Will S. DeLoach Distinguished Professor in Chemistry

University of North Carolina Wilmington • Wilmington, NC

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About The Position

The Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry in the College of Science and Engineering invites applications for The Will S. DeLoach Distinguished Professorship in Chemistry. This position is a tenure-track endowed position at the level of Professor. Candidates with research interests in the broad area of chemistry are invited to apply. The successful candidate is expected to maintain excellence in research with a vigorous, externally funded program, to teach at the undergraduate and graduate levels. The candidate will also have the opportunity to mentor students in four graduate programs; MS in Marine Science, MS in Chemistry, PhD in Applied Coastal & Ocean Sciences, and PhD in Pharmaceutical Chemistry. In addition to teaching, research, and service requirements, the position has the following expectations: Evidence of a distinguished record of research in chemistry, Evidence of a distinguished record in teaching at both the graduate and undergraduate levels, Experience and success in securing external funding, Experience and ability to engage with the community on matters related to chemistry, A proposed agenda for research, engagement, and service that will bring distinction to UNCW, the College of Science and Engineering, and the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry. The recipient is selected as a distinguished professor for an initial term of five years, beginning in Fall 2025. Renewal of the appointment will be at the discretion of the Provost and Dean of the College of Science and Engineering based on an evaluation of the individual's accomplishments and future vision for the position.

Requirements

• PhD or equivalent in Chemistry or associated area of science
• Currently employed at the rank of Associate Professor or above or equivalent
• Exceptional records of achievement to meet the expectations for the rank of Full Professor at appointment

Nice To Haves

• Achieved international prominence in their field
• Excellent record of publication
• Extramural funding
• Graduate mentorship
• High level of productivity for another decade or more

Responsibilities

• Maintain excellence in research with a vigorous, externally funded program
• Teach at the undergraduate and graduate levels
• Mentor students in four graduate programs: MS in Marine Science, MS in Chemistry, PhD in Applied Coastal & Ocean Sciences, and PhD in Pharmaceutical Chemistry
• Demonstrate a distinguished record of research in chemistry
• Demonstrate a distinguished record in teaching at both the graduate and undergraduate levels
• Secure external funding
• Engage with the community on matters related to chemistry
• Propose a research, engagement, and service agenda that brings distinction to UNCW, the College of Science and Engineering, and the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees