Assistant Professor, Chemistry

$60,000 yearly

Job Description

The Chemistry program at Rocky Mountain College in Billings, Montana, invites applications for a tenure-track position at the assistant professor level for the 2027-28 academic year. The successful candidate will be able to teach organic chemistry (with a lab) and senior-level biochemistry (with a lab). The position requires a teaching load of 24 credit hours per academic year. A PhD in chemistry, biochemistry, or a closely related field is required. Applicants with ABD status during the application period, with an expected completion date by the beginning contract date, will be included in the review. This is a teaching-focused position with no formal research requirements, so a minimum of two semesters of instructional experience (including teaching assistant ship) is required. There are also service expectations after the first year including advising, committee work, and other service to the college. Salary starts at $60,000 and is commensurate with experience. This is an in-person position, beginning August 1, 2027.

 Rocky Mountain College is a private, comprehensive college located in Billings, Montana. The school is dedicated to academic excellence and transformational learning. The successful candidate will support and carry out the mission of the college as well as demonstrate a commitment to developing and enhancing a culture of rigor, excellence, and achievement. We encourage you to visit both the Rocky Mountain College website and the Chemistry website for more information.

 

Benefits are available for this faculty position, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, long-term disability, short-term disability, 403(b) retirement plan, and tuition remission.

Applicants must successfully complete a background check before hiring.

Preferred and Required Qualifications

The position requires a teaching load of 24 credit hours per academic year. A PhD in chemistry, biochemistry, or a closely related field is required. Applicants with ABD status during the application period, with an expected completion date by the beginning contract date, will be included in the review

Application Details (to apply use the Apply Now button below.)

Questions should be directed to the search committee chair, Dr. Ivy Fortmeyer {ivy.fortmeyer@rocky.edu) or Human Resources, (humanresources@rocky.edu). Review of applications will begin December 15, 2026 and continue until the position is filled. To apply, please submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae (including at least three professional references), teaching statement, and at least one course syllabus, if available, as a single PDF to jobs@rocky.edu. Also, complete a Rocky Mountain College Faculty Employment Application.