Functional Title: Faculty, Full-Time, Tenure-track
Classification: Exempt
Division: Academics
Department: Chemistry and Biochemistry
Reports To: Dean, B. Ward Lane College of Science and the Health Professions
Primary Function: Teaching and leading the department in the Chemistry and Biochemistry programs.
Position: Faculty and Academic Chair for the Chemistry and Biochemistry Programs, tenure-track, ten-month contract
Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry:
The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry has 40+ majors and offers BA in Chemistry, BS in Chemistry, BS in Biochemistry, BS in Biochemistry – Pre-Medical Emphasis, BS in Biochemistry – Pre-Dental Emphasis, and BS in Biochemistry Applied Science – Pre-Pharmacy Emphasis.
Qualifications:
The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, C&B, seeks a highly qualified educator/scholar to teach in the Chemistry and Biochemistry programs. A successful applicant would serve as a full-time Chemistry faculty member, serve as academic chair, and teach various C&B courses. An earned doctorate in chemistry is required with a specialization in Organic Chemistry preferred. All qualified applicants must be professing Christians and be willing to support the Christian mission and purpose of the university. Preference will be given to active, faithful members of a congregation of the Churches of Christ.
Major Responsibilities:
Applicants must be committed to chemistry education and show promise of becoming an exceptional teacher who values mentoring and advising students. A normal teaching load for an academic chair is nine hours per semester. Scholarly activity and service are also expected of the successful applicant.
In addition, successful applicants will be expected to:
- Advise and mentor students
- Assist with department class scheduling
- Assist with program assessment
- Assist with curriculum review and integration
- Work cooperatively and lead a small, dedicated, and close-knit faculty and staff
- Possess technology skills necessary to track student attendance and grades and develop online courses.
- Possess and exhibit qualities of professionalism, integrity, self-motivation, and a strong desire to guide students for lives of purpose and service
- Possess the attitudes and skills necessary for effective teaching
- Possess the attributes of a servant leader and a willingness to represent the C&B Department on the College Leadership Team.
- Possess qualities of a visionary leader willing to guide efforts of continuous improvement.
Salary and Benefits:
Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. Benefits available include medical, dental, and vision insurance, 403-B retirement plan with a matching option, and tuition benefits for employees and dependents.
The University:
Lubbock Christian University is a private, masters-level university as classified by the Carnegie Foundation. Founded in 1957 and located in Lubbock, Texas, LCU is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges and is also a member of the Council of Christian Colleges and Universities. Lubbock is a vibrant city with a population of about 300,000. Colloquially known as the “Hub City”, Lubbock is the educational, medical, retail and entertainment center of the southern high plains of Texas.
Application Procedure:
Interested applicants must provide:
- An application online at https://lcu.edu/about-lcu/human-resources/apply-for-a-position/ .
- A letter of interest,
- A current curriculum vita,
- Official transcripts of all university work,
- Three letters of recommendation should be sent directly to Dr. Marshall.
- Four unique documents detailing the applicants:
- Philosophy of the integration of faith and learning,
- Philosophy of teaching,
- Philosophy of scholarly activity, and
- Philosophy of service
Email attachments to Dr. Toby Rogers, Search Committee Chair, Dean of the B. Ward Lane College of Science and Health Professions (toby.rogers@lcu.edu). Please include “Chair C&B” in the subject line. The search begins immediately and will continue until the position is filled or closed. For most favorable consideration, please submit all documents listed above by January 15, 2026.
Disclaimer:
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; an employee will also perform other reasonably related job responsibilities as assigned by immediate supervisor and/or other management as required. LCU reserves the right to revise or change job duties, required skills or qualifications as the need arises. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.
Contact:
Toby Rogers, PhD, MPT
Dean, B. Ward Lane College of Science and Health Professions
806-720-7627
toby.rogers@lcu.edu