Chemistry, Assistant Professor

CSU Careers • Pomona, CA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

California State Polytechnic University, Pomona (Cal Poly Pomona) is seeking applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry, College of Science. The position is for Fall 2027 and focuses on cosmetic or formulation chemistry, or any subdiscipline of organic chemistry. Cal Poly Pomona is a polytechnic university known for its 'learn-by-doing' approach and Teacher Scholar Model. The university is committed to an inclusive, relevant education that values diverse perspectives. Located near Los Angeles, the campus is situated on the traditional lands of the Tongva and Tataavium people. The university serves a diverse student population, with a significant percentage being first-generation, receiving financial aid, and identifying with historically underrepresented groups. The College of Science offers a wide range of STEM programs and is dedicated to scientific inquiry and hands-on learning, with a strong emphasis on research and extramural grant funding. The Chemistry and Biochemistry Department offers B.S. and M.S. degrees and is certified by the American Chemical Society. The department's curriculum includes an optional senior thesis research project, embodying the 'learn-by-doing' philosophy. The department is committed to academic quality, relevance, and excellence through student-centered faculty and an evidence-based culture, aiming to be a model for an inclusive polytechnic university.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Chemistry or closely related field, including completion of graduate-level coursework in area of expertise from an accredited university conferred by the start date of the appointment or a certificate of completion indicating imminent conferral of Ph.D. in Chemistry or closely related field.
• Demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching and developing lecture and laboratory courses within the organic or analytical chemistry division.
• A commitment to diversity and inclusivity through applicant’s teaching, scholarship, and/or service, demonstrated by Teaching Philosophy addressing at least two of the inclusive excellence criteria.
• Demonstrated potential to establish an active research program involving undergraduate and M.S.-level students.
• Demonstrated ability to contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through research, teaching and/or service.

Nice To Haves

• University/college teaching experience in chemistry lecture and/or laboratory courses.
• Postdoctoral experience in organic or analytical chemistry.
• Capability and interests in teaching at all levels in the chemistry curriculum.
• Capability and interests in development of upper division undergraduate and graduate (Master-level) courses.
• Potential for teaching in organic or analytical is partially determined by having graduate-level coursework in organic or analytical chemistry, respectively.
• Experience or familiarity with techniques that promote student engagement, equity, and success.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate lectures and laboratory classes in their area of expertise.
• Engage in research and scholarly achievements.
• Provide advising to students.
• Contribute to service to the University.
• Incorporate a global perspective and a commitment to diversity in higher education into teaching, scholarship, and service.
• Establish an active research program involving undergraduate and M.S.-level students.
• Contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through research, teaching, and/or service.

Benefits

• The position follows a Teacher-Scholar model.
• Cal Poly Pomona is committed to being the model for an inclusive polytechnic university that inspires creativity and innovation, embraces local and global challenges, and transforms lives.
• The university is a Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution.
• The university is committed to promoting social mobility.
• The university is committed to the Black Thriving Initiative.
• The university provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities.

What This Job Offers

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