About the Job

The Department of Chemistry (cse.umn.edu/chem) seeks to fill one or more tenured faculty positions. Candidates with research programs with potential for high societal impact for energy, environment, and health would be given strong consideration. Successful candidates will be expected to sustain an innovative research program, advise research students, teach courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels in the Department of Chemistry, participate in departmental and university governance, and take a role in mentoring and advocating for our junior faculty. Selection will be based on each candidate’s record of previous accomplishments relevant to these responsibilities, their potential for outstanding future contributions, and their potential to actively advance the institution’s goal of creating a positive campus climate that is both inclusive and diverse.

Qualifications

Appointees must have completed all requirements for the Ph.D. or equivalent foreign degree by the date of appointment. Applications will be considered from candidates within the broad areas of physical chemistry or inorganic chemistry with implications in organic, inorganic, materials, biological, and/or physical chemistry fields.

About the Department

The Department of Chemistry at the University of Minnesota (UMN) provides a world-class education through classroom teaching and cutting-edge research. As a central, core discipline in science and engineering, chemistry is critical for solving society's most important problems and making significant positive impacts on human health, energy, and the environment. The UMN Department of Chemistry has been a national and international leader throughout its history. A wide range of companies and academic institutions from across the world hire our graduates and collaborate with us on research. Department of Chemistry alumni have enormous societal impact as academicians, K-12 teachers, scientists and managers in industrial and government laboratories, lawyers, public policy advocates, entrepreneurs, and in a diverse array of other fields.

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range: $144,000 to $185,000; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment: 100% time, 9-month academic year appointment

Position Type: Faculty and P&A Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
University HSA contributions
Disability and employer-paid life insurance
Employee wellbeing program
Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
Financial counseling services
Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

How To Apply

Evaluation of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the positions are filled. Candidates should apply online and include a curriculum vitae.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-UOHR (8647).

Inquiries

Faculty Search Committee, Department of Chemistry

University of Minnesota

207 Pleasant St. SE

Minneapolis, MN, 55455-0431

chemfs@umn.edu

Diversity

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

Employment Requirements

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

University of Minnesota Twin Cities

University of Minnesota - Twin Cities, Minneapolis, MN, USA

"Faculty Position with Tenure, Department of Chemistry, Twin Cities Campus"

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