Assistant Professor – Chemistry

FACULTY VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

The mission of the Natural Sciences Department is to provide high quality educational programs in science and engineering as well as in support courses for the AAS, Allied Health and Liberal Arts programs. The Department assists students to develop the skills required to analyze the mechanics of the natural and physical environment, learn to think critically, communicate effectively, cultivate an understanding of basic scientific and ethical values, and become responsible citizens of the world. The department also plays a major role in guiding our students of diverse, multicultural backgrounds to acquire advanced knowledge and research skills empowering them to pursue higher education degrees in science and engineering.

The Natural Sciences Department invites qualified candidates with expertise in Chemistry to apply for the position of Assistant Professor in Chemistry. In addition to teaching, faculty members are required to conduct research and develop specialized courses in their area of expertise, share departmental and college responsibilities, and provide mentoring and advisement to students. Responsibilities also include administrative, supervisory and other duties as assigned. Essential duties require on-campus presence. All CUNY employees must reside within a commutable distance to the tri-state area.

QUALIFICATIONS

Ph.D. degree in area(s) of experience or equivalent. Also required are the ability to teach successfully, demonstrated scholarship or achievement, and ability to cooperate with others for the good of the institution.

The following qualifications are preferred:

• PhD in the area of expertise or equivalent.
• Experience in the teaching of diverse undergraduate student body and record of scholarship achievements are required.
• Availability to teach evening and weekend classes
• Demonstrate expertise in in the field of Chemistry; have interest in developing general and research courses in Chemistry at Hostos Community College and dual programs in Chemistry with senior colleges of the City University of New York.
• Record of procurement of external funding is highly desirable.

COMPENSATION

$70,238 – $82,928; Salary commensurate with education and experience.

CUNY offers faculty a competitive compensation and benefits package covering health insurance, pension and retirement benefits, paid parental leave, and savings programs. We also provide mentoring and support for research, scholarship, and publication as part of our commitment to ongoing faculty professional development.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Employees hired on or after October 1, 2022, and their eligible dependents will only be eligible to enroll in the EmblemHealth HIP HMO Preferred Plan and must remain in the HIP HMO Preferred Plan for the first year (365 days) of employment.

After 365 days of employment, employees will have the option of either remaining in the HIP HMO Preferred Plan or selecting a different health plan within 30 days before the end of the 365th day period. If a new health plan is selected, the new plan will be effective on the 366th day. Only after the 365th day can the employee participate in any Annual Fall Transfer Enrollment.

An employee who needs to request an exemption from the required enrollment in the HIP HMO Preferred Plan can do so by submitting a HIP HMO Opt-Out Request Form to EmblemHealth. An employee, or eligible dependent must meet certain criteria and the request must be approved by EmblemHealth before the exemption is granted. The HIP HMO Opt-Out Request Form and HIP service area are available on the EmblemHealth website.

HOW TO APPLY

Applicants must apply online by accessing the CUNY website at www.cuny.edu and navigating to the following links: “Employment” and “Search Job Postings”

Please attach cover letter, resume, and three professional references.

Please submit the following documents with your online application:

• letter of interest

• curriculum vitae

• evidence of teaching ability

• contact information for at least three references

*Candidates will be required to provide proof of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 upon commencing employment. Exempt on (medical or religious) requests to this requirement will be considered in accordance with applicable law. Being fully vaccinated is defined for this purpose as being at least two weeks past their final dose of an authorized COVID-19 vaccine regimen. Final candidates must be fully vaccinated as of their first day of employment.

CLOSING DATE

Open until filled with review of applications to begin November 15, 2022.

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EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.