Assistant Professor: Physical Chemistry & Quantum Materials

UNM Department of Chemistry and Chemical Biology; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of New Mexico Department of Chemistry and Chemical Biology invites applications for an Assistant Professor in Physical Chemistry to begin in August 2027. This is a full-time, tenure-track position.

Applicants must have a PhD in Chemistry or a related field by the date of application and materials must be received by November 15, 2026 for best consideration. The successful candidate will demonstrate specialization in experimental molecular quantum materials, inorganic materials,

Qualifications

• PhD in Chemistry or related field by date of application.
• Specialization in experimental molecular quantum materials, inorganic materials, photonics, spectroscopy or related areas.
• Faculty will teach undergraduate and graduate courses including Physical Chemistry.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Chemistry, including Physical Chemistry.
• Supervise masters and doctoral students.
• Contribute to core undergraduate and graduate courses.

Skills

Molecular quantum materials

Inorganic materials

Photonics

Spectroscopy

Education

PhD in Chemistry or related field

Job description

The University of New Mexico Department of Chemistry and Chemical Biology invites applications for an Assistant Professor in Physical Chemistry to begin in August 2027. This is a full-time, tenure-track position.

Applicants must have a PhD in Chemistry or a related field by the date of application and materials must be received by November 15, 2026 for best consideration. The successful candidate will demonstrate specialization in experimental molecular quantum materials, inorganic materials,