AI-Driven Chemistry & Biochemistry — Tenure-Track Faculty

ACS; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

San Diego State University invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor position in AI-enabled Chemical Discovery within the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry. The position emphasizes developing AI applications for chemical questions and integrating AI with experimental chemistry and theory.

Candidates should demonstrate a funded research trajectory, teaching ability at multiple levels, and active service contributions.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to establish and sustain a vigorous, independent research program
• Experience teaching undergraduate and graduate courses
• Active contribution to university and professional service
• Postdoctoral or equivalent research experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Develop an AI-enabled chemical discovery program that advances the field
• Teach both undergraduate and graduate courses across chemistry and related disciplines
• Foster interdisciplinary collaborations across experimental, computational, and theoretical research
• Contribute to service within SDSU and the broader professional community

Skills

AI-enabled chemistry

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Teaching experience

Education

Terminal degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry or Computer Science

Job description

San Diego State University invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor position in AI-enabled Chemical Discovery within the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry. The position emphasizes developing AI applications for chemical questions and integrating AI with experimental chemistry and theory.

Candidates should demonstrate a funded research trajectory, teaching ability at multiple levels, and active service contributions.