Assistant/Associate Professor of Chemical Oncology

University of North Texas System • Denton, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The University of North Texas (UNT) Chemistry Department is seeking a tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor in Chemical Oncology, starting September 1, 2027. This role is part of a Biomedical Research Cluster Hire initiative to recruit five faculty members focused on health- and cancer-related research. The successful candidate will collaborate with researchers across UNT, including the BioDiscovery Institute and the Biomedical Engineering Department, to advance interdisciplinary health research. Expectations include developing a visible, externally funded research program, contributing to undergraduate and graduate teaching (typically one course per semester), and participating in departmental and university service. The department offers substantial research support infrastructure, including staffed NMR, X-ray diffraction, high-performance computing facilities, a stockroom, and a shared instrumentation laboratory.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Chemistry, Chemical Biology, or a closely related field.
• A record of peer-reviewed publications in chemistry or related fields.
• Ability to maintain the security and integrity of critical organizational infrastructure related to the role.

Nice To Haves

• Postdoctoral or equivalent research experience.
• A record of peer-reviewed publications with strong relevance to cancer research.

Responsibilities

• Develop a nationally and internationally visible, externally funded research program.
• Contribute to undergraduate and graduate teaching (typically, one course per long semester).
• Engage in departmental and university service.
• Interact with researchers in the Department of Chemistry and other academic units, including the BioDiscovery Institute and the Biomedical Engineering Department.
• Contribute to planned growth in interdisciplinary health-related research at UNT.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation commensurate with qualifications, experience, and discipline.
• Access to substantial research support infrastructure.
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What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree