Chemistry, Assistant Professor

Cal Poly Pomona • Pomona, CA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

California State Polytechnic University, Pomona (Cal Poly Pomona) invites 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 in the area of cosmetic or formulation chemistry from any subdiscipline, or organic chemistry. The university emphasizes an integrative, experiential learning education that is inclusive, relevant, and values diverse perspectives. Cal Poly Pomona is a polytechnic university known for its learn-by-doing approach and Teacher Scholar Model. The department offers B.S. and M.S. degrees in Chemistry and is certified by the American Chemical Society. The position follows a Teacher-Scholar model, requiring excellence in teaching, advising, research, scholarly achievements, and service to the University. Applicants with a global perspective and a commitment to diversity in higher education are particularly encouraged.

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.
• Conduct research and scholarly achievements.
• Provide service to the University.
• Advise students.
• 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.
• Access to resources and support to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities.
• Opportunity to contribute to an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually vibrant environment.
• Support for open dialogue, mutual respect, and belonging.
• Support for educational excellence and student success.
• Meaningful engagement with diverse perspectives.
• Advancing knowledge and empowering individuals to reach their full potential.
• Prioritizing inclusive curriculum development, faculty and staff training, student mentorship, and comprehensive support programs.
• Reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities.

What This Job Offers

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