Provide academic advising to undergraduate and graduate
students.
Develop a strong, independent research program suitable for
undergraduate and Ph.D. student involvement.
Pursue external funding to support the research program.
Mentor undergraduate researchers on a year-round basis.
Mentor M.S. and Ph.D. students in the Pharmaceutical and
Chemical Sciences Program.
Participate in departmental and university service as expected
of tenure-track faculty.
Seek collaborations across the university's professional
schools, including pharmacy, dentistry, and the planned School of
Medicine.
University of the Pacific recognizes that diversity, equity, and
inclusion is foundational to the success of our valued students and
employees. We prioritize policy and decision-making that
demonstrates awareness of, and responsiveness to, the ways
socio-cultural forces related to race, gender, ability, sexuality,
socio-economic status, etc. impede or propel students, faculty, and
staff.
Pacific offers full-time employees a unique opportunity to live on
our beautiful campus at below-market rental rates-helping you save
time and money on your commute.
Minimum Qualifications:
Ph.D. in chemistry or a closely related field.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Postdoctoral training; Research interests in organic chemistry,
medicinal chemistry, bioorganic chemistry, or chemical
biology.
- Experience and sensitivity in working with people of diverse
backgrounds and cultures.
- Demonstrated experience in advancing social justice, equity,
and inclusion in a university setting.
- Ability to engage and integrate culturally responsive practices
and knowledge in their work.
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative but not
definitive of those that must be met by an employee to successfully
perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities
to perform the essential functions.
This is an in-person role, and the successful candidate must be
willing to relocate within California, preferably within 25 miles
of the Stockton Pacific campus.
Requires extended periods of sitting and repetitive hand/wrist
motion while using a computer keyboard and phone. Occasional
standing, walking, climbing stairs, bending, stooping, and
reaching. Occasional lifting up to 25 pounds.
Work Environment/Work Week/Travel: Work is
performed during standard hours; Additional hours may be required
to meet business needs or deadlines.
Special Instructions:
Appointment begins Fall 2027.
We encourage interested candidates to apply by October 31, 2026,
when we begin reviewing applications. The position will remain open
until filled, so we welcome applications throughout the search
process.
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
Please submit a research proposal suitable for undergraduate and
Ph.D. student involvement under Research Program Plan.
To apply, visit https://pacific.peopleadmin.com/postings/32851
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