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Job Posting Title:

Instructor

   

Position Type:

Faculty

   

Department:

LSUAM Science - Department of Chemistry (John Anthony Pojman (00001172))

   

Work Location:

0116 A.R. Choppin Hall - Chemistry

   

Pay Grade:

Academic

   

Job Description:

The purpose of this instructor position will be to develop and teach undergraduate chemistry lecture and laboratory courses for LSU Online and LSU Campus, and to provide service in support for Department of Chemistry as needed. The primary teaching responsibility is General Chemistry, but there is flexibility to teach Analytical and/or Organic Chemistry courses as needed.

Job Duties:

• Develop and teach undergraduate chemistry lecture and laboratory courses for LSU Online and LSU Campus.

• Oversee graduate teaching assistants; Contribute to departmental service.

• Additional duties as deemed necessary by the Director of Undergraduate Laboratories, Associate Chair for Undergraduate Studies, or the Department Chair to fit the changing needs of a growing department.

Min Qualifications:

• Master's in chemistry or related field

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in chemistry or related field

• Experience with online pedagogy.

Special or Physical Requirements:

• Physical ability and eye-hand coordination necessary to use a computer/laptop/iPad.

• Ability to sit and/or stand in the same position for extended periods (3.5 to 4 hours) at a time.

• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively using phone, email, Zoom/Teams or direct contact with individuals (including conducting presentations or trainings and interacting with students/families).

• FERPA - As with all LSU employees, due to this position title and/or responsibilities, this position has an obligation to assist students in the acquisition of necessary services. Should a student appear in need of or seek assistance with issues of an emotional, behavioral, or mental health related matter they should be referred to the proper service within the Student Health Center. In situations where the student creates an impression that they are a danger to themselves or others, the advisor should immediately contact the Care Team, the Dean of Students or the appropriate law enforcement agency. The employee outside of those rights contained within FERPA should create no impression of client or patient confidentiality.

   

Additional Job Description:

Special Instructions:

Please provide a cover letter, resume, and three (3) professional references including name, title, phone number, and e-mail address.

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A copy of your transcript(s) may be attached to your application; however, original transcripts are required before hiring.

Due to the nature of the position and/or position responsibilities this position shall be subject to pre-employment screenings.

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Posting Date:

September 26, 2025

   

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

March 25, 2026

  

Additional Position Information:

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

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Essential Position (Y/N):

N

   

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

   

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