Lecturer - Chemistry 509711 Amherst, Massachusetts, United States Academic Year (9 Months) College of Natural Sciences Full Time Lecture & Non Tenure-Track MSP On Site Faculty Opening on: Sep 2 2026 Title: Lecturer - Chemistry Executive Area: Academic Affairs College/School/MBU: College of Natural Sciences Department: Chemistry Work Location: Amherst Schedule: Full Time Work Arrangement: Onsite Job Summary The
Department of Chemistry (www.chem.umass.edu) invites applications for a nine-month, full-time, non-tenure track Lecturer position starting Fall semester 2027. The Lecturer will be expected to perform the duties of a lead instructor of General, Organic Chemistry, and/or Inorganic Chemistry courses, teaching lecture sections and laboratory. This position will have a typical teaching load of 2 undergraduate lecture
sections per semester or a laboratory course and a lecture section. The initial appointment is for one year with the possibility of renewal upon successful performance review. The candidate should have a proven commitment to outstanding teaching. A commitment to educational/professional development and service is strongly encouraged.Qualified candidates must have completed a Ph.D. in Chemistry or a related area at
the time of application. The successful candidate will demonstrate an interest in joining a team of instructors dedicated to excellence in teaching using modern, evidence-based pedagogical approaches, with an emphasis on inclusiveness and accessibility to support the success of a diverse student body. Essential Functions Teach General Chemistry, Organic, Inorganic Chemistry lecture and /or related laboratory
courses.Participate in ongoing departmental service. Other Functions Work collaboratively and effectively to promote teamwork, equality and inclusiveness.Work in partnership with colleagues within the CNS community and across the campus to support the Dean’s strategic priorities.Perform other duties as assigned in support of the mission and goals of the College of Natural Sciences. Minimum Qualifications Qualified
candidates must have completed a Ph.D. in Chemistry or a related area at the time of application.Basic operating knowledge of instrumentation that is commonly used in teaching laboratories.Any background on mentoring/supervising other members of the department. This may include undergraduate and/or graduate students as well as other faculty and staff. Additional Details At UMass Amherst and in CNS, we strive to be a
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