The Energy Sciences Institute (ESI), in partnership with the Department of Chemistry, Yale University, New Haven, CT, invites applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant/Associate/Full Professor level rank to commence as early as July 1, 2027. The ESI focuses on performing fundamental research that is connected to solving problems connected to the energy sector and is one of seven multidisciplinary research institutes at Yale University’s West Campus. Institute faculty hold a primary appointment in a physical science or engineering department.
Currently, we seek to identify candidates whose research interests and accomplishments align with the Institute and the Chemistry Department. Candidates must have a Ph.D. in a relevant discipline, and an outstanding record of research that demonstrates originality in addressing significant questions in the study of energy broadly defined. Applicants conducting research in materials chemistry with applications related to the conversion of solar energy into storable chemical energy, as well as those with interest in the development of transitional technologies are especially encouraged to apply. Candidates will need to demonstrate that they can teach undergraduate and graduate courses in chemistry.
Application Instructions
Materials required for applications at all ranks include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and a teaching philosophy statement. Applications at the ranks of Assistant Professor should request three confidential letters of recommendation and provide a future research plan prefaced by a single-page summary, consisting of up to three proposals. Applicants for tenured positions are only asked to provide a research statement summarizing their current research program, and funding sources. Please submit all materials through Interfolio at http://apply.interfolio.com/190675. The review of applications will begin on October 1, 2026 and proceed until the position is filled. For further information, contact the Director of the ESI through Sherry Gray at sherry.gray@yale.edu or the Chair of the Chemistry Department at chemistry.chair@yale.edu.
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Professional Conduct Review for New Faculty Hires
The final candidate, upon acceptance of a contingent offer of employment/faculty appointment, may be required to disclose whether they are, or have been, the subject of any disciplinary proceeding (investigation, hearing, etc.) at previous institutions or employers, and may also be subject to a background screening. Candidates who materially misrepresent information on their resume or other application materials are ineligible for hire/appointment. Final candidates may also be required to sign a release to allow Yale to solicit information regarding any substantiated conduct violations from current and/or past employers.