Assistant Professor, Organic Chemistry

Murray State University; Murray (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Chronicle of Higher Education, Inc. invites applications for a chemistry faculty position at a primarily undergraduate institution.

The successful candidate will teach a 3/2 load including organic chemistry, teaching labs, and advanced courses; develop a funded research program and supervise students at both undergraduate and Masters levels; participate in service at multiple levels. Requirements include a Ph.D.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or related field; ABD with documented plan considered.
• One year teaching experience in organic chemistry preferred; expertise in materials science/polymers encouraged.
• Equal Opportunity Employer/AA.

Responsibilities

• Teach a 3/2 course load including foundational organic chemistry and labs.
• Teach advanced courses in sub-discipline to undergrad and Masters students.
• Establish a funded research program and supervise/train students at undergrad and Masters levels.
• Participate in service activities at department, college, and university levels.

Skills

Teaching

Organic chemistry

Research supervision

Education

Ph.D. in Chemistry

ABD with plan to complete

Job description

Anticipated Start Date:

August 2027

Summary of Job Duties and Responsibilities:

The Department of Chemistry invitesapplications from individuals committed to being excellentteacher-scholars at a primarily undergraduate institution. Thesuccessful candidate will be expected to teach a 3/2 course loadincluding foundational organic chemistry courses, teachinglaboratory courses, and advanced courses in their sub-discipline toboth undergraduate and graduate (Masters) students. Candidates withexpertise in materials science and/or polymer chemistry areespecially encouraged to apply. The faculty candidate will beexpected to establish a viable research program, supported byexternal funding, and supervise/train student researchers at boththe undergraduate and graduate (Masters) levels. The facultycandidate will also be expected to participate in serviceactivities at the department, collegiate, and university level asneeded. The candidate hired for this position will be assignedlaboratory and office space appropriate to their teaching and research needs.

Minimum Education Requirements:

Ph.D. inChemistry, Organic Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or relatedfield. ABDs with a documented plan of completion by appointmentdate will be considered.

Preferred Education and/or Experience Qualifications:

One year of experience as an instructor or teaching assistant in organic chemistry in a university setting is preferred. Candidates with expertise in materials science and/or polymer chemistry are especially encouraged to apply.

Equal Opportunity Employer/AA.