Instructor

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Job Posting Title:

Instructor

   

Position Type:

Faculty

   

Department:

LSUAM Science - Department of Chemistry (John Anthony Pojman (00001172))

   

Work Location:

0116 A.R. Choppin Hall - Chemistry

   

Pay Grade:

Academic

   

Job Description:

The purpose of this instructor position will be to develop and teach undergraduate chemistry lecture and laboratory courses for LSU Online and LSU Campus, and to provide service in support for Department of Chemistry as needed. The primary teaching responsibility is General Chemistry. The instructor will also contribute to teaching more advanced courses as needed, for example, Analytical and Forensic Chemistry laboratories.

Job Duties

• 80% Develop and teach undergraduate chemistry lecture and laboratory courses for LSU Online and LSU Campus.

• 10% Oversee graduate teaching assistants; Contribute to departmental service.

• 10% Additional duties as deemed necessary by the Director of Undergraduate Laboratories, Associate Chair for Undergraduate Studies, or the Department Chair to fit the changing needs of a growing department.

Minimum qualifications:

Master's degree in chemistry or related field

Preferred qualifications:

Ph.D in chemistry or related field

Additional Requirements

FERPA - As with all LSU employees, due to this position title and/or responsibilities, this position has an obligation to assist students in the acquisition of necessary services. Should a student appear in need of or seek assistance with issues of an emotional, behavioral, or mental health related matter they should be referred to the proper service within the Student Health Center. In situations where the student creates an impression that they are a danger to themselves or others, the advisor should immediately contact the Care Team, the Dean of Students or the appropriate law enforcement agency. The employee outside of those rights contained within FERPA should create no impression of client or patient confidentiality.

Job Competencies

Proficient in developing and teaching undergraduate chemistry lecture and laboratory courses.

   

Additional Job Description:

Special Instructions:

Please provide resume, cover letter, and three professional references
including name, title, phone number and e-mail address. Please attach ALL required documents under the "Resume/CV" section of your application.
A copy of your transcript(s) may be attached to your application (if available); however, original transcripts are required prior to hire.
For questions regarding this position, please contact Amy Commander: [email protected].

   

Posting Date:

April 15, 2026

   

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

August 11, 2026

  

Additional Position Information:

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - LSU 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!

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Essential Position (Y/N):

N

   

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

   

All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university’s ability to employ individuals in certain positions.

   

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