Assistant Professor - Chemistry

University at Albany, SUNY; City of Albany (NY); Sur place; USD 85 000 - 110 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

University at Albany, SUNY invites applications for a full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemistry to pursue research in advanced materials design, semiconductor chemistry, sustainable chemistry, or related applied areas.

The successful candidate will establish an externally funded program and contribute to undergraduate and graduate education, with emphasis on hands-on research and industry collaboration.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Chemistry or a closely related field by Aug 21, 2027.
• Demonstrated potential for research in applied chemistry.
• Potential to obtain external extramural funding.
• Evidence of teaching ability in chemistry.

Responsabilités

• Conduct innovative research in chemistry or a related field.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate chemistry courses.
• Contribute to governance and service within the department and university.

Connaissances

Research independence

Student mentoring

External funding

Formation

Ph.D. in Chemistry or related field

Description du poste

About University at Albany:

University atAlbany is a Carnegie-classified Research 1 institution drivenby academic excellence, pioneering research and scientificdiscovery, and service to community. UAlbany's world-class faculty experts and approximately 17,500 students arecreating new knowledge in fields such as artificial intelligence,semiconductor engineering, atmospheric and environmental sciences,cybersecurity, public health, public administration and socialwelfare while deepening our understanding of our world throughscholarship and creative activity in the social sciences andhumanities. As one of the most diverse public research institutionsin the nation, the University is a national leader in publicengagement, educational equity and social mobility. For over 180years, UAlbany has molded bright, curious and engaged students andlaunched them toward success.

Located in Albany, New York, New York State's capital, theUniversity is convenient to Boston, New York City and theAdirondacks.

Job Description:

The Department of Chemistry within the College of Arts andSciences at the University at Albany invites applications for afull-time, tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor(academic year). The candidate will be an experimental chemistwhose research addresses advanced materials design and engineering,semiconductor-related chemistry, sustainable/green chemistry, orother areas of applied chemical science. They will establish anexternally funded research program and contribute to undergraduateand graduate education, with a particular emphasis on hands-onundergraduate research, workforce preparation, and industrialcollaboration. This position will enable the department to launchan applied MS program in \"Industry Chemistry\" designed to attractcurrent and future employees from regional industry partners.

In addition to teaching Chemistry courses and courses in their areaof expertise, the candidate will lead departmental efforts toincorporate green and sustainable chemistry principles across theChemistry curriculum and laboratory programs, particularly to help\"greenify\" our gen-chem for nursing students, to reduce studentexposure to hazardous substances and increase studentsuccess.

The Department of Chemistry offers undergraduate and graduateprograms that provide students with a strong foundation in thechemical sciences and opportunities for advanced research. Thedepartment's faculty pursue research across a broad range of areasin chemistry and related fields, fostering an interdisciplinary andcollaborative research environment.

Additionally, the Department of Chemistry and the College of Artsand Sciences offer a collaborative and supportive environment forfaculty and students. This position emphasizes candidates whopursue excellence in research, demonstrate a commitment to teachingundergraduate and graduate courses, and contribute to thedepartment's mission of fostering student success and scientificdiscovery.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Research : Conduct innovative research in chemistry or arelated field, publish findings in peer-reviewed journals, presentresearch at professional meetings and conferences, mentor studentresearchers, and seek external funding to support a productiveresearch program.


• Teaching : Teach and develop undergraduate and graduatechemistry courses, prepare course materials, mentor students, andfoster their intellectual and professional development.


• Service : Contribute to the governance and functioningof the University, College, and Department through departmental anduniversity service, student advising and mentoring, participationin admissions, and other professional and academic serviceactivities.

Functional and Supervisory Relationships:

• Reports to: Chair, Department of Chemistry


• Supervises: Graduate and undergraduate students, as well aslaboratory personnel, including postdoctoral researchers, researchscientists, technicians, and other research staff.

Job Requirements:

• Applicants must demonstrate an ability to develop inclusive andequitable relationships within our diverse campus community.


• Applicants must demonstrate an ability to support diversity,equity, access, inclusion, and belonging relative to theirrole.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ph.D. degree in Chemistry or a closely related field from acollege or university accredited by the U.S. Department ofEducation or an internationally recognized accrediting organizationby 8/21/2027.


• A demonstrated potential for research in the field of AppliedChemistry.


• Potential to obtain independent extramural funding.


• Evidence of academic preparation, disciplinary expertise, andinterest in teaching Chemistry.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Completed postdoctoral research in Chemistry or a relatedfield.


• Strong and growing record of impactful research andpeer-reviewed publications.


• Demonstrated ability to secure external research funding.


• Experience teaching of undergraduate and/or graduate courses invarious modalities.


• Experience mentoring undergraduate and/or graduate students inchemical research.

Working Environment:

• Typical office and classroom environments.


• Experimental chemistry laboratory environments.

Professional Rank and Salary Range:

• Assistant Professor(Academic-year appointment), Salary commensurate withexperience.

The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and CampusCrime Statistics Act, or Clery Act, mandates that all Title IVinstitutions, without exception, prepare, publish and distribute anAnnual Security Report. This report consists of two basic parts:disclosure of the University's crime statistics for the past threeyears; and disclosures regarding the University's current campussecurity policies. The University at Albany's Annual SecurityReport is available in portable document format [PDF] by clickingthis link http://police.albany.edu/ASR.shtml

Pursuant to New York Labor Law 194-a, the University will not seek,request, or rely upon an applicant's wage or salary history indetermining whether to interview, hire, or establish compensationfor an applicant. Applicants are not required to provide wage orsalary history information as a condition of employmentconsideration. Salary history may only be verified in the limitedcircumstances permitted by law.

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