Visiting Assistant Professor of Chemistry

George Fox University announces a 1-year visiting non-tenure-track faculty position in Chemistry, to begin August 2021. We seek applicants with the ability to teach in a broad range of courses in Chemistry and Biochemistry, giving priority to candidates with expertise in one or more of the following areas: General Chemistry, Integration of Science and Faith, Thermodynamics, General, Organic and Biochemistry, including labs.

This position is a one-year appointment, 2021-22

George Fox University, a Christ-centered community, prepares students spiritually, academically, and professionally to think with clarity, act with integrity, and serve with passion. Our vision is to be the Christian university of choice known for empowering students to achieve exceptional life outcomes. We put students first, with Christ at the center of our work, embracing change in order to improve. As a Christ-centered community, George Fox University values diversity as an essential dimension of God's design for human communities. In seeking to become a more inclusive community, we especially encourage applications from women and candidates from racial and ethnic backgrounds that are underrepresented on our faculty.

Program/Department Mission Statement: The School of Natural Sciences (SNS) promotes an environment that encourages students to grow in their understanding of the natural order and mathematics as well as their relationship to the Christian faith. The School of Natural Science will utilize science and mathematics as the epistemology from which to provide a Christ-centered perspective of math, science, faith and service.

The work of our new colleague will include, but is not limited to:

• Teaching broadly in the Chemistry and Biochemistry curriculum, including General Chemistry and General, Organic and Biochemistry, including labs.
• Teaching a new course in our Cornerstone Curriculum, in Science and Faith.
• Engagement with professional molecular and biological sciences communities.
• Participation in the work of the department and the university, including advising and serving on university committees as needed.

Qualifications

• Candidates with a Ph.D. in Chemistry or a closely related field will be given preference, although candidates with a Master's degree and significant professional and/or previous academic experience are encouraged to apply.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching is essential.
• A commitment to working with a diverse population of students is essential; demonstrated experience in this area is preferred.
• All applicants must express a personal commitment to Jesus Christ and express their Christian testimony in a local church. In addition, employees agree to live in agreement with the Community Lifestyle Statement and affirm the theological commitments expressed in the Statement of Faith.

Salary and Rank

Appointment at the Visiting Assistant Professor level is anticipated. Salary and benefits are competitive with comparable institutions.

Application Procedures apply only through our website

When completing the online application, please upload the following as Word or .pdf documents in the section marked Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae, and Essay Requirement:

• Letter of Interest
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Faith and learning essay*

Other supporting materials may be requested at a later stage of the review process.

Interested applicants are encouraged to apply at once. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

*INTEGRATION OF FAITH AND LEARNING ESSAY George Fox University is committed to the idea that one of the primary responsibilities of Christian higher education is to help students develop a uniquely Christian worldview. As teachers and mentors, it is important for George Fox University faculty members to integrate Christian faith and principles in all aspects of their lives. As an essential part of the application process, the University will carefully consider your response to the following: In a one-page essay (about 300 words) describing your personal Christian faith, as well as how your faith informs your teaching, scholarship, and service (including service and leadership in your church and/or in Christian ministries.)

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