Assistant Professor- Chemistry

Wayne State University•Detroit, MI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Wayne State University's Department of Chemistry invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Organic Chemistry, broadly defined, with a focus on interdisciplinary biomedical research. The full-time, benefits-eligible faculty appointment is an academic-year (nine-month) position at the university's Detroit campus, with an expected start date of August 18, 2027. The position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement between Wayne State University and the WSU Chapter of the American Association of University Professors. The successful candidate will conduct research in a broadly defined contemporary analytical or organic chemistry area, teach undergraduate and graduate Chemistry courses, publish in leading peer-reviewed journals, and seek external funding to support their research program. They will direct graduate students' research and thesis work and contribute to department, college, and university duties consistent with good faculty citizenship. Applicants should submit a one-page cover letter, curriculum vitae, a three- to five-page research plan describing an independent research proposal and significant accomplishments, and a one-page statement of teaching experience, interests, and philosophy. Three recommendation letters should be emailed directly by the writers to [email protected]. The committee will begin reviewing applications on December 15, 2026, and continue until the position is filled. Salary is listed as TBD. A background check may be required before employment.

Requirements

Ph.D. in a field of specialization or a related area.
Research experience indicating the ability to maintain a high-profile, fundable, and contemporary research program.
Research publications in leading journals appropriate to the discipline.

Responsibilities

Conduct research in a broadly defined contemporary analytical or organic chemistry area, focused on interdisciplinary biomedical research.
Teach Chemistry courses at undergraduate and graduate levels.
Publish research results in leading peer-reviewed journals.
Seek external funding to support the research program.
Direct graduate students' research and thesis work.
Perform department, college, and university duties consistent with good faculty citizenship.