Experience leading a General Chemistry program.
Experience conducting or supervising undergraduate research,
developing chemistry curricula or experiments, or establishing
collaborations with industry or other external organizations.
Recent research experience, as well as postdoctoral,
industrial, governmental, clinical, or other relevant professional
experience, are preferred.
Experience or interest in incorporating green chemistry or
sustainability into teaching or research is desirable.
Required Application Documents:
Cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy
(up to two pages), research plan (up to five pages, including
proposed scholarly activities and opportunities for undergraduate
student participation), and contact information for three
professional references.
The cover letter should address the applicant’s relevant teaching
experience and interest in providing leadership for the General
Chemistry program. Applicants may also describe experience with
undergraduate research, internships, external partnerships, or
other experiential learning opportunities.
Review of applications will begin on
November 16, 2026, and
continue until the position is filled.
Benefits:
The position includes a comprehensive benefit package*. Benefits
for this position include but are not limited to the
following:
- Unlimited paid sick time.
- 14+ paid holidays per year.
- Medical, Dental & Vision insurance programs at a 15%
employee / 85% employer contribution rate. Flexible Spending
Accounts (FSA) and Dependent Care (FSD).
- Life insurance.
- Generous short-term and long-term disability programs and
workers compensation.
- 403(b) defined contribution plan:
- First 6 years University contributes 7.5%, Employee contributes
a mandatory 4%.
- University contribution increases to 10.5% in year 7, and 12%
after 15 years.
- Employee contribution decreases to 1% in year 7. Remains 1%
thereafter.
- Typical eligibility requirements: 1 year of service and
1,000 hours with Marist University.
- 403(b) Tax Deferred Annuity – Roth option available. Voluntary,
up to IRS maximum contribution.
- Tuition Benefits:
- Up to 16 undergraduate credits per semester. Up to 18 graduate
credit per academic calendar. Eligibility extends to employee,
spouse, and dependent children under age 26.
- University pays 100% tuition only.
- Eligible dependents may be Reimbursed up to $2,000 per semester
towards tuition at another accredited institution.
*Eligibility requirements including waiting periods and/or
employee probationary periods may apply at the discretion of the
University.
About the Department/School:
The Department of Chemistry, Biochemistry, and Physics features
modern laboratories in addition to updated instrumentation for
teaching and research. The School of Science includes 3 other
undergraduate programs in the basic sciences and allied health
(Biology, Environmental Science and Policy, and Medical Technology)
and two graduate programs (MS in Physician Assistant Studies and
Doctorate of Physical Therapy).
Poughkeepsie and several nearby communities are ranked among the
most diverse in the upstate New York region, with major cultural
and recreational attractions as well as easy access to New York
City on Amtrak or Metro-North train service.
The Chemistry, Biochemistry, and Physics Department and the School
of Science are committed to advancing an inclusive climate.
About Marist University:
Founded in 1929, Marist is a comprehensive, independent four-year
institution whose signature educational approach blends the liberal
arts with pre-professional studies and emphasizes experiential
learning to enrich classroom instruction. With campuses in
Poughkeepsie, N.Y., and Florence, Italy, plus over 70 programs
offering a variety of international study, Marist is a portal to
the world and is devoted to nurturing a welcoming, inclusive
community. Through six schools offering almost 50 majors, Marist
cultivates the intellectual growth and well-being of its more than
6,000 undergraduate and graduate students and encourages them to
color outside traditional academic lines as they pursue coursework
and personal experiences that provide valuable occupational
expertise and reflect their individual passions. Marist has been
acclaimed a top institution in the nation by U.S. News & World
Report, the Wall Street Journal/College Pulse, Princeton Review,
and others. To learn more, please visit
https://www.marist.edu/about
Type of Position:
Full-time
Classification:
Faculty (Full-Time)
Months per Year:
9
Work Schedule:
Time as required for teaching, office hours, departmental/school
activities, scholarship/professional development and other
activities as needed. Depends on class schedule and work needed to
complete essential tasks.
Location:
Marist University Main Campus
Number of Position Openings:
1
Equal Employment Statement:
Marist University is committed to creating an inclusive workforce
on our campus by ensuring that barriers to equal employment
opportunity and upward mobility do not exist here. To this end, the
University will strive to achieve the full and fair participation
of all members of the Marist community.
Equal opportunity means employment, development, and promotion of
individuals without consideration of race, color, disability,
religion, age, sex, marital status, national origin, sexual
orientation, or veteran status unless there is a bona fide
occupational requirement which excludes persons in one of these
protected groups. The University will review its employment
policies and procedures to ensure that barriers which may
unnecessarily exclude protected groups are identified and
eliminated. The University will also explore alternative approaches
if any policy or practice is found to have a negative impact on
protected groups.
Marist's policy of non-discrimination includes not only employment
practices but also extends to all services and programs provided by
the University. It shall be considered a violation of University
policy for any member of the community to discriminate against any
individual or group with respect to employment or attendance at
Marist University on the basis of race, color, disability,
religion, age, sex, marital status, national origin, sexual
orientation, veteran status, or any other condition established by
law.
Advertised: October 22, 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
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