Assistant Professor - Chemistry and Biochemistry

Requisition ID: 2024-7903

of Openings: 1

Location: US-UT-Logan

Category: Faculty

Position Type: Benefited Full-Time

Job Classification: Faculty

College: College of Science

Department: Chemistry and Biochemistry

Advertised Salary: Commensurate with experience, plus excellent benefits

Overview

The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at Utah State University invites applications from outstanding candidates for a tenure-track position in organic chemistry at the Assistant Professor level estimated to start in August of 2025. The successful applicant will develop an externally funded research program in organic chemistry; preference will be given to applicants with research interests that complement existing research in the department. Applicants must have earned a PhD in Chemistry or a closely related discipline; postdoctoral experience in experimental organic chemistry is preferred. The position requires the development of a nationally recognized, externally funded, research program and teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels. The teaching responsibilities will include organic courses at both the graduate and undergraduate levels.

Evaluation of applications will begin October 1, 2024 and will continue until the position is filled.

Responsibilities

• Develop a nationally recognized, externally funded research program

• Teach undergraduate and graduate level courses in organic chemistry

• Participate in departmental committees and activities

• Mentor graduate students

   

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• PhD in chemistry or a closely related discipline

• Research program in organic chemistry

• Experience/training in the areas of organic chemistry

• Ability to develop a nationally recognized, externally-funded research program involving postdocs and graduate and undergraduate students

• Excellent track record of publishing in top scientific journals

• Ability to teach effectively in undergraduate and graduate courses, including upper division organic chemistry courses

• Excellent spoken and written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Postdoctoral and/or faculty/industry experience

• Research that is complementary to departmental research

• Evidence of successful grantsmanship

   

Required Documents

Along with the online application, please attach:

• CV to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under "Resume/CV"

• Name and contact information for three professional references to be entered into Candidate Profile. If you are a final candidate your references will be sent an email from USU asking them to upload a letter of recommendation on your behalf.

• Cover Letter to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under "Documents 1-10"

• An executive summary of your research program (1 page maximum) to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under "Documents 1-10"

• A concise description (up to 5 pages total, not including references) of the projects that would comprise your research program to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the... For full info follow application link.

   

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