Southern California HERC

The primary teaching responsibilities for this position will include instruction of undergraduate Organic Chemistry laboratory and lecture courses as well as potential instruction of General Chemistry courses as well. This position offers the potential for pedagogical innovation in a collaborative team of experienced, pedagogy-driven faculty. Additional associated responsibilities include instruction, oversight of graduate and undergraduate teaching assistants, student assessment, and service on one or more departmental committees based on the candidate’s expertise and/or interest and departmental needs. 

We seek a candidate with a strong background in chemistry/biochemistry instruction and innovative teaching experience at the undergraduate level. Additionally, a strong candidate will exhibit a demonstrated commitment to UMBC?s values of inclusive excellence.  A successful applicant should have a Ph.D. in chemistry or a related field, with a minimum of an M.S. degree required.

Applicants should send a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, a statement detailing their commitment to inclusive excellence in higher education. In addition, applicants should arrange for three letters of recommendation to be submitted on their behalf as well.  For inquiries, please email chemsearch@umbc.edu. For best consideration, submit application materials by May 15, 2026. Consideration of applications will continue until the position is filled.  Expected 9-month salary range:  $68,000 - $72,000, based on experience.

UMBC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

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UMBC is a dynamic public research university integrating teaching, research and service to benefit the citizens of Maryland. As an Honors University, the campus offers academically talented students a strong undergraduate liberal arts foundation that prepares them for graduate and professional study, entry into the workforce, and community service and leadership. UMBC emphasizes science, engineering, information technology, human services and public policy at the graduate level. UMBC contributes to the economic development of the State and the region through entrepreneurial initiatives, workforce training, K-16 partnerships, and technology commercialization in collaboration with public agencies and the corporate community. UMBC is dedicated to cultural and ethnic diversity, social responsibility and lifelong learning.

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