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Job Posting Title: Assistant Professor or Instructor of Chemistry Position Type: Faculty Department: LSUA ASA - Mathematics and Physical Sciences (Prakash Ghimire (00042323)) Work Location: LSU - Alexandria Pay Grade: Academic Job Description: Job Posting Title: Assistant Professor of Chemistry Job Description: The Department of Chemistry and Physics at Louisiana State University at Alexandria invites applications for a full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Chemistry. This is a 9-month position to begin in January 2027. This position focuses on providing high-quality instruction in undergraduate chemistry courses both on campus and online. The ideal candidate will hold a Ph.D. in Chemistry and have demonstrated teaching experience in Organic Chemistry in both face-to-face and online instructional formats. Candidates should also be prepared to teach a range of other chemistry courses. Opportunities exist to develop and teach additional upper-level courses aligned with the candidate’s area of expertise. Responsibilities: Typical duties include but are not limited to: Develops and teaches undergraduate lecture and laboratory courses as assigned, both in-person and online. Maintains high standards of instruction and uses effective teaching methods to support student success. Engages in scholarly activities and mentors undergraduate chemistry research Maintains regular office hours and provides accessible student support. Advises students on academic progress and career opportunities. Participates in curriculum development, assessment, and program improvement Serves on University committees and participates in departmental and institutional activities. Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor This position entails 60% teaching, 20% scholarly activities, and 20% community/university service. Application Instructions: Please submit application, uploading the following as a single PDF: (1) cover letter, (2) CV that includes contact information for three references, (3) teaching philosophy, (4) short statement on research interests and how you would incorporate undergraduate students, (5) unofficial transcripts. Official transcripts, three letters of recommendation, and background check are required before a candidate can be hired. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or other details about the position, please contact hr@lsua.edu or 318-473-6401. Additional Job Description: Competencies: None Special Instructions: Application Instructions: Please submit application, uploading the following as a single PDF: (1) cover letter, (2) CV that includes contact information for three references, (3) teaching philosophy, (4) short statement on research interests and how you would incorporate undergraduate students, (5) unofficial transcripts. Official transcripts, three letters of recommendation, and background check are required before a candidate can be hired. Skills Needed: Preferred Skills: Posting Date: October 9, 2026 Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified): Additional Position Information: Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check. Benefits - LSUA offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more! Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement. Essential Position (Y/N): LSUA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. HCM Contact Information: Questions or concerns can be directed to the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 318-473-6401 or emailed hr@lsua.edu LSU includes institutions, facilities and programs in each of Louisiana’s 64 parishes, and its campuses stretch the length of the state from New Orleans to Shreveport. Each institution plays a vital role in preparing students to incorporate new knowledge and technologies into their daily lives. LSU researchers across Louisiana are working on developing a wide-range of innovations to improve quality of life by studying issues such as disease management, advance medical treatments, obesity, coastal protection, hurricane preparedness, energy, natural resource management and agriculture, among others. Louisiana’s Flagship University is a land-, sea- and space-grant institution with academic programs in all areas of science, engineering, humanities, arts and social sciences. The University comprises of nine institutions: Louisiana State University and Agricultural and Mechanical College (“LSU”), the premier flagship university for the state, which include the Paul M. 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