Positions Outside IU

The Department of Chemistry and Physics at Indiana State University seeks applications for a one-year, full-time teaching position in analytical chemistry beginning August 1, 2024. Candidates should either have or expect to receive a Ph.D. in chemistry with a specialization in analytical chemistry by August 2024. The
successful candidate will have a commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching. Teaching responsibilities will include sophomore-level equilibrium and quantitative analysis and senior-level instrumental analysis lecture and laboratory courses, and General Chemistry I and II laboratories.

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The Department of Chemistry and Physics at Indiana State University invites applications for a tenure-track appointment in analytical chemistry at the Assistant Professor level to begin August 2024.

A Ph.D. in chemistry or closely related area is required and postdoctoral experience is preferred. ABD candidates will also be considered. The successful candidate will have a commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching in both introductory and advanced courses. The successful candidate will also develop a robust, externally funded research program involving undergraduate students.

A competitive start-up package is offered.

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The Department of Chemistry in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at Iowa State University in Ames, Iowa invites candidates to apply for a term faculty teaching position at the Assistant or Associate rank, depending on relevant experience. Responsibilities include large in-person introductory and physical chemistry courses with an option of analytical courses; course assignments may evolve over time. The initial teaching assignment is two courses per semester and service work within the department, which may focus on issues of teaching assistants’ management or undergraduate affairs, as well as other parts of the life of the department and college. The successful candidate will have excellent teaching and communications skills and provide an effective and welcoming learning experience for students with diverse backgrounds. Teaching faculty are fully integrated into the department with voting rights on all matters, save for a few, such as the granting of tenure. This is a 9-month position with an initial 3-year term. This position has the possibility of renewal, contingent upon budget and department staffing needs and following a successful departmental review. Opportunities for teaching online summer school courses are also possible.

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Hofstra University Department of Chemistry invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in any area of Organic Chemistry to start September 1, 2024. Hofstra is located in suburban Long Island, NY, about 30 minutes from NYC. The chemistry department serves only undergraduate students, who are eager to be mentored and engage in research. Our best students matriculate at top PhD and MD programs. We offer ACS-certified BS Chemistry and BS Biochemistry degrees, and we also offer a BS Forensic Science. We are growing department of 15 full-time faculty and 150 majors, with resources to support faculty research and teaching. Significant startup funds are provided, and grant-seeking is expected. The teaching load is 3-2 and class sizes start at 40 for intro classes and shrink to 10 for advanced classes.

We have extended our search from Fall 2023. We invite you to identify candidates for this faculty position from among your graduate students and postdocs who have an interest in both research and teaching and encourage them to apply. A PhD in Chemistry or related field is required by the start date. Teaching experience, especially with a diverse population of learners, is highly desirable. The link to the job application is below. Applications will be considered until the job is filled; review of applications will begin February 16, 2023. Please urge any interested candidates to apply ASAP.

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The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry invites applications for a tenure-track position in analytical chemistry to begin fall 2024. Applicants should have a Ph.D. (postdoctoral experience preferred) in analytical chemistry or a closely related field and demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching and research. Teaching responsibilities include analytical chemistry, instrumental analysis, general chemistry, electives in the candidate’s area of specialization, and contributions to the College’s winter term and first-year seminar programs. Research with undergraduate students is expected and strongly supported. Candidates with areas of expertise that complement existing areas of strength  at Middlebury and within the department are particularly welcome.

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Kenyon College invites applications for a tenure-track position as Assistant Professor of Chemistry, to begin July 2024. Competitive candidates will have plans for an active research program rooted in experimental inorganic, physical or analytical methods, broadly defined, and a commitment to teaching excellence. The Department values familiarity with best practices in inclusive teaching and the ability to mentor undergraduate research students. A Ph.D. in Chemistry or a closely related field is required.

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The Bowdoin College Chemistry Department has initiated a search for a tenure-track Assistant Professor appointment with teaching responsibilities beginning in the fall of 2024. We are interested in candidates who take computational approaches to address chemical problems, informed by a physical chemistry perspective, broadly defined. We are especially interested in candidates able to make connections to existing interdisciplinary programs at the College (such as Biochemistry, Digital and Computational Studies, Environmental Studies, or Chemical Physics), strengthen one or more of the interdisciplinary tracks through our major (e.g. neurochemical, geochemical or environmental tracks), or bring new knowledge and skills (e.g. macromolecular chemistry, green chemistry or bioinorganic chemistry) to our program. While we intend to hire at the rank of assistant professor, exceptional senior candidates may also be considered.

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The Department of Mathematical, Physical, and Engineering Sciences seeks applications from qualified candidates with a robust research agenda for a full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Chemistry. The specialization should be Analytical Chemistry. Postdoctoral experience in chemistry is required. The appointment begins in Fall 2023. Excellence in teaching at all levels of the curriculum, engaging students in research, leading and participating in externally-funded projects, and publishing in leading journals is expected. Contributing to improving student success in entry level Chemistry courses is also a high priority for the University. The base teaching load for tenure-track faculty is 3/3. Summer teaching assignments may be available but are not guaranteed. Service to the department, college, university, and the community is also required.

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Interested in working at a PUI (primarily undergraduate institution)? Want to gain teaching experience with a small class size? Centre College invites applications for a one-year Visiting Assistant Professor of Chemistry beginning in August 2023. We seek a teacher-scholar with a strong commitment to student-centered, inclusive teaching who will enhance the teaching and learning environment at Centre College with their lived experiences, ideas, perspectives, and scholarship. While the area of expertise is open, teaching expectations will include introductory courses, along with other courses among the current departmental offerings. The ideal candidate would have a Ph.D. or equivalent terminal degree in any area of chemistry or biochemistry by the start of their appointment; candidates with a master’s degree in chemistry or biochemistry, candidates who are considered ABD, or candidates with sufficient graduate work in chemistry will also be considered. Review of applications will begin on May 8th; applications will continue to be reviewed until the position is filled.

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The Chemistry Department at Carleton College is seeking applications for a full-time, one-year position, at the Visiting Assistant Professor level starting September 1, 2023. We seek a chemist who is strongly committed to teaching undergraduates in a liberal arts environment and who can help further our community goals in the areas of diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect, including through a commitment to inclusive excellence in their teaching. The position will primarily involve teaching introductory courses in our “Principles of Chemistry” series, as well as a possible upper-level offering in the candidate’s area of expertise. A completed Ph.D. in Chemistry is preferred, but applicants who are within one year of Ph.D. completion will be considered. The normal teaching load is one lecture and two laboratory sections per term, in each of three 10-week terms in the academic year. We are particularly interested in candidates committed to teaching a diverse student body.

The Department of Chemistry at Virginia Tech invites applications for a General Chemistry Laboratory Instructor, with an intended start date of Late Spring/Early Summer 2023. Teaching assignments will be in the General Chemistry Laboratory (e.g., Virginia Tech Courses - CHEM 1045/1046). Duties include preparation of course materials (including laboratory design and updating), presentation of topics, coordination of graduate teaching assistants (GTAs) involved in instruction, grading, assisting students individually, and other such activities as may be required to accomplish instruction.

The successful candidate for the physical chemistry position will hold a Ph.D. in physical chemistry by the start date. Preference may be given to individuals who have computational experience and/or who have diverse experience with chemical instrumentation. The candidate will teach lecture and laboratory courses in general chemistry and a two-semester sequence in physical chemistry, including lab.

The successful candidate for the open position will hold a Ph.D. in chemistry by the start date. Preference may be given to individuals who have experience in one or more of the following areas: organic, materials, education, or with diverse experience with chemical instrumentation. The candidate will teach lecture and laboratory courses in general chemistry and area of expertise, including lab. Please specify discipline.

The primary purpose of this position is to support the teaching staff by purchasing, preparing and organizing labs and ensuring equipment, chemicals and supplies are available as needed. The Stockroom Coordinator also supports research faculty and students who need chemicals and related supplies for their work. This position ensures proper safety protocols are followed in the Chemical Stockroom, storage areas and preparation rooms. Thus, this position works in close collaboration with the Chemical Hygiene and Lab Safety Officer to ensure best practices in safety, maintenance, and inventory control.

This position will contribute to the teaching and service mission of the Department of Chemistry at Colorado State University through a range of activities. The major commitment will be teaching undergraduate courses or supervising laboratory instruction as appropriate to the individual’s background and the needs of the department. This position will play a significant role towards the growth and improvement of our undergraduate chemistry program and the building of a strong teaching/learning culture in the department, with interest and ability to contribute to our general chemistry course curriculum.

Candidates with a background in any area of biochemistry (broadly defined) will be considered. Candidates with backgrounds in pharmacology, toxicology or other areas that can complement our Forensic Science program are also encouraged to apply. Successful candidates will be able to teach biochemistry lecture and lab course and will have the opportunity to teach other courses in their area of expertise. A typical teaching load alternates between 2 and 3 courses per semester. The Chemistry Department serves only undergraduate students, with small class sizes (10-15) for junior and senior majors.

Successful candidates will demonstrate the potential to establish a vibrant research program centered on undergraduates and seek grant funding. Intra- and extramural research collaborations are strongly encouraged. Experience advising and mentoring individuals from groups underrepresented in STEM fields is highly desirable. The Chemistry Department offers undergraduate degrees in Biochemistry and Chemistry (with ACS accreditation), as well as Forensic Science. This position offers a competitive salary; excellent benefits; significant research and sabbatical support; and professional development.

The Chemistry Department at Hofstra University invites applications for a tenure-track position in Organic Chemistry beginning September 1, 2023. Any area spanning organic chemistry will be considered. Candidates with backgrounds in pharmacology, toxicology or other area that can complement our forensic science program are encouraged to apply. Successful candidates will be able to teach organic chemistry (lecture and lab) and will have the opportunity to teach other courses in their area of expertise. A typical teaching load alternates between 2 and 3 courses per semester. The Chemistry Department serves only undergraduate students, with small class sizes (10-15) for junior and senior majors.

Successful candidates will demonstrate the potential to establish a vibrant research program centered on undergraduates and seek grant funding. Intra- and extramural research collaborations are strongly encouraged. Experience advising and mentoring individuals from groups underrepresented in STEM fields is highly desirable. The Chemistry Department offers undergraduate degrees in Biochemistry and Chemistry (with ACS accreditation), as well as Forensic Science. This position offers a competitive salary; excellent benefits; significant research and sabbatical support; and professional development.

The Department of Chemistry at the University at Buffalo, The State University of New York invites applications for a faculty position in computational chemistry related to human health at the level of Assistant Professor. Candidates with research interests in computational structural biology and dynamics of biomacromolecules, structure-guided drug design, small molecule in silico screening and docking, machine learning in chemical biology and medicinal chemistry, and modeling of biochemical processes are particularly encouraged to apply. Candidates should have a strong background in physical and biophysical chemistry, and computational techniques including molecular dynamics simulations. This position is part of a multi-faculty recruitment effort supported by the Office of the Provost under the Disciplinary Excellence initiative.

The successful candidate will be expected to develop a vigorous and federally funded research program, and be committed to teaching a diverse student body at the undergraduate and graduate levels, and to serve the Department, university, and discipline. In line with UB’s commitment to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion, the applicants are encouraged to highlight their commitment to diversity and inclusion in their application.

The Department of Chemistry at the University of North Texas (UNT) located in Denton, Texas invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Chemistry position specializing in Chemistry Education Research, to begin September 1, 2023. The selected candidate is expected to play an important role in the current revitalization of our Ph.D. program in Chemistry Education, while also engaging in externally funded research and contributing to the teaching mission of the UNT Chemistry Department.

Applicants should hold a Ph.D. in Chemistry, Chemistry Education Research, or a closely related field. Experience teaching chemistry at the college and/or secondary school level will be viewed favorably. Postdoctoral research experience is also preferred. Research experience or interests may include but are not limited to pedagogy, inclusive teaching practices, assessment, and quantitative and/or qualitative methods. The Chemistry Education Ph.D. program is actively being revitalized, and our faculty view this program as a key component of our strategic plan to grow and diversify interdisciplinary research in our department. Candidates should have a record of published research in chemistry education, a strong commitment to research and teaching, compelling plans for an independent research program, and the desire to collaborate with current chemistry education research faculty and as well as utilize existing discipline-based education research resources across campus

The Department of Chemistry at the University of North Texas (UNT) invites applications for a tenure track faculty position in the broad area of Computational and Theoretical Chemistry. The position will be at the rank of Assistant Professor and has an expected start date of September 1, 2023.

We are seeking individuals who have a record of research accomplishment and compelling ideas for building an independent research program in any area of computational or theoretical chemistry. Candidates whose research complements or builds upon existing strengths in the department are especially encouraged to apply. The selected individual will interact with diverse faculty, staff and students within the Chemistry department and in other disciplines, contributing to a strong tradition of interdisciplinary and collaborative computational research at UNT. Development of a nationally and internationally visible, funded research program is expected. The new faculty member will have access to substantial computing resources and collaborative opportunities through the Center for Advanced Scientific Modeling (CASCaM, http://cascam.unt.edu/), a multi-departmental group centered in the Chemistry Department which supports research, education, training, and outreach in computational science.

The Department of Chemistry at Boston College seeks highly motivated PhD students. Successful applicants will enjoy an exceptionally friendly and energetic work environment that will allow them to conduct cutting-edge research and develop essential skills to become effective and creative researchers. Within the dynamic and collaborative department, the organic and organometallic chemistry division conducts cutting-edge research in synthetic methodology development, homogeneous catalysis, chemistry of radicals along with polymer and main-group chemistry. Faculty in the chemical biology division develop innovative technologies that leverage organic chemistry, molecular and cell biology techniques to elucidate the molecular basis of complex biology and diseases. The research teams in the physical chemistry division are working at the forefronts of heterogeneous and homogeneous catalysis, renewable energy and battery research, and theoretical biophysics.

The research groups have a track record of scientific excellence with recent contributions published in high-impact journals such as Nature, Science, Nature Chemistry, J. Am. Chem Soc., Angew. Chem. Int. Ed., and ACS Cent. Sci. The groups’ research efforts are supported by state-of-the art research facilities that include the professionally staffed, multi-million dollar Integrated Sciences Cleanroom, Nanofabrication and Mass Spectrometry Facilities, and housed within the Merkert Chemistry Center specialized facilities for Magnetic Resonance and X-ray Crystallography.  The recently opened Schiller Institute for Integrated Science and Society, steps from the Merkert Chemistry Center, features an interdisciplinary approach to address societal issues, particularly in the areas of energy, health and the environment.

The research groups are part of the Department of Chemistry, which currently has 17 full-time research faculty and about 120 graduate students. Graduates of the research programs have consistently landed top postdoctoral positions, both in the United States and abroad, and secured leadership positions in multinational companies.  Boston College’s campus is located in Chestnut Hill, which is less than five miles from Downtown Boston, one of the most livable cities in the United States.

Interested applicants are invited to explore the Department’s website. For questions about the application process, applicants are encouraged to contact the Department’s Associate Director of Administration and Graduate Student Services, Dale Mahoney (dale.mahoney@bc.edu). For specific questions about research, applicants are invited to directly contact the principal investigators Application packages are due by December 15^th 2022 and should be submitted through the Morrissey Graduate School of Arts & Sciences website:

https://www.bc.edu/content/bc-web/schools/mcas/graduate/admission.html

Visit the Department website to learn more about the research opportunities:

https://www.bc.edu/bc-web/schools/mcas/departments/chemistry.html

We aim to fill this position at the Assistant Professor level, but may consider exceptional candidates at the Associate Professor rank. Candidates must hold a Ph.D. or equivalent degree and be capable of outstanding teaching, scholarship, and research. Postdoctoral experience is highly desirable. Complete applications must include a cover letter, detailed CV, descriptions of research plans and teaching interests, a statement of commitment to diversity and inclusion, and the names of at least three references. Under “statement of commitment to diversity and inclusion”, we seek a 1-page personal statement on applicant contributions and commitment to diversity and inclusion, which will help us identify candidates who have the professional skills, experience, and/or willingness to engage in activities that advance our campus diversity and equity goals. Contributions can take a variety of forms, including research, mentorship, teaching, and outreach efforts. Letters of reference will be requested immediately upon submission of an application and should be received by October 23, 2022.

The Department of Chemistry (http://www.chem.umass.edu) at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, along with the Center for Bioactive Delivery within the Institute for Applied Life Sciences, (IALS, https://www.umass.edu/cbd/) invites applications for a full-time, tenure track faculty position. As the development of new therapeutic molecules shifts toward biologics, we seek applicants who will develop an innovative translational research program focused on therapeutic nucleic acids (RNA/DNA), proteins, or other functional biologics.

A Ph.D. degree or equivalent in Chemistry or a related field with relevant post-doctoral experience is required.

Evaluation of applicants will begin on October 14, 2022 and may continue until a suitable candidate pool has been identified.

The Hard X-ray Scattering & Spectroscopy (HXSS) program at Brookhaven Laboratory’s National Synchrotron Light Source II (NSLS-II) offers world-class capabilities for studying complex and heterogeneous materials under in-situ and operando conditions. The program provides specialized spectroscopy, diffraction, and imaging x-ray tools, supported by computational resources for high-throughput analysis and modeling.  One of the HXSS beamlines is 7-BM (Quick x-ray Absorption and Scattering, QAS) designed to enable in-situ studies of chemical and physical transformations by using separate and combined spectroscopy (XAS) and diffraction (XRD) techniques and by coupling XAS and IR spectroscopy (DRIFTS).

Essential duties:

• support the high-volume user research programs at the QAS beamline.
• engage in internal and external scientific collaborations that leverage the unique capabilities of the NSLS-II.
• be involved in developing instrumentation with an emphasis on fast, in-situ and operando X-ray spectroscopy and diffraction.
• development of sample handling automation, design of complex operando experiments, and development of data analysis and processing protocols.

The Department of Chemistry at Hanover College invites applications for a tenure track position as Assistant Professor of Chemistry to start in August 2023. Expertise in biochemistry is required, but specialization in a range of fields will be considered.

Teaching responsibilities include the introductory chemistry sequence with associated labs, biochemistry I and II with associated labs, and any upper-level courses specific to the candidate's areas of expertise. The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to excite and interest students in the classroom and the lab. Additionally, the candidate is expected to lead undergraduate-level research with a strong focus on feasible goals within a liberal-arts environment.

Successful candidates will demonstrate a commitment to engage the interests of a diverse student population and foster inclusivity across campus. Minimum qualification is a Ph.D. in chemistry or biochemistry. ABD will be considered, but the degree must be earned prior to the start date. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

The Department of Chemistry at Hanover College invites applications for a tenure track position as Assistant Professor of Chemistry to start in August 2023. Specialization in a range of fields will be considered with a preference in materials, inorganic, environmental, or supramolecular chemistry, but the ability to teach one semester of introductory inorganic chemistry is required.

Teaching responsibilities include the introductory chemistry sequence, introductory inorganic chemistry, and any upper-level courses specific to the candidate's areas of expertise. The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to excite and interest students in the classroom and the lab. Additionally, the candidate is expected to lead undergraduate-level research with a strong focus on feasible goals within a liberal-arts environment.

Successful candidates will demonstrate a commitment to engage the interests of a diverse student population and foster inclusivity across campus. Minimum qualification is a Ph.D. in chemistry or biochemistry. ABD will be considered, but the degree must be earned prior to the start date. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.