Tenure-track position in analytical chemistry or related cross-disciplinary area available August 19, 2010.  Responsibilities:  teaching undergraduate and graduate classes in preferred discipline as well as teaching general chemistry; developing an active research program in an area that complements the department's existing research programs and involves undergraduate and graduate students. 

Minimum qualifications: Ph.D. in chemistry or closely related area by August 19, 2010; evidence of potential for excellence in teaching; evidence of potential for excellence in research.  

Preferred qualifications:  postdoctoral research experience; teaching experience at the collegiate level (e.g., teaching assistant, instructor, assistant professor); research interests that focus on an area which complements the department's existing research programs.  Excellent benefits, including 100% pension contribution and retiree health care for eligible employees.

Send letter of application, vita, names and contact information for three references (original letters of reference strongly preferred), undergraduate and graduate transcripts, statement of teaching philosophy, and description of proposed research to: 

Dr. Patricia L. Lang, Chairperson
Department of Chemistry
Ball State University
Muncie, IN  47306

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. www.bsu.edu/chemistry

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