Non-Tenure Track Positions

Dedman College is accepting the following applications for non-tenure track positions to begin Fall 2025: 

Chemistry. (Position Nos. 00053621 and 00052253). The Department of Chemistry at Southern Methodist University (SMU) invites applications for two (2) non-tenure-track full-time lecturer positions. Applicants should present evidence of strong interest in teaching and interacting with undergraduate diverse students.  In addition, successful candidates should have strong communication and organizational skills.  The start date for both positions is expected to be August 1, 2025. However, earlier start dates will be considered if the timing fits with the new lecturers’ schedules. The focus of one position (Position 1 – Position No. 00053621) is on, but not limited to, teaching undergraduate general chemistry lectures and laboratories, and the day-to-day maintenance and operation of the labs.  The focus of the second position (Position 2 – Position No. 00052253) is on, but not limited to, teaching undergraduate organic chemistry lectures and laboratories, and the day-to-day maintenance and operation of the labs. The expected teaching loads of both positions will be 4 courses per semester, and training is provided.  These are entry level positions.  Promotion to Senior Lecturer is possible after 5 years.  We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and aim to create an environment where all members of our community can thrive, irrespective of their race, gender, sexual orientation, disability, religion, or any other personal characteristic. Women, underrepresented minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Qualifications: A completed PhD or MS degree in Chemistry or a related discipline is required, and experience in teaching undergraduate general chemistry/organic chemistry courses, or experience as a general chemistry/organic chemistry teaching assistant (TA) is preferred. Experience in the maintenance of instrumentation is a plus for both positions.  Application: Applications received by October 27, 2024 will receive full consideration, but applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled. Applications should include the following documents. Cover letter (please indicate preference for Position 1 or Position 2.); Curriculum vitae (CV); Statement of teaching philosophy (approximately one page); Two letters of recommendation to be uploaded by the letter writer into the Interfolio system; Any supporting material such as evidence of successful teaching and/or pedagogical skills. Applications should be submitted through Interfolio at http://apply.interfolio.com/150745. The search committee will notify applicants of the employment decision after the position is filled.  The Department of Chemistry has a strong history of winning awards based on teaching excellence.  Our faculty have been awarded the Altshuler Distinguished Teaching Award and the Provost’s Teaching Recognition Award several times.  These are the highest honors awarded to tenured and non-tenured faculty based on dedication to teaching.  The SMU Department of Chemistry is accredited by the American Chemical Society (ACS) and we award BA, BS, MS, and PhD degrees in Chemistry.  Visit the SMU Department of Chemistry at: www.smu.edu/chemistry.

Philosophy. Position No. 00053809. History of Western Philosophy and introductory-level Applied Ethics. The Philosophy Department of Southern Methodist University seeks to fill a full time Lecturer position beginning August 2025. One year contract, renewable.  Approximately 8 courses per year (4/semester), all undergraduate. No research or service duties.  Ph.D. in Philosophy or closely related field required within one year of appointment.  Evidence of teaching excellence required. The successful candidate will regularly teach History of Modern Philosophy as well as introductory courses in applied ethics (such as Contemporary Moral Problems, Business Ethics, and Technology, Society and Value).  The department also has periodic teaching needs in Ancient Philosophy.   We would welcome candidates who are interested in expanding our current offerings beyond the standard Western canon; candidates prepared to teach courses on philosophical traditions of Africa, Asia, India, Latin America, or Indigenous peoples, for example, are encouraged to apply. The Department of Philosophy is committed to increasing the diversity of the department and the campus community and strongly encourages applications from members of groups that continue to be underrepresented in academia and the field of philosophy. SMU is academically secular and welcomes faculty and students from all backgrounds. SMU is committed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion on campus. We welcome applications from women, underrepresented scholars, military veterans, and individuals with disabilities.   As a private institution, SMU is exempt from recent state laws weakening public academic institutions. More information about the philosophy department can be found at: http://www.smu.edu/dedman/academics/departments/philosophy. SMU’s Philosophy Department is a collegial community of scholars with interests across a wide range of areas in philosophy, active in scholarship and committed to excellence in teaching.  The Department regularly hosts lectures, colloquia, and workshops featuring leading philosophers from around the world.  To apply send complete dossier including letter of application, CV, graduate transcript, and materials indicating teaching quality (including three (3) letters of evaluation assessing teaching, sample teaching evaluations, and a teaching statement) to Interfolio at  http://apply.interfolio.com/150787.  Review of applications will begin December 1, 2024.  To ensure full consideration for the position, the application must be received by December 1, 2024, but the committee will continue to accept applications until the position is filled. 

Religious Studies.  Lecturer in South or Southeast Asian Islam. Position No. 5732. The Department of Religious Studies in Dedman College of Humanities and Sciences at Southern Methodist University invites applications for a non-tenure track, renewable position in South Asian or Southeast Asian Islam at the rank of Lecturer. The position requires in-person teaching in Dallas beginning August 1, 2025. The teaching load is typically four classes in each of the fall and spring semesters. Service expectations include attending departmental meetings, mentoring, and engagement with students and colleagues across the university. Contract renewal and promotion to Senior Lecturer is contingent upon performance. We encourage applications from women and underrepresented populations in the discipline. Minimum Qualifications: Ph.D. in Religious Studies or related field at time of appointment, ability to teach courses in Asian Religions, Topics related to Religions of South and Southeast Asia, Contemporary Islam. Proven ability/interest in and commitment to teaching. Preferred Qualifications: Ability to teach courses on Islam in Asia across all periods, Islam and empire, contemporary Islam, and courses that would contribute to the minor in Asian Studies; experience mentoring culturally diverse students; interest in contributing to a robust graduate program in Religious Studies and broader culture of excellent teaching on campus. Application: Submit letter of application highlighting the candidate’s qualifications, complete curriculum vitae, two letters of recommendation, and evidence of teaching excellence (teaching philosophy statement, sample syllabi, pedagogical publications) to http://apply.interfolio.com/150783. Review of applications will begin November 1, 2024. To ensure full consideration for the position, the application must be received by November 1, but the committee will continue to accept applications until the position is filled. The committee will notify applicants of the employment decision after the position is filled. Department of Religious Studies: The Department of Religious Studies at SMU is a dynamic, collegial group of researchers and teachers with intellectual breadth that spans the globe, multiple academic disciplines, and several thousand years of history. Our research has been recognized with numerous fellowships, grants, and awards, including a Guggenheim Fellowship, a Templeton Foundation grant, and several national and international book awards. Faculty in the department are also dedicated to undergraduate and graduate teaching and have been recognized multiple times at the university, national, and international levels. Visit us at http://www.smu.edu/Academics/Departments/Religious-Studies

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SMU is a nationally-ranked, private, non-sectarian research institution located in one of the nation’s fastest growing metropolitan areas. Faculty are part of an inclusive and intellectually vibrant community of internationally recognized scholars across the humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, mathematical sciences, engineering, and business. SMU offers excellent benefits including full same-sex domestic partner benefits. The City of Dallas is one of the nation’s most cosmopolitan commercial and cultural centers, and the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex is the fourth largest in the US. The region's quality of life is exceptional, with a relatively low cost of living and a variety of housing options.  A full range of professional sports teams, music venues, a lively and innovative restaurant scene, and more make Dallas an extremely liveable city.  Explore Dedman College at https://www.smu.edu/dedman, and SMU at http://www.smu.edu.

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