The Department of Chemistry at Hanover College invites applications for a tenure track position as Assistant Professor of Chemistry to start in August 2025. Specialization in a range of fields will be considered, but the ability to teach both semesters of introductory chemistry is required. Upper-level course teaching load is dependent on the disciplinary strengths of the candidate. Candidates should indicate in their application which of our current course offerings (analytical sequence, biochemistry sequence, communications in chemistry, organic chemistry, inorganic chemistry) they feel best suits their expertise, as well as any courses they could add to our catalog. The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to excite and interest students in the classroom and the lab. Additionally, the candidate is expected to lead undergraduate-level research with a strong focus on feasible goals within a liberal arts environment. Successful candidates will demonstrate a commitment to engage the interests of a diverse student population and foster inclusivity across campus. Minimum qualification is a Ph.D. in chemistry or biochemistry. ABD will be considered, but the degree must be earned prior to the start date. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. For further details visit https://www.hanover.edu/about/employment .

To Apply

Review of applications begins October, 15 2024 and continues until the position is filled. Electronic applications should include an application letter stating why you are interested in Hanover College, an undergraduate research proposal, a teaching philosophy containing a statement on inclusivity in the classroom, a curriculum vitae, contact information for three professional references, and copies of transcripts. To apply and upload documents, visithttps://hanover.hirecentric.com/jobsearch/. For more information, seehttps://www.hanover.edu/about/employment.Questions may be directed to Professor Sarah Fantin, Chair, Chemistry Search, c/o facultysearch@hanover.edu. References will be contacted directly at a later date.

About Hanover College

Hanover College is a premier, nationally recognized liberal arts institution that has core strengths in the natural and life sciences, education, and business. Founded in 1827, Hanover is Indiana's oldest private, four-year college and sits on a beautiful 650-acre campus overlooking the Ohio River. Hanover's 1200 undergraduate and graduate students participate in a distinctive intellectual, challenging, and supportive community whose members value transformative learning, meaningful service, and lifelong inquiry. The College's students are encouraged to take responsibility for their learning and lives and nurtured to develop each individual's unique abilities to their highest level. Hanover is situated just west of historic Madison, IN. Once a major river port for the state, Madison (population 12,000) has maintained its sense of 19th century heritage with 133 city blocks on the National Register of Historic Places, designating it as the state's largest historic district. In 2024,Historic Madison Indiana was named #1 Small Town in the Midwest by USA Today 10Best Readers' Choice Awards

Hanover College is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing an inclusive, welcoming, and diverse college environment. The students, faculty, staff, and trustees of Hanover College are committed to providing a diverse, equitable, and inclusive campus so that all feel welcome to seek academic, personal, and moral growth within a community that is safe, challenging, and responsive. We embrace diversity in recruiting and retaining students, faculty, and staff of all backgrounds regardless of age, race, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, national origin, marital status, political viewpoint, religion, sex, sexual orientation or veteran status. We recognize that our definition of diversity must be inclusive, porous in its boundaries and ever evolving, changing as our campus, our society, and our vision of the world changes. It must also create a safe space for the discussion and debate of well-reasoned, thoughtful, and constructive ideas of all kinds. We strive to practice respect, compassion, and understanding for one another, so that all may participate in the open and free exchange of ideas necessary for a meaningful education and a successful democracy.