Loras College
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF CHEMISTRY Available August 2012
POSITION SUMMARY. The Loras College Chemistry Program seeks a full-time, tenure track Physical Chemist or Biochemist with biophysical training. The successful candidate for this position will teach Biophysical Chemistry and Physical Chemistry. Additional teaching responsibilities may include general chemistry or biochemistry, courses taken by biology, engineering, sport studies and pre-professional students. The candidate will also be expected to offer courses that are part of our thematic liberal arts general education program or intensive experiential January Term. The successful candidate must have a strong commitment to teaching excellence and scholarly research with undergraduates.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE. A Ph.D. is required. Successful teaching experience is preferred. Candidates will be expected to support the mission of the college and respect the college’s Catholic tradition.
COMPENSATION. Compensation is commensurate with qualifications, education and experience. Fringe benefits include medical/dental/life/disability insurance, flexible spending plan, TIAA-CREF retirement plan, tuition remission program, membership at Wellness Center and Graber Sports Center/San Jose Pool, free admission to many college events and free off-street parking.
DIVISION OF MOLECULAR & LIFE SCIENCES. The Chemistry Program consists of 5 full-time faculty members and is housed within the division of Molecular & Life Sciences, consisting of 10 full time faculty.
THE COLLEGE. Founded in 1839, Loras College is a Catholic, four-year, coeducational, liberal arts institution that includes pre professional and career preparation and is dedicated to high academic, ethical and moral standards. The student body consists of approximately 1,600 students, over 90 percent of whom are full-time undergraduates. The college is a wireless laptop campus and there will be opportunities for developing technology-rich interdisciplinary courses for the general education curriculum.
THE COMMUNITY. Loras College's 60 acre campus is located on one of Dubuque's highest bluffs, overlooking the Mississippi River at the junction of the states of Iowa, Illinois, and Wisconsin, about three hours west of Chicago. Dubuque's population is approximately 60,000. Its nineteenth century architecture is woven into limestone bluffs and provides a picturesque backdrop to the river landscape. Many residential and commercial areas have been designated as historical districts to preserve Dubuque's unique heritage. Its strong education base supports numerous cultural activities. In addition, there are sporting events, shopping facilities, schools, and churches that are convenient to its residents. The climate has marked seasons with a comfortable summer, cool spring and fall, and a winter that encourages a variety of sports that have in recent years attracted a growing tourism industry.
APPLICATION DEADLINE. Review of applications will begin November 21, 2011 and continue until the position is filled. For more information, contact Dr. David Oostendorp, Search Committee Chair, at (563) 588-7259 or david.oostendorp@loras.edu .
APPLICATION PROCEDURE. Applicants must go to: http://loras.iapplicants.com to apply. Please upload: your letter of application, curriculum vitae, teaching statement, and research statement. Have three letters of recommendation mailed directly to: Chemistry Search Committee, c/o Human Resources, Loras College, 1450 Alta Vista St., Dubuque, IA, 52001. Finalists will need to pass a detailed background check before an offer is extended. Please contact the Loras College Human and Organizational Development (HOD) office at (563) 588-7110 if you have any questions.
Loras College encourages all interested applicants, especially women and minorities, to apply. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Please visit Loras at: www.loras.edu for additional information about Loras College.