Organic Chemist Assistant Professor Tenure-Track

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in organic chemistry. The department emphasizes synthetic chemistry, chemical biology, and drug discovery, with strong facilities and a history of Nobel laureates.

Appointment rank will reflect accomplishment and experience, with generous startup support and graduate teaching involvement. Applicants should hold a Ph.D.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or equivalent required.
• Active research program in organic chemistry including synthesis, chemical biology, and computational studies.

Responsibilities

• Establish an independent, tenure-track program in organic chemistry.
• Contribute to graduate-level teaching within the Department of Biochemistry.
• Engage in collaborative, funded research and departmental service.

Job description

The Department of Biochemistry at The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center invites applications from candidates for a tenure-track faculty position in organic chemistry at the rank of Assistant Professor. The department is strongly research-focused with major programs in synthetic chemistry, chemical biology, and drug discovery. Candidates should hold a Ph.D. or equivalent and be engaged in innovative research within organic chemistry, including synthesis, chemical biology, and computational studies. Appointment rank will be commensurate with academic accomplishment and experience. UT Southwestern maintains state-of-the-art facilities and employs a faculty that includes four Nobel Laureates and sixteen members of the National Academy of Sciences. The Biochemistry Department offers a vibrant environment for research, generous start-up support, and participation in graduate-level teaching. Any questions may be addressed to Dr. Margaret Phillips, Chair, Department of Biochemistry at [e-mail].

Candidates should hold a Ph.D. or equivalent and be engaged in innovative research within organic chemistry, including synthesis, chemical biology, and computational studies. Appointment rank will be commensurate with academic accomplishment and experience.