University Faculty Computational Chemistry

Establish an active and sustained research program with an emphasis on engaging undergraduate students in computational chemistry.

Serve on department and university committees.

Required Qualifications:
Required Qualifications:

• A Ph.D. in chemistry, biochemistry, or a closely related field completed before July 2027. ABD candidates considered if the degree is completed before July 2027.
• Research experience in computational chemistry, quantum chemistry, molecular dynamics, cheminformatics, chemical applications of machine learning, artificial intelligence, or a closely related field.

Preferred Qualifications:
Seeking applicants with the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Proven dedication to excellence in teaching at the undergraduate level.
• Ability to contribute in meaningful ways to the department, college, and university's advancement of student success.
• A demonstrated commitment to high-quality research and the ability to integrate research interests into undergraduate-level projects.
• Ability to establish and maintain undergraduate mentoring relationships, including mentoring students of all backgrounds
• Track record of collaborative professionalism.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Background Check? Yes

Benefits Summary:
WSU offers a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, long-term disability, life insurance, retirement, a wellness program with release time and paid incentives, tuition benefits, free tickets to athletic and performing arts events, and paid holidays.

Full/Part Time: Full Time
Open Date: 09/08/2026
Close Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes

Notes to Applicants:
If you are passionate about what you could offer and accomplish here at WSU, we would love to hear from you. The position comes with a generous benefits package.

To apply, please complete the online application and attach a cover letter, current CV, statement of teaching philosophy (other document 1), statement of research plan (other document 2), unofficial transcripts, and the names and contact information for three professional references. Letters of reference will be requested at the interview stage of the process.

Screening of applications will begin November 15, 2026. Position will remain open until filled.

Criminal background check required as a condition of employment.

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Physical Activity of this position: Expressing or exchanging ideas. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important instructions to other workers accurately or quickly. , Ability to receive detailed information with or without assistance.

Physical Requirements of this position: Light work. Exerting up to 20 lbs of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs of force frequently and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Use of arm and/or leg controls exerting forces greater than that for sedentary work.

Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision: Required to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; using a computer terminal; extensive reading.

The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position: None. The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as in typical office or administrative work).

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