LPSOE Organic Chemistry a.k.a. Tenure-track Assistant Professor of Teaching Chemistry (with
preference for Organic Chemistry)
Apply at https://recruit.ucdavis.edu/JPF03030 by October 1, 2019 for full consideration
Refer to Position #JPF03030 in all correspondence.
The Department of Chemistry at the University of California, Davis (UC Davis) invites applications for a
tenure-track Assistant Professor of Teaching (also termed Lecturer with Potential for Security of
Employment, LPSOE) position with a starting date of July 1, 2020. This faculty series is unique to the
University of California system. It carries full membership in the Academic Senate with comparable rights
and responsibilities as the standard professorial track, but with a greater emphasis on teaching and
educational scholarship. The primary focus of this position is teaching chemistry courses within the
undergraduate curriculum including both lectures and laboratory courses, with a preference for Organic
Chemistry series. The position is a 9-month Academic Senate appointment paid over 12 months.
Candidates should have a Ph.D. in Chemistry, Chemical Education, or a closely related field (obtained by
the beginning of Fall Quarter 2020) and have demonstrated potential for a recognized program of
excellence in teaching, professional achievement, and intellectual leadership through publication, creative
accomplishments, or other professional activity. The candidate should be familiar with existing learning
assessment methodologies and pedagogies, and will be expected to have intent to pursue creative activities
in chemical education, innovative ideas for instructional initiatives, collaborate with faculty conducting
chemical education research, provide coordination for evidence-based teaching methods, and contribute to
University and public service.
The University of California, Davis and the Chemistry Department are interested in candidates who are
committed to the highest standards of scholarship and professional activities, and to the development of a
campus climate that supports equality and diversity. The University of California is an affirmative
action/equal opportunity employer. Further information on the Department can be found at:
TO APPLY: The deadline for full consideration is October 1, 2019. Applications should be submitted
as PDF files online at: https://recruit.ucdavis.edu/apply/JPF03030. Each application must include: cover
letter, curriculum vitae with a list of publications and reprints of up to five representative papers, a
statement of professional achievement and activity, a statement of past teaching experiences (student
evaluations, sample course materials including syllabi and handouts for up to three previous experiences
can be included), a statement of teaching philosophy and proposed teaching interest and plan, a statement
on past and/or potential contributions to diversity, equity and inclusion through teaching, professional
activity, and/or service.
Candidates must also arrange to have three confidential letters of
recommendation addressing teaching, scholarly activity, and professional service submitted to the above
website by the deadline. Please contact Xi Chen (xiichen@ucdavis.edu) if additional information
regarding this position is desired.