Employment Opportunities Special Instructor in Chemistry Bookmark this Requisition Print Preview | Apply for this Job Please see Special Instructions for more details. For full consideration, applications should be submitted online at https://jobs.oakland.edu/postings/37631 by June 8, 2026. Applications should include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, teaching statement including teaching philosophy, examples of
recent course syllabi, and unofficial transcripts. In addition, names and contact information for three letters of recommendation must be provided. The application system will contact the letter writers via email and provide them with instructions for uploading their letters. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. Inquiries should be addressed to: Dr. Jennifer Tillinger, Department of Chemistry
(jbulgare@oakland.edu). Posting Details Position Information Job Title Special Instructor in Chemistry Department 0542 - Chemistry Requisition No. 0000822 Job Description Summary The Department of Chemistry at Oakland University invites applications for a full-time faculty position in chemistry, with an anticipated start date of August 15, 2026. The appointment at the rank of Special Instructor is a full-time,
teaching-focused faculty position that leads to job security equivalent to tenure. Special Instructors are expected to teach three courses (or the equivalent) during both the Fall and Winter semesters and to contribute to departmental service. The department offers courses that support a wide range of majors and programs, including Chemistry, Biology, Health Sciences, Biomedical Sciences, and Engineering. The
successful candidate will be expected to teach introductory/foundational lecture and laboratory courses within the chemistry curriculum. Potential teaching assignments include general chemistry, analytical chemistry, and related chemistry courses aligned with departmental needs and the candidate’s expertise. Opportunities for additional compensation may be available through summer teaching assignments during the
May–August term. Minimum Qualifications Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in chemistry, or a related field, and have experience in teaching both lecture and laboratory courses in general chemistry. Candidates that have demonstrated experience in course development, teaching courses at multiple levels, and designing courses in different modalities (e.g., online vs. in person) will be given favorable consideration. Special
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