Assistant/Associate Professor 10 Months, Chemistry, Department of Chemistry and Physics, Fall 2027

Kean University•Union, NJ

About The Position

Kean University invites applications for a full-time, ten-month, tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor position in Chemistry in the Department of Chemistry and Physics, beginning September 1, 2027. The department seeks research-active educators with a passion for innovation in Analytical, Medicinal, or Forensic Chemistry. The successful candidate will teach introductory analytical chemistry and other courses consistent with their expertise, and conduct laboratory-based research with undergraduate and graduate students. Candidates should be able to establish an active research program with potential to seek external funding. Interests incorporating computational chemistry are encouraged. Faculty are expected to demonstrate teaching excellence and maintain an ongoing program of research and publication or creative and performance activity. The role includes curriculum development, student advisement, and service at the departmental, college, university, and community levels. Candidates should be able to deliver and facilitate team-based or case-based learning in person and online. Proficiency in a Learning Management System is required in accordance with University guidelines. The position may be assigned to any Kean New Jersey campus or affiliated work site, according to operational and university needs. Faculty may also teach online classes for Kean Global. Teaching assignments may include day, evening, and weekend courses; evening hours are required based on departmental needs, including evening/night courses and most graduate course assignments.

Requirements

Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry or a related degree or field from an accredited institution of higher education; ABD candidates will be considered if the degree is completed by September 1, 2027.
At least two years of teaching experience at the post-secondary level.
An established and active independent research record supporting publication in peer-reviewed journals or publication venues appropriate for the discipline.
A strong agenda for future research.
Commitment to teaching excellence and an ongoing program of research and publication or creative and performance activity.
Ability to establish an active research program with potential to seek and acquire external funding.
Ability to deliver and facilitate team-based or case-based learning in person and online.
Proficiency in a Learning Management System, consistent with University guidelines.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of relevant postdoctoral academic or industrial experience.
Research interests incorporating aspects of computational chemistry.

Responsibilities

Teach introductory analytical chemistry courses and other courses aligned with the candidate’s breadth and expertise.
Conduct cutting-edge, laboratory-based research with undergraduate and graduate students.
Develop and cultivate an active scholarly research program, including a strong agenda for future research and potential to seek external funding.
Deliver and facilitate team-based or case-based learning in person and online.
Participate in curriculum development and student advisement.
Provide service at the departmental, college, university, and community levels.
Use a Learning Management System in accordance with University guidelines.
Teach assigned courses, which may include day, evening, weekend, and online classes.