Lecturer or Senior Lecturer of Chemistry

Posting Number F01954P Department SDSMT-Chemistry, Biology, and Health Sciences Physical Location of Position (City) Rapid City Posting Text The Department of Chemistry, Biology, and Health Sciences ( CBHS ) at South Dakota Mines invites applications for a full-time, 9-month-term faculty position at the rank of Lecturer or Senior Lecturer to support the Chemistry program. The anticipated start date is August 2027. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Rank will be commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications and teaching experience. CBHS offers three undergraduate programs including an American Chemical Society ( ACS )-certified Bachelor of Science in Chemistry. The department also offers M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in Chemical and Biological Sciences. In addition, the chemistry program provides curriculum support for numerous academic programs across the university.

Primary responsibilities of the position include teaching General Chemistry, Physical Chemistry, and associated laboratory courses. Depending on departmental needs and the candidate’s expertise, additional teaching responsibilities may include courses in other areas of chemistry. Opportunities for summer teaching, with additional compensation, may also be available. A Ph.D. in Chemistry, Chemical Education, or a closely related field is required, with expertise in Physical Chemistry preferred.

The successful candidate will be expected to: Demonstrate excellence in undergraduate teaching and student mentoring. Develop and implement innovative, evidence-based pedagogical approaches, including experiential-learning and active-learning strategies. Contribute to curriculum development and continuous program improvement. Advise and mentor undergraduate students.

Participate in departmental and university service activities. Collaborate effectively with faculty and staff to support the educational mission of the department and university. The department seeks candidates who are passionate about teaching, committed to fostering student engagement and success, and dedicated to maintaining a high-quality learning environment. To Apply: Applications must be made online at https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu .

South Dakota Mines is committed to recruiting and retaining a talented workforce and offers an excellent comprehensive benefits package for employees, spouses and dependents; retirement plans; paid holidays; and a generous vacation and sick day allowance. Human Resources can provide accommodation to the online application process and may be reached at (605) 394-1203 or [email protected] . Review of applications will begin November 24, 2026. Employment is contingent upon completion of a satisfactory background investigation.

Posting Date 10/26/2026 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes First Consideration Date 11/24/2026 Advertised Salary Duration of the Term 9 months If Other, describe duration Appointment Percent 100% Tenure Status Term Proposed Rank Lecturer Work Hours Typical Hours Worked Per Week Appointment Type Regular Scope of Search External (includes Internal) If internal, define scope of search Department Description and Cultural Expectations Campus Information: Founded in 1885, South Dakota Mines is the premier destination for ambitious students seeking bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral degrees in STEM fields. Our vibrant community of supportive faculty, tenacious students, and passionate alumni fosters a culture of ingenuity, collaboration, and lifelong success. South Dakota Mines is recognized frequently for its rigorous curriculum, groundbreaking research, and return on investment. The South Dakota Mines Strategic Plan can be found here .

Rapid City, the home of the Hardrockers, is the state’s second-largest city with an MSA population of nearly 160,000. The city is nestled next to the beautiful Black Hills, a region boasting breathtaking scenery, hundreds of miles of trails for outdoor enthusiasts, and attractions ranging from complex cave systems to historic towns and massive monuments. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement South Dakota Mines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. South Dakota Mines and the Board of Regents ensure that all employment practices are free of discrimination.

Contact Information Working Conditions Cognitive Requirements Please check the appropriate response that describe the cognitive requirements for this position. Analyzing, Comprehend, Frequent Change, Intense Customer Interaction, Memory, Pace-fast, Perform calculations, Reading, Reasoning, Verbal Communication, Written Communication, Logic, Multiple Priorities, Multiple Stimuli, Pace-average Protective Clothing/Equipment Please check the appropriate response for this position's use of the following protective clothing or equipment. Eye Protection, Protective Clothing If other protection is used please identify Physical Requirements Please designate the physical requirements of this position Balancing, Carrying, Climbing Stairs, Fine Finger Manipulation (keyboarding, pipefitting, bench work, etc), Grasping, Kneeling, Lifting moderate, Pushing/Pulling, Reaching, Sitting for sustained periods of time, Standing for sustained periods of time, Use Both Hands, Use of Either Hand, Independently, Walking, Wrist Movement (twisting or rotating) Describe any of the conditions selected Physical requirements described are for teaching lectures and labs and for interaction with students. Sensory Requirements Please check the appropriate response that describe the sensory requirements for this position.

Speaking Working Conditions & Exposures Working Conditions or Exposures (or potential exposures) that this position may encounter during the course of the work day. Chemical Hazards Please describe, in more detail, any of the conditions checked above Work involves chemistry. Working Environment Check the appropriate box(es) that best describes the environment in which the primary function of the position is performed. Classroom Environment, Lab Environment, Office Environment If you have indicated Other Environment, if work tasks involve one or more of the above, or if further explanation is necessary, please use the space provided.

Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * How did you hear about this employment opportunity? Public Job Posting Internal Job Posting Agency Referral Advertisement/Publication Personal Referral Website Other Attach a cover letter, CV, teaching philosophy (attach as other), and name, mailing and email address, and phone number for three professional references. (Open Ended Question) Documents Needed to Apply Required Documents Cover Letter Curriculum Vitae Other Reference List Optional Documents The South Dakota Board of Regents is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Board of Regents will take Affirmative Action to ensure that all employment practices are free of discrimination. In addition, the Board of Regents fully supports incorporation of non-discrimination and Affirmative Action rules and regulations into all of its employment practices.

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