Tenure-Track Chem & Biochem Professor — Undergrad Research

James Madison University; Harrisonburg (LA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

James Madison University invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry to begin Fall 2027. This position focuses on teaching undergraduate chemistry and developing a funded undergraduate research program. Applicants should have a Ph.D.

in Chemistry or related field; postdoctoral experience is preferred. Candidates with expertise in environmental data science or nuclear chemistry are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Chemistry or related field required; postdoctoral appointment preferred.
• Candidates should demonstrate potential for teaching and research at an undergraduate-focused institution.
• Preference for candidates who can contribute to environmental data science or nuclear chemistry cohorts.

Responsibilities

• Teach introductory and upper-division courses and laboratory work.
• Establish an externally funded undergraduate research program.
• Mentor undergraduates in research during the academic year and summer.

Skills

Teaching

Mentoring

Research

Education

Ph.D. in Chemistry or related field

Tools

NMR

Mass spectrometry

High-performance computing

Job description

James Madison University invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry to begin Fall 2027. This position focuses on teaching undergraduate chemistry and developing a funded undergraduate research program. Applicants should have a Ph.D.

in Chemistry or related field; postdoctoral experience is preferred. Candidates with expertise in environmental data science or nuclear chemistry are encouraged to apply.