Assistant Professor in Chemistry (Open Area)

Stanford University - Department of Chemistry; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 136,000 - 162,000; Full time

Job summary

Stanford University’s Department of Chemistry invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in any area of chemistry. Candidates should demonstrate potential to build a world-leading independent research program, possess strong communications, and commit to teaching and mentoring at both the graduate and undergraduate levels.

The appointment is anticipated to begin September 1, 2027. Salary for the 2026–2027 academic year ranges from $136,454 to $162,039, with Stanford’s pay

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in a related field at the time of appointment.
• Strong communication skills and a commitment to teaching and mentoring.
• Ability to teach and advise students at both the graduate and undergraduate levels.

Skills

Communication skills

Mentoring

Teaching

Education

Ph.D. in a related field

Job description

The Department of Chemistry at Stanford University seeks applicants for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in any area of Chemistry. Applicants should exhibit the potential to run a world-leading independent research program and should possess good communication skills and a commitment to teaching and mentoring. The successful candidate must have a Ph.D. in a related field at the time of appointment and will be expected to teach and advise students at both the graduate and undergraduate levels. The term of appointment is expected to begin on September 1, 2027.

The Chemistry Department, School of Humanities & Sciences, and Stanford University value faculty who will help foster an open and respectful academic environment for colleagues, students, and staff with a wide range of backgrounds and perspectives. Candidates may choose to include as part of their research and teaching statements a brief discussion about how their work and experience will further these values.

The salary range for this position is $136,454 - $162,039 for the academic year 2026–2027.

Stanford University has provided a pay range representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for the position upon hire. The pay offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors including (but not limited to) the qualifications of the selected candidate, budget availability, and internal equity.

Further information about Stanford’s Department of Chemistry may be found at https://chemistry.stanford.edu/. Inquiries may be directed to Brittany Forniotis, Faculty Affairs Administrator, fornioti[at]stanford.edu.

Review of applications will begin on November 3, 2026; later applications may be considered at the discretion of the search committee. The application process will close on December 31, 2026.

Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Stanford welcomes applications from all who would bring additional dimensions to the University’s research, teaching and clinical missions.

Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact [e-mail].