position and addresses the minimum and/or preferred qualifications. 3. Current resume. 4. Statement addressing teaching philosophy and prior teaching effectiveness. 5. Unofficial transcripts of all post-secondary education. 6. Names, addresses and phone numbers of three individuals qualified to assess your ability to perform the duties specified for this position

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

• Masters degree in biological science, biomedical science, chemical science, biochemistry, science education, or related field
• Documented successful college teaching experience

Years of Experience Required Certification/Licensure Required Minimum Qualifications

See Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in chemistry, biochemistry, science education, or related field
• Experience using inclusive teaching methods to support student learning inside and outside of the classroom
• Experience in incorporating demonstrations and technology into teaching, including the use of tools such as open educational resources, online homework systems and course management software
• Experience in curriculum design and assessment, including using assessment results to improve course content and student learning outcomes
• Demonstrated ability in laboratory instrument operation and maintenance
• Demonstrated ability to teach and mentor students in a range of majors and programs

Equipment Operated

Standard office equipment.

Working Conditions

Classroom, office and lab setting.

Priority Application Instructions Departmental Contact Information

Robert M. Seiser, Ph.D.

Professor of Biology and Chemistry

College of Science, Health and Pharmacy

(847) 619-8758 / rseiser@roosevelt.edu

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Do you have an earned Masters degree in biological science, biomedical science, chemical science, biochemistry, science education, or related field?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you have experience facilitating and utilizing technology or interactive sessions to enhance student learning?

• Yes

• No

• Will you now or at any point in the future require employment visa sponsorship (e.g., H-1B) to legally work in the United States?

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• List of References
• Teaching interests and philosophy
• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Transcripts

Optional Documents

• Curriculum Vitae
• Letter of Interest