Description
The Department of Chemistry at The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga invites applications for two non-tenure-track Lecturer positions in Chemistry, one beginning January 1, 2026 and another beginning August 1, 2026.
The successful candidate will hold a graduate degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related field by the start date. Teaching experience is advantageous. Teaching responsibilities will include general chemistry lecture and lab, nursing chemistry lecture and lab, and other areas, depending upon the successful candidate’s specialization. Candidates should also be willing to engage in a variety of instructional modalities, including online instruction, and in assisting the UTC campus in its ability to reach additional goals as specified in UTC’s Strategic Plan. The Department of Chemistry at UTC comprises 18 full-time faculty members and is approved by the American Chemical Society. The department has approximately 140 chemistry and biochemistry majors, and is noted for excellence in undergraduate education and research, including a ten-week summer research program (see https://www.utc.edu/chemistry/).
Applicants must submit the application in a single PDF file electronically through the UTC Faculty Career Site. https://www.utc.edu/finance-and-administration/human-resources/work-utc/faculty-job-openings
The PDF application file name must follow the format of “First name Last name Application” (eg, Jane Smith Application).
The application must include:
1) a letter of interest;
2) current curriculum vitae (at the last page, please include names, titles, and email addresses for three professional references for confidential letters of recommendation to be requested);
3) undergraduate transcript and graduate transcripts;
4) statement of teaching philosophy (up to three pages).
Complete applications received by October 27, 2025 will receive full consideration. Review of applications will continue until the positions are filled.
The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga is the second-largest campus in the University of Tennessee System and serves a diverse student body of 12,000 undergraduate and graduate students through five academic colleges. Since its founding as Chattanooga University in 1886, UTC has established a reputation for excellence built on a unique blend of the private and public traditions of American higher education. The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga proudly calls Chattanooga home—a city lauded by U.S. News and World Report, Money Magazine and Southern Living (to name a few!) for its unique blend of historic charm and modern vibrancy.
Nestled between scenic Lookout Mountain and the Tennessee River, Chattanooga offers breathtaking natural beauty, lively city amenities and a small-town feel.
Our city has it all, with historic cultural institutions like the Chattanooga Symphony Orchestra and the Bessie Smith Cultural Center, iconic attractions like Rock City and Ruby Falls, opportunities for epic outdoor adventures, and an eclectic contemporary art, music and food scene.
Chattanooga's robust economy fosters an environment where tech start-ups thrive alongside established industries and corporations. It’s where innovation meets tradition, creating endless opportunities for growth and success.
UTC embodies Chattanooga’s dynamic spirit, serving as one of the city’s most vital institutions where progressive transformation and community thrive. UTC is where Chattanooga goes to build the future.
The University of Tennessee Chattanooga is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA institution. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or protected veteran status.
Requirements
Required:
At least an M.S. in Chemistry, Biochemistry,or a related field, by the start date.
Ability to teach lecture and lab in General Chemistry and/or Nursing Chemistry (GOB).
Preferred:
Teaching experience is advantageous.
