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The University of Connecticut is hiring an Instructor in Residence in the Chemistry Department at the Waterbury campus. This role involves teaching undergraduate general, organic, and biochemistry laboratory courses, managing lab coordination, and preparing course materials while fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment.

Highlights

Teach 10 undergraduate chemistry laboratory courses or equivalent annually, including general, organic, and biochemistry labs.
Manage lab support, coordination, and preparation of laboratory materials throughout the academic year.
Promote inclusive teaching practices and support for neuro-inclusive learning environments.
Collaborate with full-time faculty across UConn campuses to deliver effective laboratory instruction.
Master's degree in chemistry or a closely related field required; PhD preferred.
Experience in teaching chemistry labs and knowledge of current safety, waste, hazard management, and environmental health practices.
Excellent communication skills and commitment to broadening participation among underrepresented groups expected.
Full-time, nine-month non-tenure track appointment starting January 1, 2027, with potential for renewal and multi-year contracts.
Position contingent on successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.
Academic appointment primarily at the UConn Waterbury campus within the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences.

Instructor in Residence - UConn Waterbury Full Description

Search #: 499753

Work type: Full-time

Location: UConn Waterbury

Categories: Faculty Non Tenure Track

JOB SUMMARY

The Chemistry Department within the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (CLAS) at the University of Connecticut, Waterbury, invites applications for an Instructor in Residence (IiR) position. The successful candidate will primarily be responsible for teaching general and organic chemistry laboratory sections, as well as biochemistry laboratories in collaboration with other full-time faculty members. Other duties may be assigned as per the candidate's qualifications. An Instructor in Residence is expected to teach 10 undergraduate laboratories or the equivalent, in addition to remaining responsibilities focused on lab support, coordination, and overall management related to course requirements, including preparing materials for all laboratory classes during the academic year.

For more information, please visit the Department of Chemistry website.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

This teaching-focused position emphasizes hands-on instruction in undergraduate chemistry laboratory courses. The successful candidate should have experience in teaching a variety of college-level laboratory courses, including general chemistry, organic chemistry, biochemistry, and other foundational lab offerings. Further, we seek a dynamic and engaging laboratory instructor who can communicate effectively with undergraduate students and faculty members in Chemistry across all of UConn’s campuses.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to laboratory-based instruction, student mentorship, and inclusive teaching practices. They must also be dedicated to broadening participation among underrepresented groups and committed to supporting a neuro-inclusive learning environment. Through their efforts – alone and as part of an instructional team - they will help develop and implement inclusive, evidence-based laboratory pedagogies that support diverse learning styles and foster student engagement and success.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Master's degree in chemistry or a closely related field (granted by start date).
Experience teaching laboratory courses.
Demonstrated experience with current safety practices, waste and hazard management, and environmental health and safety practices.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

PhD degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry or Biology.
Experience with laboratory courses other than general chemistry.
Demonstrated communication skills.

APPOINTMENT TERMS

This position is a full-time, nine (9)-month, non-tenure track position at the Waterbury campus that may lead to long-term multi-year contracts. This position is renewable, contingent on satisfactory performance, mutual agreement, and availability of funds, with a start date of January 1, 2027.

The successful candidate’s primary academic appointment will be at the Waterbury Campus.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.

TO APPLY

Please apply online at Faculty and Staff Positions, Search #499753 and submit the following application materials:

A cover letter,
Curriculum vitae,
Teaching statement (including teaching philosophy, teaching experience, commitment to effective learning, and concepts for new course development, etc.),
Recent university-sponsored teaching evaluations by students and/or peers,
Contact information for three (3) professional references.

Only complete applications with all required materials will be considered and reviewed.

The evaluation of applicants will begin immediately, and the position will remain open until a candidate is selected for hire.

All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics.

All members of the University of Connecticut are expected to exhibit appreciation of, and contribute to, an inclusive, respectful, and diverse environment for the University community.

The University of Connecticut aspires to create a community built on collaboration and belonging and has actively sought to create an inclusive culture within the workforce. The success of the University is dependent on the willingness of our diverse employee and student populations to share their rich perspectives and backgrounds in a respectful manner. This makes it essential for each member of our community to feel secure and welcomed and to thoroughly understand and believe that their ideas are respected by all. We strongly respect each individual employee’s unique experiences and perspectives and encourage all members of the community to do the same. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, age, sex, marital status, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disabilities, veteran’s status, status as a victim of domestic violence and/or sexual assault and/or trafficking in persons as defined by Connecticut law, prior conviction of a crime, workplace hazards to the reproductive systems, or gender identity or expression.

The University of Connecticut is an AA/EEO employer including for Disability and Veteran status.

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