Organic Chemistry — Tenure-Track Professor

University of the Pacific; Stockton (CA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Chemistry at the University of the Pacific seeks an in-person, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Organic Chemistry to teach undergraduate and graduate courses and to establish an externally funded research program in Stockton, CA.

You will mentor undergraduate and graduate students, pursue external funding, and collaborate across campus with schools such as pharmacy, dentistry, and the planned School of Medicine. Open Fall 2027.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in chemistry or closely related field.
• Postdoctoral training; Research interests in organic chemistry, medicinal chemistry, bioorganic chemistry, or chemical biology.
• Experience and sensitivity in working with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures.
• Demonstrated experience in advancing social justice, equity, and inclusion in a university setting.
• Ability to engage and integrate culturally responsive practices and knowledge in their work.

Responsibilities

• Teach Organic Chemistry.
• Teach General Chemistry.
• Teach courses in the candidate’s area of specialization at the undergraduate and graduate (M.S. and Ph.D.) levels.
• Provide academic advising to undergraduate and graduate students.
• Develop a strong, independent research program suitable for undergraduate and Ph.D. student involvement.
• Pursue external funding to support the research program.
• Mentor undergraduate researchers on a year-round basis.
• Mentor M.S. and Ph.D. students in the Pharmaceutical and Chemical Sciences Program.
• Participate in departmental and university service as expected of tenure-track faculty.
• Seek collaborations across the university’s professional schools, including pharmacy, dentistry, and the planned School of Medicine.

Skills

Postdoctoral training

Diversity experience

Teaching undergrad/grad

Education

Ph.D. in chemistry

Job description

The Department of Chemistry at the University of the Pacific seeks an in-person, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Organic Chemistry to teach undergraduate and graduate courses and to establish an externally funded research program in Stockton, CA.

You will mentor undergraduate and graduate students, pursue external funding, and collaborate across campus with schools such as pharmacy, dentistry, and the planned School of Medicine. Open Fall 2027.