Description
Teach undergraduate and graduate chemistry courses and oversee laboratory instruction. Lead an independent research program on chemical properties, reactions, and analytical methods; secure funding, publish, mentor students, and contribute service to the department and university.
- • Design and deliver undergraduate and graduate lectures in organic, analytical, inorganic, physical, or materials chemistry.
- • Supervise and ensure quality and safety of student laboratory work.
- • Evaluate and grade coursework, laboratory performance, assignments, and papers.
- • Develop, administer, and grade examinations.
- • Maintain attendance, grades, and other required student records.
- • Develop syllabi, assignments, problem sets, and lab manuals.
- • Hold office hours to advise and assist students.
- • Lead the planning, evaluation, and revision of curricula, course content, and instructional methods.
- • Mentor and supervise undergraduate and graduate research, theses, and teaching assistants.
- • Stay current with advances in chemistry through literature, collaboration, and professional conferences.
- • Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions.
- • Lead an independent research program and publish findings in peer-reviewed journals, books, or digital media.
- • Advise students on academic pathways, research opportunities, and career options.
- • Collaborate with colleagues on teaching innovations and interdisciplinary research.
- • Serve on departmental, college, and university committees addressing policy and academic matters.
- • Write competitive grant proposals to obtain external research funding.
- • Participate in student recruitment, outreach, and placement activities.
- • Prepare and submit required instructional, assessment, and research reports.
- • Perform administrative and leadership duties, such as program coordination or serving as department chair.
- • Advise and support student organizations and clubs.
- • Curate bibliographies and specialized reading lists for courses and research groups.
- • Participate in campus, alumni, and community engagement events.
- • Provide professional consulting or outreach to government, industry, or nonprofits.
- • Establish, teach, and enforce safety protocols for handling chemicals, equipment, and hazardous materials.
- • Manage teaching and research resources, including selection, ordering, and maintenance of textbooks, chemicals, and laboratory equipment.
- • Serve in professional societies, editorial boards, and grant or manuscript review panels.
- • Write letters of recommendation for students and trainees.
- • Oversee maintenance, compliance, and orderly operations of laboratory facilities.
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Last reviewed: Jan 2026
