Assistant Professor of Chemistry

The Chemistry Department is approved by the American Chemical Society (ACS) to offer ACScertified degrees and stresses excellence in teaching. The faculty believe that providing opportunities for research is an integral part of an undergraduate education. The Department has excellent facilities (teaching and research) and a wide array of instrumentation to support undergraduate and masters level teaching and research. The Chemistry Department is a Colorado Commission of Higher Education designated Program of Excellence with a substantial array of instrumentation including, but not limited to FT NMR (2), GC/MS (3), GC-FID (3), CMS (Advion), AFM, LC/MS, LC/MS/MS, ICP-MS, UV-Vis, HPLC, SEM, FTIR (2), and FAAS. Faculty and students are active in both undergraduate- and master's-level research. The goals of the program are: 1) to prepare graduates in the discipline of chemistry to become productive members of the profession whether they go on to industry, post-graduate education or other areas; 2) to prepare students in the verbal, written and quantitative skills that are prerequisite to advanced study or careers in chemistry; 3) to prepare students in the theoretical principles of chemistry as well as in the laboratory approach to problem solving;4) to maintain certification of the program through the American Chemical Society (ACS);and 5) to provide a variety of emphasis areas and minors including a basic chemistry degree, an ACS certified degree, biochemistry emphasis, chemistry/teacher certification emphasis, environmental chemistry emphasis, chemistry minor, and a double major option.

The Chemistry Department has always been committed to experiential learning via laboratory courses, undergraduate and graduate research, and internships, and has made new commitments to recruit students via engagement in scholarly activities through our Discovery Scholars and MAPS programs. The Cannabis Biology and Chemistry program (CBC), coupled with the presence of the Institute for Cannabis Research on our campus, provides new and expanded opportunities for students and faculty.

CSU Pueblo is a proud minority- and Hispanic-serving institution (MSI, HSI). As we serve a diverse student body, we are dedicated to interdisciplinary learning and entrepreneurship that elevates our people and our community, creates educational opportunities, fosters unique collaborations, and supports inclusion, access, and affordability as a gateway to the world.

This tenure track, nine-month (with summer teaching possibly available) position provides teaching, scholarship and advising/service to the Chemistry Department. Applicants with teaching and research interest and expertise within any area of chemistry or biochemistry specialization are encouraged to apply. The Department has particular interest in applicants that can contribute to teaching and research in the areas of Biochemistry or Analytical Chemistry. The Chemistry Department also houses the Cannabis Biology and Chemistry degree program and applicants with interest and expertise that overlaps with Cannabis Biology and Chemistry are encouraged to apply.

Primary Duties
Teach an estimated 24 credit hour load of baccalaureate and master’s level courses in the Chemistry program in accordance with program needs. Duties will also include proposing curriculum changes and program modifications to the Department Chair. 

Engage in scholarly activity including grant writing, preparation, and submission; scholarly work appropriate to the discipline while including undergraduate and graduate students in research when possible and appropriate; and dissemination at appropriate national, regional, and local venues.

Conducting student advising to ensure appropriate course and field work is completed to accomplish program objectives. This requires the faculty member to establish, post, and communicate to students at least five regularly scheduled office hours per week. Participating in student recruitment, campus meetings, University, College and Department committees, University functions and other duties as assigned. 


Salary Range
$59,600 to $61,500

• Ph.D. in chemistry or biochemistry (broadly defined), from an accredited institution of higher learning, or ABD with degree conferral by the offer start date.
• Demonstrated commitment to supporting diversity, inclusion and equity among peers and students.

• Expertise in Biochemistry or Analytical Chemistry
• Previous college-level teaching experience 
• Postdoctoral research experience 
• Experience in fields of research that complement momentum within the department and university, including the CBC program.

All interested candidates must apply through the online application system. No other format of application materials will be accepted.

Applicants must attach the following documents, in order to be considered for this position: 

1. a letter of intent (cover letter) describing the means in which you meet the qualifications for this position
2. a current resume or CV
3. unofficial or official transcripts showing required degree conferred
4. three professional references, either within the application or as an attachment (please note: personal references do not count towards this requirement). 

• Medical and prescription insurance
• Dental insurance 
• Vision insurance 
• Flexible benefit plan 
• Basic term life insurance 
• Voluntary term life and AD&D lnsurance 
• Long-term disability insurance 
• Employee assistance program 
• Travel accident insurance 
• Voluntary critical illness and accident insurance 
• Annual and sick leave
• Retirement plans
• Employee and dependent tuition discounts
• State employee discounts via BenefitHub