Welch Endowed Chair in Chemistry - Research Leader

The University of Texas at El Paso; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 210,000 - 270,000; Full time

Job summary

The Welch Chair in Chemistry at The University of Texas at El Paso seeks a nationally recognized leader to maintain an internationally visible research program, pursue external funding, and provide visionary leadership that enhances the department’s research capacity and collaborative culture.

We expect a candidate who complements strengths in energy, catalysis, molecular design, and structural biochemistry, contributing to graduate and undergraduate education while mentoring faculty and

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Chemistry or closely related field.
• Record of nationally and internationally recognized research excellence.
• Evidence of sustained extramural funding and scholarly productivity.
• Commitment to mentoring students and early‑career scientists.
• Qualifications commensurate with appointment at the rank of full professor with tenure.

Responsibilities

• Maintain an internationally visible research program and actively pursue external funding.
• Provide visionary leadership that enhances the department's research capacity and collaborative culture.
• Contribute to graduate and undergraduate education, mentoring faculty and students across all levels.
• Lead and participate in center-scale, interdisciplinary funding initiatives aligned with state and federal priorities.

Education

Ph.D. in Chemistry or closely related field

Rank of full professor with tenure

Job description

The Welch Chair in Chemistry at The University of Texas at El Paso seeks a nationally recognized leader to maintain an internationally visible research program, pursue external funding, and provide visionary leadership that enhances the department’s research capacity and collaborative culture.

We expect a candidate who complements strengths in energy, catalysis, molecular design, and structural biochemistry, contributing to graduate and undergraduate education while mentoring faculty and