Job description
Position Title: Lecturer of Chemistry and Chemical Hygiene Officer
Department / Division: Natural Sciences
Title of Immediate Supervisor: Chair, Division of Natural Sciences
Faculty Rank: Lecturer
Appointment Type: Non-Tenure Track
Funded Term / Work Cycle: 10-month faculty appointment
About Maryville College:
Maryville College is a nationally ranked institution of higher learning and one of America’s oldest colleges. For more than 200 years, we’ve educated students to be giving citizens and gifted leaders to study everything so that they are prepared for anything. Our graduates are equipped to address complex problems, engage with diverse communities, and launch meaningful careers.
Nestled in Maryville, Tennessee, between the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and the city of Knoxville, our campus combines the beauty of a rural setting with the advantages of an urban center. With a wide range of academic programs and a strong tradition of career preparation, our alumni live “strong of mind and brave of heart,” carrying forward our Presbyterian founder’s charge to do good on the largest possible scale.
Mission
At Maryville College, we offer more than a mission-we offer support. Our employees receive a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage; a retirement plan with an employer match of up to 5%; tuition benefits for employees, spouses, and dependents; and the opportunity to grow in a collaborative community that values professional excellence and personal well-being.
“Maryville College prepares students for lives of citizenship and leadership as we challenge each one to search for truth, grow in wisdom, work for justice and dedicate a life of creativity and service to the peoples of the world.”
Values:
- Scholarship: We commit ourselves to lifelong curiosity and learning, to the search for knowledge, and to intellectual creativity.
- Respect: We commit ourselves to honor the worth, dignity, and freedom of ourselves and all creation, and to treat others as we wish to be treated.
- Integrity: We commit ourselves to truth, honesty, dependability, and responsibility in all our actions and relationships.
Application Instructions: To be considered for this position, applicants must complete the Maryville College employment application through Paycom. Applicants should attach:
- A letter of interest to include teaching philosophy and outline how the candidate meets the stated qualifications
- A curriculum vitae (CV)
- Graduate transcripts
Additionally, three letters of reference (one of which should address teaching experience and/or potential, and one of which should address Chemical Hygiene Officer experience and/or potential) should be submitted by referees to [email protected]
Any additional portfolio materials, such as teaching materials, publications, or supporting documentation, may be submitted to this email as well.
Priority review of materials will begin on March 25, 2026, with interviews scheduled in late April
Position Purpose
This position serves as both a faculty member in the Chemistry program and as the College’s Chemical Hygiene Officer (CHO). The role contributes to Maryville College’s academic mission through excellence in teaching while also coordinating institutional chemical safety practices and regulatory compliance related to the handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous materials used in laboratories, studios, and other campus operations.
SUMMARY
Maryville College invites applications for a full-time Lecturer of Chemistry and Chemical Hygiene Officer. This hybrid faculty role combines teaching responsibilities with institutional oversight of chemical safety and laboratory compliance.
Teaching responsibilities represent approximately 60% of the position and include instruction in introductory and general chemistry courses, including lecture and laboratory components.
Chemical Hygiene Officer responsibilities represent approximately 40% of the position and include maintaining the College’s Chemical Hygiene Plan, coordinating hazardous waste management and chemical safety practices, providing safety training, and supporting institutional compliance with applicable environmental and laboratory safety regulations.
Education and Experience required to ensure success in this position:
Education required
- M.S. or Ph.D. in Chemistry or a closely related field.
Experience required
- Experience teaching chemistry at the high school or undergraduate level, particularly introductory or general chemistry.
Preferred qualifications
- Demonstrated excellence as an innovative teacher who understands liberal arts education and student-centered undergraduate learning.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Teaching and Student Learning
- Teach courses in Introductory and General Chemistry, including lecture and laboratory instruction.
- Design and deliver effective learning experiences that support student success.
- Develop syllabi, course materials, and assessments aligned with program learning outcomes.
- Maintain accurate records related to instruction and student progress.
Curriculum Development and Academic Program Support
- Contribute to curriculum development and revision within the chemistry program.
- Participate in assessment of student learning outcomes and program effectiveness.
Scholarship and Professional Engagement
(Adjust expectations based on faculty rank or appointment type)
- Maintain professional expertise in the discipline.
- Participate in scholarly, creative, or professional development activities consistent with faculty expectations for lecturer appointments.
Institutional Service and Faculty Governance
- Participate in department meetings and faculty meetings.
- Support initiatives that advance student learning and academic excellence.
Collaboration and Campus Engagement
- Work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and campus partners to support student success.
- Participate in recruitment
- Contribute to a campus culture grounded in Maryville College’s values of Scholarship, Respect, and Integrity.
Compliance, Safety, and Institutional Responsibilities
- Maintain compliance with institutional policies and academic regulations.
- Participate in required training and professional development.
- Support safe and inclusive learning environments for students.
Hybrid Administrative Responsibilities
Specialized Program or Compliance Responsibilities: (40%)
- Ensure the Chemical Hygiene Plan (CHP) is reviewed annually and updated as needed to maintain compliance with current legal requirements and ensure employees have access to the CHP.
- Work with administrators and employees to refine and implement chemical hygiene policies and practices.
- Acquire equipment needed for safe handling, storage, disposal of chemicals, and spill response.
- Provide safety training regarding the proper handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous chemicals to faculty, staff, and students.
- Perform annual inspections to ensure proper handling, storage, and disposal of chemicals used in laboratories, fine arts studios, Facilities, and other campus locations.
- Coordinate the campus-wide disposal program for hazardous chemical waste generated by laboratory and operational processes.
- Ensure appropriate audits are performed and maintain records of inspections.
- Provide personnel monitoring for permissible exposure limits (PELs) as specified in the Laboratory Standard.
- Respond to significant chemical spills as necessary.
- Serve as the EPA and Tennessee Department of Environmental Conservation (TDEC) compliance officer, maintaining required documentation and submitting the Hazardous Waste Annual Report.
- Work with the Director of Facilities Operations to ensure occupational safety training and compliance with federal, state, and local guidelines.
Other:
NOTE: Other roles/duties will be assigned as necessary to assist the College in the attainment of the goals set forth and the enhancement of a positive, respectful learning environment for all staff, faculty, and students.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Commitment to student-centered teaching and mentorship
- Ability to communicate laboratory safety practices effectively
- Strong organizational and regulatory compliance skills
- Ability to collaborate across academic departments and campus operations
License, Certification, or Registration Necessary:
- Chemical Hygiene or Environmental Safety certification (or ability to obtain within six months)
- OSHA-10 certification (or ability to obtain within six months)
Work Environment and Physical Requirements:
- Ability to work in laboratory and classroom environments
- Ability to stand for extended periods while teaching laboratory courses
- Ability to safely handle laboratory materials and equipment
- Ability to move between campus facilities as required
Ability to operate the following vehicles or equipment:
- Standard laboratory equipment used in chemistry instruction and laboratory preparation
- Chemical safety equipment including spill response kits, fume hoods, and hazardous material storage systems
- Laboratory monitoring or safety equipment used to ensure compliance with chemical hygiene standards
- Basic office and instructional technology (computer, projector, laboratory instrumentation)
