Tenure-Track Assistant or Associate Professor in Biological Chemistry

University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill; Elkins Hills (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid leave

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Job summary

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill invites applications for a tenure-track assistant or associate professor in biological chemistry. This permanent, full-time faculty position aims to build a vigorous independent research program and deliver high-quality teaching at graduate and undergraduate levels.

Applicants should hold a Ph.D. in biological chemistry or related field; postdoctoral experience and evidence-based teaching are preferred.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in biological chemistry or a closely related field.
• Candidates with postdoctoral experience and evidence-based teaching methods are preferred.
• Tenure-track assistant or associate professor position in biological chemistry.

Responsibilities

• Establish a vigorous independent research program and secure funding.
• Deliver high-quality teaching at graduate and undergraduate levels.
• Engage in curriculum and course development and participate in committees.

Skills

Independent research

Curriculum development

Graduate teaching

Education

Ph.D. in Biological Chemistry

Job description

Posting Information

• Department: Chemistry - 318300
• Posting Open Date: 10/28/2026
• Application Deadline: 11/26/2026
• Open Until Filled: No
• Position Type: Permanent Faculty
• Working Title: Tenure-Track Assistant or Associate Professor in Biological Chemistry
• Appointment Type: Tenured/Tenure Track
• Vacancy ID: FAC0006179
• Full-time/Part-time: Full-Time Permanent
• Hours per week: 40
• FTE: 1
• Position Location: North Carolina, US
• Hiring Range: Commensurate with experience.
• Proposed Start Date: 07/01/2027

Position Information

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University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

The Chemistry Department is one of the largest and most complex departments in the College of Arts & Sciences. There are 43 faculty members, 44 SHRA and EHRA staff positions, 260 graduate students, 33 postdoctoral research associates, 700 undergraduate majors, and an annual total of approximately 10,000 registrations by all students in classroom and laboratory courses. The Department is housed in five buildings with over 580,000 sq. feet of space. The faculty participate in teaching assignments which involve an average of 200 students per faculty member per semester. The majority of faculty are research active and supervise graduate students working on their Masters or Ph.D. degrees, undergraduate students carrying out independent research and honors programs, research technicians and postdoctoral research associates. Primarily the research is funded by federal and private agencies such as NSF, NIH, Army, Navy, DOE, PRF and involves expenditures of more than nineteen million dollars annually. A total of over thirty-two million dollars from all sources is expended annually in the Department.

Position Summary

The Department of Chemistry at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill invites applications for a tenure-track assistant or associate professor faculty position in biological chemistry, broadly defined. We seek candidates who will establish a vigorous independent research program and excel in teaching at both the graduate and undergraduate levels. Applicants will also be expected to be involved in curriculum and course development, serve on committees, and engage in appropriate departmental activities.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

A Ph.D. in biological chemistry or a closely related field is required.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

Candidates with both postdoctoral experience and demonstrated experience with innovative and evidence-based teaching methods will be considered most competitive.

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.

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Department Contact Information

Department Contact Name and Title

Search Committee

Department Contact Telephone or Email

[e-mail]

Academic Personnel Office Contact Information

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the University's Executive Vice Chancellor and Provost office at (919)-962-1091 or send an email to [e-mail]. Please note: The Executive Vice Chancellor & Provost office will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status. If you have any questions about the job requirements or the hiring department notify the Department Contact.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.