Tenure-Track Professor: Organic or Inorganic Chemistry

SDSU College of Engineering; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 96,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

San Diego State University’s Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry seeks a tenure-track assistant professor in Organic or Inorganic Chemistry, based at the Imperial Valley campus in Brawley, CA. You will build an independent research program, mentor students, and teach courses across levels, contributing to regional and workforce initiatives.

The position emphasizes cross-disciplinary collaboration and externally funded research, with opportunities in renewable energy, critical minerals, and

Qualifications

• Record of original research and demonstrated capacity to develop a vigorous independent program.
• Ability to teach graduate and undergraduate courses and engage in campus and professional service.

Responsibilities

• Develop an independent externally funded research program in organic or inorganic chemistry.
• Teach courses at all levels, including upper-division organic or inorganic chemistry.
• Mentor undergraduate and graduate students and contribute to scholarly activity.
• Collaborate across disciplines and with regional partners to address workforce needs.

Skills

Independent research program

Teaching graduate & undergrad courses

Campus & professional service

Education

Terminal degree in Chemistry or closely related field

Job description

San Diego State University’s Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry seeks a tenure-track assistant professor in Organic or Inorganic Chemistry, based at the Imperial Valley campus in Brawley, CA. You will build an independent research program, mentor students, and teach courses across levels, contributing to regional and workforce initiatives.

The position emphasizes cross-disciplinary collaboration and externally funded research, with opportunities in renewable energy, critical minerals, and