Chemistry and Biochemistry: (term position)

The Calvin College Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry invites applications for a possible two-year term position to begin in the fall of 2008, pending administrative approval.

Qualifications:

The department seeks candidates who demonstrate strong commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching and a willingness to supervise undergraduate research.  The area is open, but preference will be given to biochemistry candidates or those who can interface with biochemistry (e.g., bio-analytical).  The successful candidate will be able to teach general chemistry and courses in their specialty.  A Ph.D. is required.

About the Department:

The department has 12 faculty and offers ACS degrees in chemistry and biochemistry, and has excellent facilities for teaching and conducting research. 

About Calvin:

Calvin College is a private four-year college with an enrollment of 4,300 students.  It is a Christian college in the Reformed tradition and all candidates are expected to embrace both the Christian faith as expressed in the Reformed creeds and the educational mission of the college.  More information about the mission of the college may be found here.

Application Procedure:

Review of applications will begin on November 15 and continue until the position is filled. Applicants should send a cover letter that specifically addresses the ways the candidate can support the mission of the college, a curriculum vitae, undergraduate and graduate transcripts, and arrange for the submission of three letters of recommendation.  All materials should be sent to:

• Dr. Larry Louters, Chair,
• Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry
• Calvin College
• 1726 Knollcrest Circle SE
• Grand Rapids, MI 49546-4403
• (lout@calvin.edu)

Calvin College is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. 

Last updated Wednesday, April 9, 2008