"BCAS- Assistant Professor of Organometallic Chemistry, in Chemistry & Biochemistry - 527460"

Position Summary

The Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry at The University of Alabama seeks an outstanding individual with expertise in organometallic chemistry to fill a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor rank beginning August 16, 2026.

Detailed Position Information

The Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry at The University of Alabama seeks an outstanding individual with expertise in organometallic chemistry to fill a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor rank beginning August 16, 2026. A Ph.D. in chemistry or a related field and relevant post-doctoral training are required. Successful candidates are expected to develop a vigorous, externally funded research program and to have the ability to teach both undergraduate and graduate courses in organic chemistry. Proposed research programs that complement research interests of the Department and University are of particular interest. Detailed information about the Department and its facilities can be found at https://chemistry.ua.edu.

Applicants should apply online at https://careers.ua.edu/jobs/search/AS and provide a curriculum vitae with a publication list, along with research plans and a teaching philosophy statement. In addition, applicants should arrange for three letters of reference to be sent to the Chair, Organometallic Chemistry Search Committee, Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry, Box 870336, The University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa, AL 35487 or sent electronically to chemistry@as.ua.edu. Questions regarding the position or application process can be directed to Prof. Tim Snowden (snowden@ua.edu), chair of the organometallic search committee. Review of applications will begin October 15, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled.

Minimum Qualifications

A Ph.D. in chemistry or a related field and relevant post-doctoral training are required.

Preferred Qualifications

Successful candidates are expected to develop a vigorous, externally funded research program and to have the ability to teach both undergraduate and graduate courses in organic chemistry.

Instructions and Required Materials for Application

Applicants should apply online at https://careers.ua.edu/jobs/search/AS and provide a curriculum vitae with a publication list, along with research plans and a teaching philosophy statement. In addition, applicants should arrange for three letters of reference to be sent to the Chair, Organometallic Chemistry Search Committee, Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry, Box 870336, The University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa, AL 35487 or sent electronically to chemistry@as.ua.edu. Questions regarding the position or application process can be directed to Prof. Tim Snowden (snowden@ua.edu), chair of the organometallic search committee. Review of applications will begin October 15, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled.