"Assistant Professor - Theoretical/Computational Chemistry"

The Department of Chemistry in the University of California, Riverside invites applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level with a research focus in Theoretical/Computational Chemistry. The new hire will further strengthen our physical and theoretical chemistry program and have the opportunity to collaborate with a vibrant network of researchers across the chemistry, physics, biology and engineering departments.

All candidates must have a doctorate degree and will be expected to establish a nationally and internationally recognized research program. Preference will be given to applicants whose research interests complement those of existing faculty and strengthen UCR’s strategic initiatives.

Applicants should be strongly committed to both undergraduate and graduate teaching in both classroom and laboratory environments. Applicants are expected to provide individualized mentoring to PhD candidates/postdoctoral scholars and to contribute to university service.

Applications should include a full curriculum vitae, a description of proposed research, teaching philosophy, and letters from three references. All application materials must be submitted electronically via the Internet through AP Recruit at: https://aprecruit.ucr.edu/apply/JPF02181. For additional information, please contact Professor Gregory Beran, Search Committee Chair, Department of Chemistry, University of California, Riverside, California. 92521. E-mail contact: gregory.beran@ucr.edu. Review of applications will begin December 15, 2025 and will continue until the position is filled. Anticipated start date is July 1, 2026, or thereafter.

Salary is commensurate with education and experience.

Advancement through the Faculty ranks at the University of California is through a series of structured, merit-based evaluations, occurring every 2-3 years, each of which includes substantial peer input.

The University of California, Riverside is a world-class research university with an exceptionally diverse undergraduate student body. UCR is a member institution of the American Association of Universities (AAU) as well as the Alliance of Hispanic Serving Research Universities (HSRU). A commitment to the UCR mission (https://apro.ucr.edu/mission-statement) is a preferred qualification.

We seek to hire scholars who will both advance our research directions and effectively educate our undergraduate and graduate students, while also engaging with University and Professional service activities. Research and teaching statements that are included with application materials are opportunities for candidates to share knowledge, experience, and goals that support the mission of UCR. For more information on UC’s criteria for successful faculty, refer to the Academic Personnel Manual (APM) 210 - Criteria for Appointment, Promotion, and Appraisal (https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/apm/apm-210.pdf).