Biological Chemistry, Assist/Assoc Professor, NTT/TT

Job Description

Job Description

About University of Saint Joseph  

The University of Saint Joseph, founded by the Sisters of Mercy, provides a rigorous liberal arts and professional education for a diverse student population in an inclusive environment that encourages strong ethical values, personal integrity, and a sense of responsibility to the needs of society.

The University has been recognized as a top national university in Connecticut by U.S. News & World Report's Best College Rankings including being the #1 Connecticut University in "Top Performers on Social Mobility," #2 Connecticut University in "Best Value Schools," and #3 Connecticut University in "Best National Universities."

Ideally situated midway between Boston and New York City, the beautiful 84-acre Olmsted-designed campus is one mile from West Hartford's thriving downtown, and provides an array of cultural events, occasions for spiritual development, and fitness and recreational options. The University also has an active presence outside our campus, reaching into the surrounding community through internships, community service projects, new program and partnerships.

At University of Saint Joseph, our mission statement profoundly resonates with our faculty and staff and serves as the foundation upon which our employment policy is built. We seek to attract, develop and retain individuals who are committed to our mission. We are committed to providing an environment where diverse talents, perspectives, experiences and contributions are recognized, and one that promotes the "growth of the whole person" with resources that enable employees to meet professional and personal life needs.

Position Description:

The University of Saint Joseph's Department of Chemistry invites applications for a full-time tenure-track or non-tenure track position at the assistant or associate professor level. The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching courses in support of the chemistry, biochemistry, biology, nursing and other health science majors as well as graduate courses for the department’s M.S. programs in chemistry and biochemistry, beginning in August 2027. The Department of Chemistry offers B.S. programs in Chemistry (ACS approved) and Biochemistry (ACS approved and ASBMB accredited) and M.S. programs in Chemistry and Biochemistry (both fully online).

Responsibilities include teaching lectures and laboratory courses for undergraduate courses for majors and non-majors. This position will also involve teaching online, asynchronous courses in biochemistry and organic chemistry at the graduate level. The successful candidate is expected to maintain an active scholarship program that involves engaging and mentoring students in research that will lead to publications.

Required Skills/Qualifications:

The position requires an earned doctorate in biochemistry, chemistry or a closely-related field. Strong ABD candidates will be considered. Preference will be given to candidates with broad training in biological and organic chemistry. Candidates with postdoctoral experience are preferred. The successful candidate will have demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching biological chemistry at both the graduate and undergraduate levels. The ability to teach undergraduate analytical courses will also be viewed favorably. Rank (associate or assistant) and status (tenure-track or non-tenure track) will be determined based upon the successful candidates’ qualifications and professional experience.

Preferred Skills/Qualifications:

Applicants with teaching experience and who use innovative teaching methods that focus on student engagement and inclusivity and can teach online courses (with a working knowledge of online classroom management) will be given priority. 

Application Procedure:

Review of applications will begin on December 10, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled.

Interested candidates should submit: 

• Letter of interest addressing all qualifications for the position; please include salary requirements
• Current curriculum vitae
• Statement of teaching philosophy and research interests (two pages maximum)
• Unofficial transcripts
• Three current professional references (contact information only)
• ABD candidates, include a letter from thesis advisor stating anticipated date of completion. Ph.D. in biochemistry, chemistry or a closely related field by the appointment start date is required

The annual base salary range for this position is between $60,000 and $80,000. The University of Saint Joseph considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, relevant work experience, education, specialized skills, internal equity, and external market data when extending an offer. The final salary is determined by the Human Resources Office based on these factors. This range reflects base salary only and does not include benefits or other compensation.

Benefit eligible employees can participate in the University’s health and welfare benefits program, including medical/dental insurance, retirement plan (403b) matching, subject to the terms and eligibility requirements of the plan. To learn more about employee benefits click here .

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. The University is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

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