Assistant Professor of Physical Chemistry

The Department of Natural and Physical Sciences at Graceland University seeks candidates for a Tenure Track Assistant Professor position to start August 14, 2025.

The candidate should have a PhD (ABD is acceptable) in physical chemistry, chemical physics, or extremely related field at the time of appointment (MS candidates will be considered for a Non-tenure Track Assistant Professor term position).

Primary duties include: teaching of courses in physics (including laboratories), physical chemistry (including laboratories), courses in the general education program, and some laboratory preparation/equipment maintenance. Other duties include but are not limited to, mentoring senior research projects, advising students, help with recruiting new students continued professional development, serving on department and university committees, and providing other service to the university.

Equal Opportunity Employment has been, and will continue to be, a fundamental principle at Graceland University, where employment is based upon personal capabilities and qualifications without discrimination because of race, color, creed, gender identity, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic by law.

Graceland University is a private, liberal arts university, rurally located an hour from Des Moines and two hours from Kansas City.

Your letter of application, curriculum vitae, teaching philosophy, unofficial transcripts, and a list of at least three professional references with contact information should be submitted using the application from below, emailed to mshawgo@graceland.edu, or mailed to: Dr. Mary Shawgo Chair, Department of Natural and Physical Sciences, Graceland University, 1 University Place, Lamoni, IA, 50140.

Electronic submissions are encouraged.

Review of application immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

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