Assistant Professor of Chemistry (Tenure Track)

Job Title: Assistant Professor of Chemistry (Tenure-track) Classification: Full-time, tenure-track, initial three-year appointment Reports To: STEM Division Coordinator Sweet Briar College is a liberal arts college for women with a long history of forging female leaders. Sweet Briar College has been repeatedly named by US News and World Report as one of the most innovative liberal arts colleges in the nation. Sweet Briar College is growing rapidly, attracting students who are drawn to it for its excellent liberal arts program, coupled with distinctive programs in women’s leadership, engineering (ABET-accredited), sustainability, arts, and its legendary equestrian program. Located in the foothills of Virginia's Blue Ridge Mountains, approximately 12 miles north of Lynchburg and 54 miles south of Charlottesville. The College’s campus is one of the nation’s most spectacular, replete with nature sanctuaries, lakes, forests, trails, and agricultural areas. The College boasts a modern core curriculum focused on women's leadership in the 21st century and undergraduate programs in the arts, sciences, and humanities, as well as a Master of Arts in Teaching. The women’s leadership core curriculum is innovative and energizing. When students graduate, they are persuasive communicators who know how to think on their feet and bring people together. No matter what they study or where they go, Sweet Briar women are prepared to lead. The campus community is a family of faculty, staff, coaches, and alumnae who support and encourage students and each other. Students lead research, ask questions, and forge supportive relationships with faculty that can last for decades. Job Summary: Sweet Briar College invites applications for a tenure-track (initial three-year) appointment as an Assistant Professor of Chemistry, to start teaching in the Fall 2027 semester. The successful candidate will be an engaged scholar-teacher and have a strong commitment to undergraduate education. The incumbent will be expected to teach a variety of courses and laboratories that contribute to our STEM degree and pre-health programs, which will definitely include biochemistry, and may also include general chemistry, organic chemistry, and physical chemistry, as well as one or more upper-level electives such as environmental chemistry or food chemistry to support chemistry and other programs, depending on need and candidate expertise. The incumbent will also teach courses in the Leadership Core Curriculum, our general education curriculum, and will have the opportunity to advise students academically and guide, direct and supervise undergraduate research projects. Required Qualifications: A Ph.D. in chemistry or related field. Applicants who are ABD will be considered if degree completion is scheduled to occur by August 2027;; Ability to teach biochemistry, both lecture and lab Demonstrated teaching experience and potential and interest in undergraduate research; Excellent communication and collaboration skills. Other Duties: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Sweet Briar College is committed to enhancing our community and encourages applications from qualified individuals with varied backgrounds, experiences and ideas who would increase the diversity of the College. How to Apply: To apply, visit the Sweet Briar College Career Center: https://sbc.edu/human-resources/faculty-staff-job-openings/. All applications should include: 1) cover letter; 2) CV; 3) statement on teaching philosophy and research interests; and 4) the names and full contact information for three professional references. Items should be submitted in a single PDF file. Review of applications will begin on December 15 and will continue until the position is filled.