Assistant Professor in Experimental Physical Chemistry

California State University, Fullerton•Fullerton, CA

5d•$86,472 - $88,200•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at California State University, Fullerton, invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Experimental Physical Chemistry, with an appointment to begin in Fall 2027. The Department is dedicated to the mission that teaching and research are intricately mixed and that by providing students with high-quality classroom instruction and hands-on involvement in research, they are prepared for successful careers in science. The department welcomes applications from candidates excited to support this mission while working with a diverse student body, including underrepresented populations, first-generation students, and students from low-income backgrounds. They are particularly interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through their research, teaching, and/or service. California State University, Fullerton is a leading public university known for its strong academic programs and commitment to student success. As one of the largest campuses in the CSU system, Cal State Fullerton fosters innovation, collaboration, and professional growth. The university values teaching, research, and service, creating an environment where students, staff, and faculty can thrive. Cal State Fullerton is a designated Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution. The university also received the prestigious Seal of Excelencia in 2021 and 2024 from Excelencia in Education. Cal State Fullerton is an equal opportunity employer with a diverse student population of over 45,000 and a faculty and staff population of 4,000. Cal State Fullerton is firmly committed to helping students achieve academic excellence, career success, and economic mobility. Joining Cal State Fullerton means becoming part of a dynamic team dedicated to making a meaningful impact. They continuously seek individuals from various disciplines who share the university’s mission and core values. CSUF is committed to retaining all faculty and has established affinity groups to support success.

Requirements

A Ph.D. in chemistry or a closely related field, and relevant postdoctoral experience at the time of appointment.
A strong commitment to and demonstrated potential for effective and engaging teaching using strategies such as, but not limited to, student-centered pedagogy, active learning, and inquiry-based approaches.
Teaching responsibilities will include undergraduate physical chemistry lecture and laboratory courses, along with additional undergraduate and graduate lecture and laboratory courses based on interest, expertise, and departmental need.
A record of research productivity in experimental physical chemistry or closely related fields.
A proven ability to develop and maintain an independent, funded research program in experimental physical chemistry that engages undergraduate and master’s level students, resulting in peer-reviewed publications with CSUF student co-authors.
The ability to communicate with and effectively mentor an ethnically and culturally diverse campus population.

Responsibilities

Teach and mentor a diverse student population.
Initiate and sustain an active experimental physical chemistry research program involving undergraduate and master’s students.
Devote time to engaging in departmental, college, and university service.
Teach undergraduate lecture and laboratory courses in physical chemistry.
Teach undergraduate and graduate lecture and laboratory courses consistent with the candidate’s interests and expertise.
Contribute to and participate in the life and development of the department.
Advise students.
Serve on committees.
Participate in the broader university and disciplinary communities.