Assistant or Associate Professor of Chemistry

The position is for nine months with the possibility of summer school teaching. Classes and other responsibilities are conducted primarily on weekdays but could include some evening classes and independent studies. Attendance will also be required at some evening and weekend events

LeTourneau University, a vibrant and growing interdenominational, evangelical Christian university, known for high-quality STEM programs that attract students of outstanding academic ability, invites applications and nominations for the position of Assistant/Associate Professor of Chemistry, Department of Natural Sciences. This is a tenure-track position with rank negotiable based on experience. This faculty member will teach a range of chemistry courses from General Chemistry through upper-level courses. The ideal candidate will have a degree and research experience in Physical Chemistry, excellent team-building skills, and the interest and experience to provide growth to the Department of Natural Sciences. Research and teaching experience are highly desired.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Teach a full-time load of chemistry courses, involving preparation of course materials and assessments
• Conduct laboratory instruction conforming to best practices, including those for safety
• Obtain laboratory equipment and supplies for instruction and undergraduate research
• Empower and supervise undergraduate research
• Participate actively in the university learning community, including committees, seminars, and department meetings
• Participate in student advising and success programs
• Maintain a commitment to academic scholarship in the field of expertise

• LeTourneau University seeks an individual with an enthusiastic and contagious Christian faith who is committed to teaching, research, and leadership at a small, dynamic Christian university where the integration of faith and academic excellence is paramount. The candidate must be in genuine agreement with the University’s Statement of Faith and Community Covenant for life and work at LeTourneau.
• An earned doctorate in the field of Chemistry (Ph.D.) with specialization in Physical Chemistry from an accredited university or in a closely related field
• Demonstrated teaching competencies must include designing and teaching freshman to senior-level chemistry courses (lecture and laboratory), including physical chemistry and general chemistry (with the potential to teach other upper-level courses)
• Interpersonal skills to effectively and professionally interact with students, colleagues, and administrators in a university learning community
• Experience and skills in chemistry research transferable to research that will involve undergraduate students

Interested applicants should submit a letter of interest, CV, completed application, and copies of unofficial transcripts to the email address listed below. The review process will begin as early as October 31^st, 2025, and all applications received by November 14^th, 2025, will receive full consideration. Applications after that date will be reviewed as received until the position is filled. Applications are available at www.letu.edu/jobs and should be submitted electronically to:

In accordance with applicable provisions of federal law, applicants for employment who are in agreement with the educational mission of LeTourneau University and applicants for admission to educational programs or activities are considered without discrimination on the basis of race, age, sex, handicapping condition, national origin or genetic information.  Inquiries about this policy should be directed to the Director of Human Resources, (903) 233-4170.

LeTourneau University is the premier Christian polytechnic university in the nation where educators engage students to nurture Christian virtue, develop competency and ingenuity in their professional fields, integrate faith and work, and serve the local and global community.

LETU is a Christ-centered, interdenominational institute of higher learning offering more than 85 undergraduate and graduate degree programs in arts and sciences, aviation, business & technology, communication, computer science, criminal justice, education, engineering, nursing, psychology & counseling and theology & vocation. LETU's 2,700 students represent nearly all 50 states, more than 30 foreign countries, and around 50 different denominational groups.

LETU is consistently recognized by U.S. News and World Report as one of "America's Best Colleges," and the engineering program is ranked nationally. LeTourneau University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097, telephone 404-679-4500, at http://www.sacscoc.org) to award associate, baccalaureate and master's degrees. LeTourneau University's engineering and engineering technology programs are accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission and the Technology Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technology, 111 Market Place, Suite 1050, Baltimore, MD 21202-4012 - telephone: 410-347-7700. The Carnegie Foundation classifies LeTourneau University as a Master's (Comprehensive) University II.

The 162 acre main campus is located in Longview, Texas, a progressive hub city with an MSA of over 190,000, nestled among the beautiful pine-forested hills and lakes of East Texas. It is approximately 120 miles east of Dallas, Texas and 60 miles west of Shreveport, Louisiana.

See https://www.letu.edu for more information.