Bethel University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track position in the Department of Chemistry. Area of specialty must be organic chemistry, or a closely related field.

We are open to hiring an Assistant, Associate or Full Professor for this position. The range for an Assistant Professor is $55,599 - $70,043, Associate Professor is $62,927 - $84,168 and Full Professor is $77,265 - $95,904.

● Teach the equivalent of a six-course load per year, including organic chemistry as well as introductory chemistry or other upper-division courses consistent with the background and interests of the candidate and the needs of the department.
● Contribute to innovation in undergraduate chemistry education.
● Engage in scholarly work in chemistry or chemistry education.
● Lead and supervise student research projects.
● Engage in academic advising and committee work.
● Collaboratively support departmental goals in areas such as recruiting, curricular reform, assessment, and community building.
● Live out a commitment to the liberal arts educational mission and Christian orientation of the University.
● Contribute to an academic environment that seeks to advance inclusive excellence in the department and the discipline.

●  Ability to teach chemistry to undergraduate majors and non-majors, and to students from a variety of socio-economic, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds.

●  Ability to lead a research program involving undergraduates.

●  Demonstrated ability to collaborate and work effectively as a member of a team.

●  Strong interest in integrating faith and learning.

Chemistry teaching experience at the college level strongly preferred.

PhD in Chemistry or Chemical Education required; specialization in Organic, or a closely related field.

Compensation:

Assistant Professor is $55,599 - $70,043, Associate Professor is $62,927 - $84,168 and Full Professor is $77,265 - $95,904

Position open:     

August 2025

Additional Information:

●  Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Questions?
Academic Affairs
College of Arts & Sciences
Bethel University
3900 Bethel Drive
St. Paul, MN 55112
651.638.6804
cas-academic-affairs@bethel.edu

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Bethel University is a leader in Christ-centered higher education with approximately 5,000 students from 48 states and 32 countries enrolled in undergraduate, graduate, seminary, and adult education programs. Based in St. Paul, Minnesota, Bethel offers bachelor's and advanced degrees in nearly 100 fields. Educationally excellent classroom-based and online programs equip graduates to make exceptional contributions in life-long service to God and the world.
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