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Full-time faculty positions will be posted on a per-opening basis. Postings are organized by college/school and department. Applicants will be evaluated at the college/school level for the position which they are submitting an application. Unless noted by a close date, positions will remain open until they are filled. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.
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Posting Details
Job ID: 181284
Rank: Instructor/Professional Lecturer
College/School: Chicago, IL - College of Science and Health
Position Description:
The Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry at DePaul University in Chicago invites applications for a full-time Professional Lecturer position (non-tenure track) with teaching responsibilities commencing in the Fall of 2026.
Successful candidates will be expected to teach a variety of courses at the undergraduate level with a focus on lectures and labs in organic chemistry. Other possible teaching opportunities exist in non-science majors chemistry courses, general chemistry or biochemistry lectures and labs, and in the Liberal Studies Program.
About the College
The College of Science and Health includes the School of Nursing and departments of Biological Sciences, Chemistry and Biochemistry, Environmental Science and Studies, Health Sciences, Mathematical Sciences, Neuroscience, Physics and Astrophysics, Psychology, and Rehabilitative Sciences and Professions. The College of Science and Health is committed to delivering exceptional, personalized, accessible, and inclusive education in science and health disciplines to a diverse student body. Rooted in the enduring values of St. Vincent de Paul, we nurture student success and a sense of belonging within our community. As leaders in science and health education and research in the vibrant city of Chicago, we embrace our responsibility to promote social and environmental justice.
Qualifications
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / MINIMUM QUALIFICATION:
- PhD in chemistry or related discipline
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience teaching at the college level
- Experience teaching both in-person and online Chemistry courses
- Experience teaching in a liberal arts environment that emphasizes close faculty-student interaction
Application Instructions:
The full and complete application should contain the following information:
- Letter of application indicating interest in, and qualifications for, the position
- Curriculum vita
- Academic transcripts
- Teaching philosophy statement
- Contact information for three professional references who will submit letters on your behalf
Review of applications will begin June 7, 2026 and will continue until the position is filled. Candidates will not be considered until all the above materials are received. Applications submitted in full by June 7, 2026, will receive priority consideration.
For further questions about this position, please contact Dr. Caitlin Karver, Chemistry and Biochemistry Search Committee and department chair at ckarver@depaul.edu.
General Compensation/Benefits Statement
DePaul University has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the qualifications, education, experience, and training of the selected candidate, the scope and responsibilities of the position, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information.
DePaul University offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, and tuition benefit. Further information regarding benefits can be found here: https://offices.depaul.edu/human-resources/benefits/Pages/default.aspx.
About DePaul University's Academic Calendar
Except for the College of Law, DePaul University operates on a quarter system. Classes in Autumn, Winter, and Spring quarters are 11 weeks in length (including finals week) and Summer courses, in two sessions, are typically 5 weeks in length. The College of Law operates on the semester system. Classes in the Fall and Spring semesters are 16 weeks in length (including finals week) and it offers a Summer Session of 7 weeks (including final exams).
Salary Information:
The salary range for this 10-month position is $60,000 - $65,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Full-time Faculty Positions
Full-time faculty positions will be posted on a per-opening basis. Postings are organized by college/school and department. Applicants will be evaluated at the college/school level for the position which they are submitting an application. Unless noted by a close date, positions will remain open until they are filled. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.
Below you will find the details for the posting including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening or submitting your interest in teaching. To apply for the position, please click the link/button.
Posting Details
Job ID: 181284
Rank: Instructor/Professional Lecturer
College/School: Chicago, IL - College of Science and Health
Position Description:
The Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry at DePaul University in Chicago invites applications for a full-time Professional Lecturer position (non-tenure track) with teaching responsibilities commencing in the Fall of 2026.
Successful candidates will be expected to teach a variety of courses at the undergraduate level with a focus on lectures and labs in organic chemistry. Other possible teaching opportunities exist in non-science majors chemistry courses, general chemistry or biochemistry lectures and labs, and in the Liberal Studies Program.
About the College
The College of Science and Health includes the School of Nursing and departments of Biological Sciences, Chemistry and Biochemistry, Environmental Science and Studies, Health Sciences, Mathematical Sciences, Neuroscience, Physics and Astrophysics, Psychology, and Rehabilitative Sciences and Professions. The College of Science and Health is committed to delivering exceptional, personalized, accessible, and inclusive education in science and health disciplines to a diverse student body. Rooted in the enduring values of St. Vincent de Paul, we nurture student success and a sense of belonging within our community. As leaders in science and health education and research in the vibrant city of Chicago, we embrace our responsibility to promote social and environmental justice.
Qualifications
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / MINIMUM QUALIFICATION:
- PhD in chemistry or related discipline
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience teaching at the college level
- Experience teaching both in-person and online Chemistry courses
- Experience teaching in a liberal arts environment that emphasizes close faculty-student interaction
Application Instructions:
The full and complete application should contain the following information:
- Letter of application indicating interest in, and qualifications for, the position
- Curriculum vita
- Academic transcripts
- Teaching philosophy statement
- Contact information for three professional references who will submit letters on your behalf
Review of applications will begin June 7, 2026 and will continue until the position is filled. Candidates will not be considered until all the above materials are received. Applications submitted in full by June 7, 2026, will receive priority consideration.
For further questions about this position, please contact Dr. Caitlin Karver, Chemistry and Biochemistry Search Committee and department chair at ckarver@depaul.edu.
General Compensation/Benefits Statement
DePaul University has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the qualifications, education, experience, and training of the selected candidate, the scope and responsibilities of the position, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information.
DePaul University offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, and tuition benefit. Further information regarding benefits can be found here: https://offices.depaul.edu/human-resources/benefits/Pages/default.aspx.
About DePaul University's Academic Calendar
Except for the College of Law, DePaul University operates on a quarter system. Classes in Autumn, Winter, and Spring quarters are 11 weeks in length (including finals week) and Summer courses, in two sessions, are typically 5 weeks in length. The College of Law operates on the semester system. Classes in the Fall and Spring semesters are 16 weeks in length (including finals week) and it offers a Summer Session of 7 weeks (including final exams).
Salary Information:
The salary range for this 10-month position is $60,000 - $65,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Biochemist
Match your degree to EB-2 requirements
EB-2 requires a master's degree or higher in biochemistry or a closely related field. If your credential is a foreign three-year degree, get a credential evaluation confirming U.S. equivalency before employers begin PERM recruitment.
Target employers with PERM filing history
Pharmaceutical companies, contract research organizations, and university research labs file PERM applications regularly for biochemist roles. Search OFLC disclosure data to identify employers who have sponsored this SOC code recently.
Use Migrate Mate to find sponsoring employers
Filter Migrate Mate by biochemist roles and green card sponsorship to surface companies actively recruiting foreign professionals for PERM-backed positions, so you're not applying to employers who have never navigated the process.
Clarify PERM recruitment timing with your employer
PERM requires your employer to complete DOL-mandated recruitment before filing. Ask prospective employers whether they run PERM concurrently with onboarding or wait until after you start, since this affects your green card timeline by months.
Document specialized skills that support your PERM job description
The PERM job description must reflect your actual duties. Specialized techniques like CRISPR editing, protein crystallography, or mass spectrometry analysis can legitimize a narrowly defined role and reduce the risk of a DOL audit.
Understand EB-2 versus EB-3 filing options
Many biochemist roles qualify under both EB-2 and EB-3. USCIS allows concurrent filing of I-140 and I-485 when a visa number is available, so your priority date category can significantly affect how long you wait for adjustment of status.
Green Card Biochemist: Frequently Asked Questions
Do biochemist roles typically qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most biochemist positions qualify for EB-2 because they require at least a master's degree or a bachelor's degree with substantial progressive experience. Some entry-level or lab technician-adjacent roles may be filed under EB-3 instead. Your employer and their immigration counsel determine the category based on the actual job duties and minimum requirements in the PERM job description.
How does PERM green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for biochemists?
H-1B visa is a temporary work visa subject to an annual lottery, while PERM leads to permanent residency with no annual cap at the petition level. PERM requires your employer to complete DOL-mandated recruitment first, making the process longer than H-1B, but the outcome is a green card rather than a time-limited status that must be renewed.
Where can I find biochemist jobs where employers are already open to green card sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lets you filter biochemist roles specifically by green card sponsorship, so you can focus on employers who have already committed to PERM-based hiring rather than negotiating sponsorship during the offer stage. This saves significant time and reduces the risk of starting a PERM process with an employer who lacks internal experience handling it.
How long does the PERM to green card process take for a biochemist role?
The full process typically runs two to four years for applicants from countries without significant visa backlogs. PERM labor certification processing at the DOL currently averages several months, followed by I-140 adjudication at USCIS, and then adjustment of status or consular processing. Indian and Chinese nationals face longer waits due to per-country annual limits on employment-based visa numbers.
Can my employer define the biochemist job description narrowly enough to limit PERM competition?
Yes, but narrowly written PERM job descriptions carry audit risk if the duties don't genuinely require those specialized skills. Requirements like proficiency with specific analytical instruments, expertise in a particular assay methodology, or experience with a proprietary research platform can be legitimate if they reflect the actual position, but DOL scrutinizes descriptions that appear designed solely to exclude U.S. worker applicants.