Tenure-Track Chemist (Computational/Theoretical)

James Madison University; Harrisonburg (VA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 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. The successful candidate will contribute to undergraduate teaching and research training, with interests in computational or theoretical chemistry.

The department supports extensive instrumentation and undergraduate research, expects externally funded projects, and emphasizes mentoring students to develop their scientific and professional skills.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Chemistry or related field is required; postdoctoral appointment preferred.
• Candidates will be evaluated on potential to teach and conduct research at a primarily undergraduate institution.
• Preference for candidates who can contribute to environmental data science or nuclear chemistry cohorts.
• Strong commitment to undergraduate education and mentoring undergraduates.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Teaching

Undergraduate mentorship

Computational chemistry

Education

Ph.D. in Chemistry or related field

Job description

James Madison University invites applications for a tenure track assistant professor in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry to begin Fall 2027. The successful candidate will contribute to undergraduate teaching and research training, with interests in computational or theoretical chemistry.

The department supports extensive instrumentation and undergraduate research, expects externally funded projects, and emphasizes mentoring students to develop their scientific and professional skills.