Assistant Professor
About The Position
The Assistant Professor will teach chemistry courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels, mentor undergraduate and graduate students in research, recruit students at both levels, establish an externally funded research program, and contribute to shared governance through service to the university and department. The successful candidate is expected to develop a vigorous, innovative research program and attract students. The department will begin reviewing applicants on December 7, 2026. Desired candidates will propose research that strengthens existing departmental activities or addresses national and state research or workforce priorities in hypersonic materials, quantum computing, artificial intelligence, analytical chemistry, or chemical education. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States; the University is unable to sponsor or assume sponsorship of an employment visa at this time. Candidates must submit a curriculum vitae, a teaching philosophy and statement of interest, a proposed research description with equipment needs and startup budget, undergraduate and graduate transcripts, and contact information for three professional references. Candidates should arrange for three recommendation letters to be uploaded.
Requirements
- Ph.D. in chemistry or a closely related discipline.
- Authorization to work in the United States; the University is unable to sponsor or assume sponsorship of an employment visa.
Nice To Haves
- Postdoctoral experience is highly desirable.
- A proposed research program that strengthens existing departmental research or addresses national and state research or workforce priorities in hypersonic materials, quantum computing, artificial intelligence, analytical chemistry, or chemical education.
Responsibilities
- Teach chemistry courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
- Mentor undergraduate and graduate students in research.
- Recruit and attract undergraduate and graduate students.
- Establish and maintain a vigorous, innovative, externally funded research program.
- Engage in shared governance of the university and department through service.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
