Chemistry, Assistant Professor

Opt For Healthy Living; Pomona (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

California State Polytechnic University, Pomona invites applications for one tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor in cosmetic or formulation chemistry within the Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry. The appointee will teach undergraduate and graduate courses and participate in mentoring, research, and service under a Teacher–Scholar model.

The position requires a Ph.D. in Chemistry or closely related field by start date, with a strong commitment to teaching

Qualifications

• Demonstrated excellence in teaching and developing courses in organic or analytical chemistry.
• Ability to establish an active undergraduate and MS-level research program.
• Commitment to diversity and inclusivity in teaching, scholarship, or service.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate lecture and laboratory courses.
• Advise students and participate in teaching, research, and service activities.
• Contribute to the Department and College through scholarly and collegial service.

Skills

Teaching excellence

Research program development

Diversity and inclusion advocacy

Education

Ph.D. in Chemistry or closely related field

Job description

California State Polytechnic University, Pomona invites applications for one (1) tenure-track faculty position in the College of Science, Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry at the rank of Assistant Professor in cosmetic or formulation chemistry from any subdiscipline and/or organic chemistry to begin Fall 2027.

Position description

The faculty member will teach undergraduate and graduate lecture and laboratory classes in their area of expertise, following a Teacher–Scholar model and requiring excellence in teaching, advising, research, and service to the university.

Minimum requirements

• Ph.D. in Chemistry or a closely related field, including completion of graduate-level coursework from an accredited university by the start date of appointment, or a certificate of completion indicating imminent conferral of Ph.D.
• Demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching and developing lecture and laboratory courses within the organic or analytical chemistry division.
• A commitment to diversity and inclusivity through applicant’s teaching, scholarship, and/or service, demonstrated by a Teaching Philosophy addressing at least two of the inclusive excellence criteria.
• Demonstrated potential to establish an active research program involving undergraduate and M.S.-level students.
• Demonstrated ability to contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through research, teaching, and/or service.

Preferred/Desired qualifications

• University/college teaching experience in chemistry lecture and/or laboratory courses.
• Postdoctoral experience in organic or analytical chemistry.
• Capability and interests in teaching at all levels in the chemistry curriculum.
• Capability and interests in development of upper‑division undergraduate and graduate (Master‑level) courses.
• Potential for teaching in organic or analytical chemistry partially determined by having graduate‑level coursework in the respective discipline.
• Experience or familiarity with techniques that promote student engagement, equity, and success.

Application Process

A completed application will consist of the following materials (in the specified order):

• A cover letter that summarizes how the candidate’s teaching and research experiences, and career interests, relate to the duties and qualifications of the position.
• A statement of the candidate’s anticipated teaching plans with a teaching philosophy that embraces the Teacher‑Scholar model (including prior teaching experience, if applicable) and short and long‑term teaching interests specific to the chemistry division, (2‑page limit).
• A curriculum vitae, including a list of graduate‑level coursework with course titles and numbers.
• A Teaching Philosophy statement (≤ 2 pages) that addresses Cal Poly Pomona’s commitment to excellence in education.
• A statement of the candidate’s proposed research plans that specifically details how undergraduate and graduate (M.S.‑level) students will be involved (4‑page limit, excluding references).
• Transcripts showing each degree earned (an official transcript will be required for finalists).
• Names and contact information for three individuals who will be providing recent letters of recommendation, to be submitted within 2 weeks of a request for a phone interview (if the applicant has not yet received the Ph.D. degree by the date of the application, at least one letter should address the expected graduation date of the applicant).
• The names and contact information (with written permission to contact) of two additional individuals who can address the candidate’s potential for success in the position.

Finalists procedures

• Provide official transcripts for highest degree before the on‑campus interview.
• Provide three letters of reference dated within the last two years.
• Final candidates being interviewed are expected to make a presentation of creative work and a teaching demonstration to faculty and to interact with students.

The position is open until filled; first consideration will be given to completed applications received no later than October 1, 2026. Applications are accepted only via the online applicant portal.

Disclosures

Pursuant to Education Code 89521, applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years, only after it is determined they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant’s current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct. A background check (including a criminal records check) must be satisfactorily completed; offers of employment are conditional and may be rescinded if disqualifying information is revealed, or if the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. In accordance with CSU Out‑of‑State Employment Policy, faculty must establish an on‑campus presence to fulfill their responsibilities. The holder of this position is a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and must comply with CSU Executive Order 1083.

International Candidates

Cal Poly Pomona is not currently sponsoring faculty for H‑1B work status under the $100,000 fee. Faculty in the U.S. with valid nonimmigrant visas may be considered for petition to change status to H‑1B under current determinations. Consult the Office of Faculty Affairs for guidance.

EEO Statement

This position is open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, Cal Poly Pomona provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin, and complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California’s Proposition 209, and CSU’s Nondiscrimination Policy.

Reasonable Accommodation

Applicants and employees with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations. Contact the ADA Coordinator via email at [e-mail]. For more information, see Employment Notices.