The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at California State University, Fullerton, invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Experimental Physical Chemistry, with an appointment to begin in Fall 2027.

The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry is dedicated to the mission that teaching and research are intricately mixed and that by providing our students with high-quality classroom instruction and hands-on involvement in research, we prepare them for successful careers in science. We welcome applications from candidates excited to support this mission while working with a diverse student body, including underrepresented populations, first-generation students, and students from low-income backgrounds. We are particularly interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of our academic community through their research, teaching, and/or service.

Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education and Employment This position is open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. ... [full equal opportunity text as provided] ...

Position The successful candidate will be expected to teach and mentor a diverse student population, initiate and sustain an active experimental physical chemistry research program involving undergraduate and master's students, and devote time to engaging in departmental, college, and university service. Teaching responsibilities will include undergraduate lecture and laboratory courses in physical chemistry, along with undergraduate and graduate lecture and laboratory courses consistent with the candidate's interests and expertise. New faculty receive start-up funds, research lab space, and reduced instructional workload over their first two years to establish an experimental physical chemistry research program capable of generating peer-reviewed publications with CSUF student co-authors and external funding. The successful candidate will also be expected to contribute to and participate in the life and development of the department, advise students, serve on committees, and participate in the broader university and disciplinary communities.

Required Qualifications

• A Ph.D. in chemistry or a closely related field, and relevant postdoctoral experience at the time of appointment.
• A strong commitment to and demonstrated potential for effective and engaging teaching using strategies such as, but not limited to, student-centered pedagogy, active learning, and inquiry-based approaches. Teaching responsibilities will include undergraduate physical chemistry lecture and laboratory courses, along with additional undergraduate and graduate lecture and laboratory courses based on interest, expertise, and departmental need.
• A record of research productivity in experimental physical chemistry or closely related fields.
• A proven ability to develop and maintain an independent, funded research program in experimental physical chemistry that engages undergraduate and master's level students, resulting in peer-reviewed publications with CSUF student co-authors.
• The ability to communicate with and effectively mentor an ethnically and culturally diverse campus population.

Application A complete online application must be received by electronic submission to be considered. To apply, please visit https://hr.fullerton.edu/workforce/careers.html, choose full-time faculty, search for the position 559144, and provide the following required materials: cover letter, curriculum vitae, Teaching statement (2-page limit), Research statement (4-page limit), Candidate statement on commitment to inclusive excellence (no more than 500 words), a list of three references, Graduate Transcripts. Finalists must submit three letters of recommendation. Application Deadline: September 1, 2026. The anticipated appointment is Fall 2027.

The Department [full department description as provided]

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Compensation The Assistant Professor (Academic Year) classification salary range is $6,221 to $13,224 monthly (12 monthly payments per academic year). The anticipated hiring range is $7,206 to $7,350 monthly or $86,472 - $88,200 annually.

CSUF Benefits [full benefits text as provided]

International Candidates [full international candidates text as provided]

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The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at California State University, Fullerton, invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Experimental Physical Chemistry, with an appointment to begin in Fall 2027.

The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry is dedicated to the mission that teaching and research are intricately mixed and that by providing our students with high-quality classroom instruction and hands-on involvement in research, we prepare them for successful careers in science. We welcome applications from candidates excited to support this mission while working with a diverse student body, including underrepresented populations, first-generation students, and students from low-income backgrounds. We are particularly interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of our academic community through their research, teaching, and/or service.

Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education and Employment This position is open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. ... [full equal opportunity text as provided] ...

Position The successful candidate will be expected to teach and mentor a diverse student population, initiate and sustain an active experimental physical chemistry research program involving undergraduate and master's students, and devote time to engaging in departmental, college, and university service. Teaching responsibilities will include undergraduate lecture and laboratory courses in physical chemistry, along with undergraduate and graduate lecture and laboratory courses consistent with the candidate's interests and expertise. New faculty receive start-up funds, research lab space, and reduced instructional workload over their first two years to establish an experimental physical chemistry research program capable of generating peer-reviewed publications with CSUF student co-authors and external funding. The successful candidate will also be expected to contribute to and participate in the life and development of the department, advise students, serve on committees, and participate in the broader university and disciplinary communities.

Required Qualifications

• A Ph.D. in chemistry or a closely related field, and relevant postdoctoral experience at the time of appointment.
• A strong commitment to and demonstrated potential for effective and engaging teaching using strategies such as, but not limited to, student-centered pedagogy, active learning, and inquiry-based approaches. Teaching responsibilities will include undergraduate physical chemistry lecture and laboratory courses, along with additional undergraduate and graduate lecture and laboratory courses based on interest, expertise, and departmental need.
• A record of research productivity in experimental physical chemistry or closely related fields.
• A proven ability to develop and maintain an independent, funded research program in experimental physical chemistry that engages undergraduate and master's level students, resulting in peer-reviewed publications with CSUF student co-authors.
• The ability to communicate with and effectively mentor an ethnically and culturally diverse campus population.

Application A complete online application must be received by electronic submission to be considered. To apply, please visit https://hr.fullerton.edu/workforce/careers.html, choose full-time faculty, search for the position 559144, and provide the following required materials: cover letter, curriculum vitae, Teaching statement (2-page limit), Research statement (4-page limit), Candidate statement on commitment to inclusive excellence (no more than 500 words), a list of three references, Graduate Transcripts. Finalists must submit three letters of recommendation. Application Deadline: September 1, 2026. The anticipated appointment is Fall 2027.

The Department [full department description as provided]

The University and College [full university and college description as provided]

Compensation The Assistant Professor (Academic Year) classification salary range is $6,221 to $13,224 monthly (12 monthly payments per academic year). The anticipated hiring range is $7,206 to $7,350 monthly or $86,472 - $88,200 annually.

CSUF Benefits [full benefits text as provided]

International Candidates [full international candidates text as provided]

CSU Policies [full CSU policies text as provided]