Location: Hickory, North Carolina

Lenoir-Rhyne University’s College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics seeks applications for a part-time faculty appointment at the rank of instructor or senior instructor (as determined by the provost based on faculty handbook qualifications) beginning in August 2025.

Responsibilities and Qualifications

We invite applications for a part-time position in Chemistry to begin Aug. 18, 2025. A minimum of 18 hours of graduate coursework, from an accredited institution, in chemistry or a closely related field is required; a master’s degree is preferred. The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching 3 to 9 credit hours, with the possibility of additional courses in future semesters. Teaching responsibilities may include lecture and lab sections of introductory chemistry, general chemistry, and physical sciences. Candidates should demonstrate a commitment to student learning and success by providing timely, constructive feedback and employing effective teaching strategies that support diverse learning styles.
 

Preferred qualifications include:

• Evidence of experience in or potential for teaching excellence.
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering a welcoming learning environment that supports the success of all students.
• Experience or interest in developing and delivering courses using innovative pedagogies.
• Familiarity with or interest in various instructional modalities, including in-person and asynchronous formats. 

We seek a collaborative and dedicated educator who will support the academic mission of the college and contribute meaningfully to its ongoing growth and innovation.

Lenoir-Rhyne University promotes a welcoming campus environment that is integral to the university's commitment to excellence in engagement and education. We are particularly interested in candidates who have demonstrated experience nurturing a welcoming community, working with faculty, staff and/or students from all walks of life and/or incorporating varied perspectives and traditions in their current or previous positions. This commitment is rooted in our Lutheran tradition of fostering wisdom, nurturing vocation and preparing students for lives of purpose while serving the common good.

Application Process

While completing the application, candidates will be prompted to submit a:

• Letter of Application specifically discussing how one’s professional experiences and perspectives relate to the needs of the position.
• Curriculum Vitae, including the names and addresses of three references
• Statement of teaching philosophy which includes a discussion of how you incorporate varied perspectives and traditions in your job and/or teaching and learning.

The university’s mission, vision and values statements may be reviewed under the about section of our website. To ensure full review, completed applications must be submitted by July 1, 2025, and the search will continue until the position is filled.  Any questions regarding the position or the search process should be submitted electronically to the College Dean,  Shaun Williams, Ph.D., at shaun.williams@lr.edu.  

About the College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics

The College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics provides current and practical knowledge and skills that prepares students for a successful STEM career. The college offers 11 undergraduate degrees: biochemistry, biology, chemistry, computer science (including a cybersecurity track), engineering physics (system integration & automation and traditional focuses), environmental science and policy, information technology, medical studies, pre-engineering and pre-medical science.

About Lenoir-Rhyne University

Lenoir-Rhyne University is a co-educational, private, comprehensive liberal arts institution founded in 1891, with its traditional campus located in Hickory, North Carolina, a city of more than 40,000. The university has additional graduate centers in Asheville, N.C., and Columbia, S.C. Situated in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Lenoir-Rhyne is less than an hour’s drive from Charlotte, and the Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton Metropolitan Statistical Area has a population of about 365,000. The university offers more than 45 undergraduate and 20 graduate degree programs to approximately 2,400 students. Lenoir-Rhyne University seeks to liberate mind and spirit, clarify personal faith, foster physical wholeness, build community, and promote responsible leadership for service to the world. Affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA), Lenoir-Rhyne promotes diverse campuses open to people from all religious and non-religious backgrounds. Visit www.lr.edu to learn more about the university.  

Non-Discrimination and Equal Opportunity Policy

Lenoir-Rhyne University is committed to providing a workplace and educational environment, as well as other benefits, programs, and activities that are free from discrimination, harassment and retaliation. 

LR is committed to creating a safe campus environment for all members of the LR community, including, but not limited to, those who identify as transgender and gender non-conforming. To that end, LR does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex (including sex stereotypes and sex characteristics), ethnicity, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, marital status, pregnancy or related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran or military status or any other characteristic or status protected by applicable law.

To ensure compliance with federal and state civil rights laws and regulations and to affirm its commitment to promoting the goals of fairness and equity in all aspects of the educational program, activity and employment, LR has developed internal policies and procedures that provide a prompt, fair and impartial process for those involved in an allegation of discrimination or harassment, and for allegations of retaliation.

LR values and upholds the equal dignity of all members of its community and strives to balance the rights of the parties in the grievance process during what is often a difficult time for all those involved.

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