Lecturer - Chemistry

Position Overview:

The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at Boise State University invites applications for a full-time Lecturer position. The successful candidate will contribute to the department’s teaching mission by instructing a combination of introductory chemistry courses and upper-division courses within their area of disciplinary expertise. Specific course assignments will include general chemistry, and may also include subdiscipline specific courses that align with departmental needs and the candidate’s background.

Lecturers in the department typically teach an average of four courses per semester and are integral members of the instructional team, dedicated to delivering high-quality, engaging undergraduate education. The department values innovative and inclusive teaching approaches that promote student learning and success, including the use of active learning strategies, modern laboratory instrumentation, and technology-enhanced instruction.

In addition to teaching, lecturers are expected to contribute to departmental and university service, which may include participation in committees, curriculum development, student mentoring, and outreach activities. The department encourages professional growth and engagement in initiatives that enhance teaching effectiveness and the student experience.

Department Overview:

The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry offers a Bachelor’s and Master of Science degrees in Chemistry. The department's vision is to “Promote student success through excellence in chemistry.” We realize this vision by providing exceptional student research experiences and a curriculum that includes developing critical thinking skills, independent research projects, instrumentation training, exceptional laboratory practices, and mastery of scientific writing. 

As a Carnegie R2 ranked institution (Ph.D. granting, high research activity), we are dedicated to increasing high impact research. Our faculty members conduct research in areas such as drug discovery, medicinal chemistry & medical devices, cosmochemistry, prebiotic chemistry, archaeological science, computational chemistry, enzymology and enzyme mechanisms, RNA and protein chemistry, and polymer chemistry. Our faculty members participate and mentor Ph.D. graduate students in transdisciplinary programs including Materials Science and Engineering, Biomolecular Sciences, Biomedical Engineering, Computing, and Systems Engineering (planned). 

We are proud of our collaborative culture and our shared goal to “work in a department that embraces a team spirit of cooperation and respect for all.”

About Boise State:

Boise State University is a powerhouse of creativity, research, and impact. Our campus sits along the Boise River and reaches into the heart of Idaho’s capital – a vibrant hub for innovation, culture, and outdoor adventure. We’re nationally recognized for trailblazing research, student success, and community impact.

Our faculty are scholars, mentors, and changemakers who advance ideas, discoveries, and the next generation of leaders. Boise offers the perfect backdrop – a welcoming city with a thriving arts scene, growing tech sector, and mountains on the horizon. Join us and help shape a bold, collaborative academic community.

Learn more about faculty careers at Boise State and the City of Boise.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree Chemistry or Biochemistry

Preferred Qualifications:

• PhD in Chemistry or Chemical Education
• Experience in some of the following areas 
• Instruction of general chemistry 
• Instruction of upper division lecture or laboratory courses
• Development and instruction of online chemistry courses
• Engagement in evidence based instructional based practices 
• Instruction of general chemistry 
• Instruction of upper division lecture or laboratory courses
• Development and instruction of online chemistry courses
• Engagement in evidence based instructional based practices 

Required Application Materials:

• Cover Letter

• Resume Or Cv

• Teaching Philosophy Statement

• Contact information for three professional references

Closing Date:

Position will remain open until filled, with review to begin on October 27th.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Chris Saunders, chrissaunders@boisestate.edu

Salary And Benefits:

Salary ranges from $56,000 to $61,000 and is commensurate with experience

Our standard faculty contract is a 9-month contract (unless otherwise noted) with pay and benefits spread over 12 months. This is a yearly, renewable contract, unless noted that the position is temporary. More information about faculty contract and work days is available here. 

Boise State University provides a best-in-class benefits package, including (but not limited to):

• 10.76% University contribution to your ORP retirement fund (Professional and Faculty employees)
• Excellent medical, dental and other health-related insurance coverages
• Tuition fee waiver benefits for employees, spouses and their dependents
• Dual Career Assistance Support for spouses and partners.
• See our full benefits page for more information

*The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry is also recruiting for an Assistant Teaching Professor. Applicants are encouraged to review the Assistant Teaching Professor posting and share it with colleagues or professional networks who may be interested.*