Upper Midwest HERC

Assistant Professor (Organic Chemistry)
Chemistry

Description

Position Details: Gustavus Adolphus College invites applications for a tenure-track position of Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemistry to begin August 15, 2026.

Employment Type: Full-Time (1.0 FTE), Benefits-Eligible; Exempt (Salaried)


Prerequisites

RequiredQualifications:

• PhD in chemistry, specializing in organic chemistry or related field; we will consider candidates who have achieved ABD status and who will complete their degree by September 30, 2026
• Evidence of a commitment to teaching, advising, and mentoring undergraduate students in support of the mission and core values of Gustavus
• Articulate a commitment to supporting students from varied backgrounds, identities, and experiences
• Capacity to establish an independent research program addressing a question related to organic chemistry or a related field

PreferredQualifications:

• Additional research, teaching, and/or non-profit experience (such as a postdoctoral or industry experience)
• Prior experience as a TA or instructor of record in organic chemistry
• Demonstrated commitment to actively engage undergraduate students learning organic chemistry
• Demonstrated commitment to supporting students from varied backgrounds, identities, and experiences (such as professional development, classroom strategies, leveraging lived experiences, etc.)
• Demonstrated investment in working with undergraduate students in a research lab

Things you will do:

Gustavus faculty teach, advise, conduct research, and serve the college and department.

• Teach a 6-course equivalent each academic year. In their first year, the successful candidate will receive a reduced teaching assignment of five courses, plus one fully-compensated course release. Courses may be different sections of the same course within a semester. Primary teaching responsibilities will be Organic Chemistry 1, 2, and 3. Additional responsibilities may include contributions to general education and other chemistry courses.
• Help cultivate a welcoming community where everyone feels a sense of belonging. We strive to foster an environment where people can be themselves, build community, learn, and grow.
• Improve your teaching by joining a teaching circle, participating in workshops, applying for an internal teaching development grant, and engaging in conversations about teaching with colleagues across campus.
• Advance your scholarship by working with undergraduate research assistants, joining a writing retreat, applying for an internal grant, receiving travel funds to present at conferences, receiving help applying for external grants, and making use of our research facilities.
• Develop professional skills by participating in faculty meetings and committees, attending faculty development days, and taking advantage of the College's membership to the National Center for Faculty Development and Diversity (NCFDD).

How to apply:

Visit https://gustavus.edu/jobs/ and complete the online application. The documents that must be uploaded include the following:

• Letter of application that addresses the required and preferred position qualifications
• Curriculum vitae
• A brief (1-2 pages) statement of teaching philosophy
• A brief (2-3 pages) research plan appropriate to an undergraduate institution
• Transcripts (scanned copies acceptable)
• The names and contact information for three professional references (at least one must be able to address teaching experience and teaching effectiveness; please indicate the teaching reference in your letter of application). Please do not ask references to submit letters of recommendation; the committee will conduct reference checks by phone.

For full consideration, applications must be received by September 30, 2025. While applications may be accepted after this date, it is not guaranteed that they will be considered. At this time, please only upload the required documents listed above; finalists may be asked to submit additional materials as needed. Incomplete applications will not be considered by the search committee.

Things you'll like:

Based on data from AAUP (American Association of University Professors) and CUPA (College and University Professional Association), we offer a competitive starting salary range of $64,000 to $70,000. Actual pay will be adjusted based on job-related factors permitted by law, such as experience, training, certifications/licensure, market factors, departmental budgets, and responsibility. In addition, Gustavus provides comprehensive benefits designed to support your personal and financial well-being, including:

• Medical insurance (which includes access to Nice Healthcare) as well as dental, vision, and life insurance
• Workplace accommodations for physical or mental health concerns
• Access to mental health apps
• Onsite health services
• Free parking, exercise classes, use of library and athletic facilities
• Paid parental leave (after one year of employment)
• Employer contribution to retirement savings plan (after one year of employment)
• Tuition scholarships for dependents
• Tuition benefit plan for employees and spouse

Institution Information: Gustavus Adolphus College is one of the nation's leading private liberal arts colleges serving 2,000 students, where faculty help equip students to lead purposeful lives and to act on the great challenges of our time. The College aspires to be a community of persons from diverse backgrounds who respect and affirm the dignity of all people. Gustavus is located on a scenic 340-acre hill in St. Peter, Minnesota, and within a short drive to the Minneapolis/Saint Paul and Mankato metro areas. Learn more at https://gustavus.edu/provost/newfaculty/.

Gustavus Adolphus College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, disability, religion, age, sexual orientation, or veteran status in its education or employment programs or activities.

Learn more about Gustavus's campus-wide commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging: https://gustavus.edu/deib/.

Department Information: [The Department of Chemistry seeks to provide a stimulating intellectual environment by cultivating a highly engaged community of scholars. Central to our approach is the pursuit of scholarship through both independent and collaborative student-faculty research. We aim to challenge students to pursue an understanding of the natural world through study of and research in chemistry in order to develop scientifically-minded citizens and competent experimental scientists. We aspire for our students to appreciate interdisciplinary perspectives and problem-solving approaches, and to communicate effectively with a variety of audiences. Overall, we aim to value and support the development of whole persons for all members of our learning community. You can learn more about the department, its faculty, students, and courses at https://gustavus.edu/chemistry/.

Posted 6/18/2025


Contact

Amanda Nienow | anienow@gustavus.edu | 507-933-7327


Posted: Wed Jun 18, 2025

To apply, visit https://gustavus.edu/employment/job/2313







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