Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College, a four-year comprehensive state college and member of the University System of Georgia, seeks a full-time Assistant or Associate Professor of Chemistry to begin January 2027. This 10-month, tenure-track position is based at our Tifton, GA main campus.
The successful candidate will demonstrate excellence in teaching undergraduate Chemistry to both majors, non-majors, and dual enrollment students. Our department supports the core curriculum and nursing program, in addition to the Biology Major. We are particularly interested in candidates who can teach general chemistry, organic chemistry, biochemistry, quantitative chemistry, and instrumental analysis.
The individual hired will:
- Teach Face to Face, Hybrid, Online course offerings as needed
- Teach dual enrollment/high school students as needed
- Maintain a roster of advisees across Math & Science disciplines
- Assist with curriculum development and review
- Participate in course and program assessment
- Engage in student recruitment and retention initiatives
- Serve on institutional committees
The Department is especially interested in faculty with a well-articulated pedagogy, a strong commitment to undergraduate education, and an interest in ABAC’s undergraduate research initiative. Must be able to foster a collaborative atmosphere among students and faculty. The successful candidate will be a motivated and enthusiastic individual with a firm commitment to excellence in teaching.
Minimum Qualifications: A Ph.D. in chemistry or closely related field required. Background in biochemistry preferred. An ability to inspire, motivate, and empower students to succeed. Strong computer and technology skills.
Finalists are subject to a criminal background check. Must be eligible to work in the United States.
Application Process: Interested applicants should submit a letter of interest, statement of teaching philosophy, unofficial transcripts, and three professional references.
USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College (ABAC) does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran status, or genetic information in its programs and activities, including admissions and employment, as required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and changes made by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and other applicable statutes, regulations, and USG and ABAC policies. For questions or more detailed information, please contact Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College's Human Resources Office at (229) 391-4887.
