Description

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated individual for a tenure-track instructor position in Chemistry at the Instructor I level. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to engage with undergraduate students in both lecture and lab settings, focusing primarily on introductory chemistry courses. We encourage applicants who are passionate about fostering student success in foundational chemistry courses.

Company Culture and Environment

Our institution is known for its rich historical and cultural heritage, nestled between the Highlands and Pintler mountain ranges. We foster a community focused on excellence in teaching, learning, and student success.

Career Growth and Development Opportunities

This position provides opportunities for professional development, including participation in departmental activities and mentorship of students, supporting their academic and professional growth.

Detailed Benefits and Perks

We offer a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance with low deductibles, generous retirement contributions, paid time off, and tuition assistance. There are also possible remote work options and eligibility for reduced tuition for dependents after 4 months of employment.

Compensation and Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with low deductibles.
• Generous retirement contributions and paid time off.
• Tuition assistance and life insurance benefits.
• Possible remote work options and eligibility for reduced tuition for dependents after 4 months of employment.

Why you should apply for this position today

Working with us means becoming part of a community focused on making a significant impact in the field of Chemistry and contributing to the development of future leaders in the sciences, engineering, and technology.

Skills

• Strong skills in teaching both lecture and laboratory sections of general chemistry courses.
• Ability to maintain a safe, organized lab environment with proper waste management and chemical inventory.
• Effective communication skills, both written and oral.
• Demonstrated success in outreach, recruitment, retention, and mentoring of undergraduate chemistry majors.
• Experience in planning, organizing, and implementing laboratory courses for general chemistry.

Responsibilities

• Manage the general chemistry laboratory sequence, including planning and purchasing chemicals and materials for labs each semester, preparing labs, ensuring proper clean-up and waste disposal, and overseeing laboratory teaching assistants.
• Teach undergraduate courses in areas such as general chemistry laboratory, introductory chemistry, computational chemistry, and potentially other introductory courses.
• Participate in departmental activities focused on recruitment and retention of undergraduate chemistry majors.
• Contribute to the campus-wide chemical safety committee and coordinate yearly chemical waste disposal efforts.
• Advise and mentor students, supporting their academic and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Earned Master’s degree in Chemistry or a closely related field by August 16, 2025.
• Experience in planning, organizing, and implementing laboratory courses for general chemistry.
• Demonstrated experience in laboratory space maintenance is preferred.

Education Requirements

• Master’s degree in Chemistry or a closely related field.
• PhD in Chemistry or a closely related field is preferred.

Education Requirements Credential Category

• Master’s degree.

Experience Requirements

• Experience teaching at the university level in any area of chemistry is preferred.
• Demonstrated success in outreach, recruitment, retention, and mentoring of undergraduate chemistry majors.

Why work in Butte, MT

Butte is recognized as a “Gateway to the Continental Divide Trail,” offering unmatched outdoor recreational opportunities. The area is rich in historical and cultural heritage, providing an exceptional quality of life.

All employment offers are contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background check. Our institution is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment. We encourage individuals from underrepresented groups to apply and offer accommodations for applicants with disabilities. We also provide employment preference to veterans and eligible relatives in accordance with state and federal law.