Job Details

Temporary Teaching Faculty

Position Number: 6565811
Location: Boulder, CO
Position Type: Science - Chemistry

Temporary Teaching Faculty

Requisition Number: 67305
Location: Boulder Colorado
Employment Type: Faculty
Schedule: Part Time
Posting Close Date: 19-Oct-2025
Date Posted:

Job Summary

The Department of Chemistry in the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Colorado Boulder invites applications for a temporary teaching faculty position with the working title of Lecturer. General chemistry, organic chemistry, and physical chemistry lectures and laboratories are available to teach depending on the qualifications of the candidate and the needs of the department. CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Who We Are

As one of the nation's top-ranked Tier 1 research institutions, the Department of Chemistry is internationally recognized for its outstanding research efforts and education. The Chemistry faculty conduct research in all areas of chemistry, including analytical, materials and nanoscience, organic, and physical chemistry. The Department of Chemistry is a part of the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Colorado Boulder, whose faculty conduct research, scholarship, creative work, and education in more than 60 fields. The college leads nationally in undergraduate and graduate education, bringing world-class research and scholarship to our students, both in and out of the classroom. The college is the academic home to all five of the university's Nobel laureates. Additionally, it is home to the university's four National Medal of Science winners, eight MacArthur "Genius Award" winners, 100 Fulbright Scholars, 17 Guggenheim Fellows, 14 Packard Fellows, 24 members of the National Academy of Sciences, and 23 members of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences. CU-Boulder is the only university in the Rocky Mountain region in the American Association of Universities, a group of the nation's leading research institutions.
For more information, please visit our website: https://www.colorado.edu/chemistry/diversity-and-inclusion

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

Teaching general chemistry lectures and laboratories.
Teaching organic chemistry lectures and laboratories.
Teaching physical chemistry lectures and laboratories.

What You Should Know

This is a part-time, temporary faculty appointment anticipated to begin in January 2025.
The percentage range is 25-100%.
These appointments are temporary in nature and for one teaching term only, subject to the needs of the department.

The terms are defined as: Fall Term, Spring Term or Summer Session.

What We Can Offer

The salary for this position is $7,290 for teaching a 3 credit hour course (25% time).
For more information on compensation, please see the College of Arts and Sciences Temporary Faculty Compensation website. The Department of Chemistry is categorized under Level C.

Benefits

The University of Colorado offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO Pass. The University of Colorado Boulder is one of the largest employers in Boulder County and offers an inspiring higher education environment. Learn more about the University of Colorado Boulder.

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What We Require

Ph.D. in Chemistry or a related field at the time of the appointment.

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials:

CV
Cover letter that addresses the job requirements and outlines the candidate's qualifications.
Statement of Teaching Philosophy

During the application process, you will need to enter the contact information for three references. We will request letters of recommendation and additional materials, as the search progresses.
For consideration, please apply by October 19, 2025.
Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, applications must be submitted through CU Boulder Jobs.
In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

To apply, visit https://jobs.colorado.edu/jobs/JobDetail/Temporary-Teaching-Faculty/67305