Instructional Professor (Open Rank)

Note for Current UM Employees

Current employees must apply internally via connectU > connectu.olemiss.edu

Position Description

The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at the University of Mississippi, located in Oxford, Mississippi, invites applicants for a full time, 12-month, promotion-eligible position as Instructional Faculty to begin August 2025. The appointment is for Instructional Assistant Professor, however, appointments as Instructional Associate Professor and Instructional Professor will also be considered for candidates with appropriate background and experience.

Duties include teaching lecture courses including the coordination and instruction of laboratory classes in areas of chemistry in which the candidate is proficient. Candidates must have a Ph.D. (or equivalent degree) in Chemistry, or Biochemistry, or a closely related area and expect to have earned a Ph.D. by the start of employment.  Individuals with expertise in any area of analytical, physical or inorganic chemistry, and a strong desire to develop innovative upper division laboratory instruction are strongly encouraged to apply.  

Additional duties may include advising undergraduate majors, participating in recruiting activities, and being a faculty mentor to our student organizations. The successful candidate will join a collaborative faculty committed to quality teaching and research at the undergraduate and graduate level. 

Consideration of completed applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. 

The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry is a broad-based department that consists of 17 tenured and tenure-track faculty, 6 teaching faculty, and a vibrant undergraduate and graduate program (https://chemistry.olemiss.edu/). 

The University of Mississippi has been repeatedly recognized by the Chronicle of Higher Education as a “Great College to Work For.” The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry recognizes the importance of building a diverse faculty and welcomes applicants from groups underrepresented in science.
 

Position Details

Appointment: 12 month

Assignment Type :  Non-Tenure Track

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates must have a Ph.D. (or equivalent degree) in Chemistry, or Biochemistry, or a closely related area and expect to have earned a Ph.D. by the start of employment. 

Interview Requirements: Any candidate who is called for an interview must notify the Department of Equal Opportunity/Regulatory Compliance in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.

Application Procedures

Applications must be submitted online (https://careers.olemiss.edu) and should include: (1) a cover letter outlining interest and suitability for the position, (2) a curriculum vitae, (3) a 2-page statement of teaching experience, pedagogical practices and innovations in the classroom, and course interests, (4) the names and contact information for three references.

The appointment is expected to begin August 2025. Questions about the position may be addressed to the search committee chair (kscott@olemiss.edu). 
 

About the University of MS & Oxford, MS

Founded in 1848, the University of Mississippi (UM), affectionately known to alumni, students and friends as Ole Miss, is Mississippi's flagship university. Included in the elite group of R-1: Doctoral Universities - Highest Research Activity by the Carnegie Classification, it has a long history of producing leaders in public service, academics and business. The University of Mississippi, consistently named by The Chronicle of Higher Education as a “Great College to Work For,” is located in Oxford, MS, which is ranked one of the “Top 10 Best College Towns.” With more than 24,000 students, UM is the state's largest university and is ranked among the nation's fastest-growing institutions. The University of Mississippi, which has aggressively implemented many health and wellness initiatives for its more than 2,900 employees, has consistently been named one of Mississippi’s Healthiest Workplaces.

Touted as the “Cultural Mecca of the South”, creativity abounds in Oxford as musicians, artists and writers alike find inspiration in Oxford’s rich history, small town charm and creative community. Oxford is a one-hour drive south of Memphis, TN and is known as the home of Nobel Prize winning author William Faulkner. Over the years Oxford has also been known for offering exceptional culinary experiences and as the home of the University of Mississippi and the Ole Miss Rebels, there is always something here to immerse yourself in. Oxford has also been featured as a literary and arts destination in such publications as The New York Times, Southern Living, Condé Nast Traveler, and GQ. Among other cultural activities, annual events include the Oxford Film Festival, a thriving local music scene, and the Ford Center Performing Arts Series. Oxford is a vibrant university town, filled with unique shops and galleries, eclectic restaurants and clubs, historic landmarks, and comfortable inns.

Background Check Statement

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EEO Statement

The University of Mississippi provides equal opportunity in any employment practice, education program, or education activity to all qualified persons. The University complies with all applicable laws regarding equal opportunity and affirmative action and does not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based upon race, color, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, citizenship, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information.