Instructor and Research Instrument Engineer

Application Deadline:

Open

Position Details:

This full-time position is on-campus and in-person. This is a 12-month non-tenure-track faculty position equivalent to an Instructor.

The Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry in the Louise Dilworth Davis College of Science & Engineering at Texas Christian University (TCU) in Fort Worth, TX invites applicants for an Instructor and Research Instrument Engineer position in Chemistry. Candidates must be eligible to work in the U.S. and must possess a PhD in Chemistry or a closely related field. Preference will be given to candidates whose previous research included substantial hands-on experience with transmission electron microscopy (TEM), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), and X-ray powder diffraction (XRD), and who have previous experience teaching a General Chemistry curriculum closely related to that at TCU.

The successful candidate will be expected to combine teaching in the General Chemistry sequence, teaching and training and work in research instrumentation with emphasis on materials characterization, and maintenance of TEM, SEM, and XRD instrumentation resources in the Davis College of Science & Engineering. The successful candidate will be expected to teach up to 12 credit-hours per semester of Chemistry coursework, exemplified by but not limited to General Chemistry for Engineers and Chemical Instrumentation. Specific courses will vary depending on semester, but the candidate should be prepared to teach one large-enrollment course and one small-to-medium enrollment course or four small-to-medium-enrollment courses each semester. The successful candidate will also be responsible for maintaining the instruments, coordinating service contracts and repairs, and preparing and delivering training materials, working with other relevant faculty, staff, and students.

Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated potential to leverage regional professional networks into industry connections, including but not limited to providing paid materials characterization services to regional companies.

Expected starting salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Department Details:

The Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry is the oldest PhD-granting chemistry program in north Texas and is at the forefront of TCU’s increased research activity. The department’s ten tenured faculty and two instructors maintain a robust PhD program and an extensive program of undergraduate research, while serving over 1000 undergraduates annually in introductory and advanced coursework. Department research strengths include biochemistry and organic chemistry related to health and disease, energy and materials chemistry, and physical & computational chemistry. The department maintains a “teacher-scholar model” in which undergraduates are heavily involved in research and graduate students & postdocs develop skills as research mentors and team leaders.

School/College Description:

The Louise Dilworth Davis College of Science & Engineering encompasses 9 departments (Biology, Chemistry & Biochemistry, Computer Science, Engineering, Environmental and Geological Sciences, Mathematics, Nutritional Sciences, Physics & Astronomy, and Psychology) as well as the Ranch Management Program, which offers both an undergraduate degree and a one-year certificate program. Davis College is also home to the Pre-Health Professions Institute, the Karyn Purvis Institute for Child Development, the Institute of Behavioral Research, the Institute for Environmental Studies, Monnig Meteorite Gallery, and the Institute for Ranch Management. Davis College is the second largest at TCU in terms of both undergraduate enrollment and number of majors. It contains a disproportionate percentage of high-achieving students, as evidenced by the fact that almost one-half of the students in the Honors College have majors in The Louise Dilworth Davis College of Science & Engineering. Research opportunities abound for undergraduates, with 46 percent of majors engaging in a substantive experience during which they work one-on-one with their faculty mentor. Davis College also has five doctoral programs and 16 master’s programs, as well as two graduate certificate programs. Davis College faculty are true teacher-scholars, for whom instruction and research are viewed as complementary activities.

University & Fort Worth Description:

About TCU

Founded in 1873, Texas Christian University is a world-class, private, Carnegie-classified national research university located in Fort Worth, Texas. Inspired by its mission and core values of integrity, engagement, community, and excellence, TCU consistently ranks among the top universities and colleges in the United States.

TCU’s campus — regularly ranked among the nation’s most beautiful — spans 302 acres in a primarily residential area just minutes from downtown.

The university comprises nine schools and colleges offering 117 areas of undergraduate study, 62 master’s level programs, and 37 areas of doctoral study. TCU is a leader across several disciplines, including health care, business, energy, and the arts. Total enrollment stands at 12,980, including 11,152 undergraduates and 1,828 graduate students. Students are supported by over 2,200 faculty and staff, including more than 700 full-time faculty members.

About Fort Worth

Fort Worth blends the approachable charm of a smaller city with the amenities, cultural energy, and distinctive personality of a major metro. As the nation’s 11th-largest city, with a rapidly growing population of more than 1 million, Fort Worth and TCU share a relationship that spans more than a century — one that continues to deepen as many Horned Frogs choose to stay after graduation, drawn by the region’s thriving job market. Part of the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area — the nation’s fourth-largest and a top tourism destination — Fort Worth earned recognition from U.S. News & World Report in 2025 as the No. 4 best big city to live in the United States.

Fort Worth offers an impressive array of cultural, educational, and entertainment opportunities, anchored by three world-class art museums — the Kimbell Art Museum, the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth, and the Amon Carter Museum of American Art. The Bass Performance Hall stands as one of the premier performance venues in the country. Throughout the year, residents and visitors alike enjoy concerts, film festivals, and other cultural events at Sundance Square, Dickies Arena, Panther Island, and Near Southside venues.

Required Application Materials & Application Instructions:

Please provide an application, current CV, and list of three professional references.

Employment Values Statement:

Texas Christian University values Integrity, Engagement, Community, and Excellence in the workplace. TCU treats applicants and employees with fairness and respect. TCU hires and promotes individuals based on their qualifications and their commitment to making a positive impact on our student-centered community. TCU is an equal opportunity employer and follows all applicable employment laws. TCU fairly considers all qualified individuals, ensuring we are a workplace free from unlawful discrimination and harassment.