"ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR CHEMISTRY-TENURE TRACK"

Job Summary

Responsible for high research productivity (external funding and publications); conducting applied research; supervising undergraduate and graduate student research; teaching chemistry courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels, including but not limited to biochemistry, biological engineering and material science; advising undergraduate and graduate students; developing courses for chemistry and engineering for undergraduate and graduate programs; and assuming departmental and college committee responsibilities.

Distinguishing Characteristics

Demonstrated engagement in applied chemistry/biochemistry research (with the potential for expanded interdisciplinary work) in spaces common to engineering disciplines such as chemical, biological, and material science and as evidenced by scholarly publications and the ability to secure external funding to conduct applied chemistry/biochemistry research.

Essential Duties Summary

• Research productivity (external funding and publications in peer-reviewed journals).
• Supervise research for undergraduate and graduate students
• Teach chemistry, biochemistry, biological engineering, material science and other related courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Advise undergraduate and graduate students.
• Develop courses for chemistry and engineering programs.
• Serve on departmental and college committees.
• Participate in professional activities, including internal and external conferences and seminars.
• Perform other duties within the range of skills typically associated with a position of this classification in an evolving teaching and learning environment.
• Carry out additional job-related duties as assigned.

% FTE

1.0

Hiring Range

$70,856.64-$97,428.00

Education

Required: Doctorate in chemistry

Required Licensing/Certification

None required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Policies, procedures, and practices.
• Microsoft Office Professional or similar applications.

Skill in:

• Detail oriented.
• Effective customer service.
• Problem-solving and decision-making.
• Multitasking and time management.
• Both verbal and written communication.

Ability to:

• Work with a diverse student population.
• Ability to maintain the security or integrity of critical infrastructure, which may include communications systems, computer networks and systems, cybersecurity systems, electrical grid, hazardous waste treatment or water treatment system.

Work Experience

Required:

• At least one-year post-doctoral or professional experience
• Minimum five (5) years teaching experience
• Experience in applied research.

Working/Environmental Conditions

• Prolonged standing and/or walking.
• Handling light weight objects.
• Using or carrying equipment.

Close Date

12/26/2025

Special Instructions to Applicants

Open to all applicants.

Posting Supplemental Questions

1. Do you have an earned doctorate in Chemistry? (Yes/No)
2. Do you have at least one-year post-doctoral or professional experience, minimum five (5) years teaching experience? (Yes/No)
3. Do you have experience in applied research? (Yes/No)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application
3. Official Transcripts

Optional Documents

1. Other Document
2. Reference Letter 1
3. Reference Letter 2
4. Reference Letter 3