University Faculty Organic Chemistry

Weber State University; Ogden (UT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Weber State University’s Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor starting July 1, 2027, with a focus on organic chemistry education and research. The position emphasizes undergraduate teaching excellence and scholarly activity in organic chemistry.

The successful candidate will teach undergraduate organic chemistry lectures and labs, develop an active undergraduate research program involving students, and contribute to department,

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in chemistry, biochemistry, or a closely related field.
• ABD candidates considered if the degree is completed before July 2027.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate organic chemistry lectures and labs, as well as other courses based on candidate's interest/expertise and department needs.
• Establish an active and sustained research program with an emphasis on engaging undergraduate students in organic chemistry.
• Serve on department, college, and university committees.

Skills

Teaching excellence

Verbal communication

Written communication

Collaborative skills

Education

Ph.D. in chemistry/biochemistry or related field

ABD candidates considered if degree completed before July 2027

Job description

University Faculty Organic Chemistry

Requisition Number: F00543P

Job Description

The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at Weber StateUniversity invites applications for a tenure-track assistantprofessor starting July 1, 2027. We seek a person with teachingexperience and expertise in organic chemistry.

Job Duties

• Teach undergraduate organic chemistry lectures and labs, aswell as other courses based on the candidate's interest/expertiseand department needs
• Establish an active and sustained research program with anemphasis on engaging undergraduate students in organicchemistry.
• Serve on department, college, and university committees.

Required Qualifications

• A Ph.D. in chemistry, biochemistry, or a closely related field.ABD candidates considered if the degree is completed before July2027.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proven dedication to excellence in teaching at theundergraduate level.
• Demonstrated ability to teach and inspire all students toachieve academic goals and build a foundation for futureeducation.
• A commitment to research that leads to scholarly disseminationand the ability to integrate research interests intoundergraduate-level projects.
• Track record of collaborative professionalism.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Background Check?

Yes

Benefits Summary

WSU offers a generous benefits package that includes medical,dental, long-term disability, life insurance, retirement, awellness program with release time and paid incentives, tuitionbenefits, free tickets to athletic and performing arts events, andpaid holidays.

Full/Part Time

Full Time

Open Date

09/02/2026

Open Until Filled

Yes

Physical Activity of this position

Expressing or exchangingideas. Those activities in which they must convey detailed orimportant instructions to other workers accurately or quickly. ,Ability to receive detailed information with or withoutassistance.

Physical Requirements of this position

Light work. Exertingup to 20 lbs of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs of forcefrequently and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to moveobjects. Use of arm and/or leg controls exerting forces greaterthan that for sedentary work.

Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision

Required to perform activities such aspreparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; using acomputer terminal; extensive reading.

The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position

None. The worker is not substantially exposed toadverse environmental conditions (such as in typical office oradministrative work).