Full or associate professor at the Department of Physical Chemistry

The Faculty of Science of the University of Geneva is opening a position of FULL or ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR position at the Department of Physical Chemistry, in the domain of theoretical/computational chemistry.

The Department of physical chemistry of the Faculty of science of the University of Geneva offers an innovative and stimulating scientific environment. Internationally recognized research of the Department includes the development and application of spectroscopic and microscopic tools to study ultrafast processes, protein dynamics and biochemical processes, the birth of crystals, aggregates and chiral materials as well as theoretical chemistry.

The position is full time with teaching at the Bachelor and Master levels in the field of general chemistry, physical chemistry and quantum chemistry (6 h/week). The successful candidate is expected to lead a vibrant research program at an internationally competitive level in theoretical or computational chemistry. The field of research should enable synergies within the department and with the priority projects of the Faculty of Science, that is, life sciences, materials sciences, and environmental science. Research areas of interest are (but are not restricted to) the development of quantum chemical methods for the description of the (electronic) structure, properties and dynamics of (bio)molecules, molecular aggregates and molecular materials. The candidate will be asked to apply for external funding and will be involved in administrative duties in the Department of physical chemistry and in the Faculty of Science.

Title and required skills

PhD in chemistry or equivalent. Relevant teaching experience. Track record of scientific achievements including publications in high-ranked international journals.

Starting date

1st September 2026, or as agreed.

Contact:

Complementary information may be obtained at the following e-mail address: scienceopenings@unige.ch.

Additional information

Applications should include the following:

• Cover letter;
• Detailed CV together with a list of publications;
• Copy of highest degrees/diploma;
• Research and teaching statements;
• List of referees who may later be contacted directly by the search committee. Recommendation letters are not requested at this stage.

Applications should be submitted exclusively on-line to the following address: https://jobs.unige.ch before 30 October 2025 (23:59 Geneva time).

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