Assistant Professor - UTAH STATE UNIVERSITY
LOGAN, UT
About the Job
Assistant Professor
Requisition ID: 2023-6672
# of Openings: 1
Location: US-UT-Logan
Category: Faculty
Position Type: Benefited Full-Time
Job Classification: Faculty
College: College of Science
Department: Chemistry and Biochemistry
Advertised Salary: Commensurate with experience plus excellent benefits
Overview
The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at Utah State University invites applications from outstanding candidates for a tenure-track position in organic chemistry at the Assistant Professor level estimated to start in August of 2024. The successful applicant will develop an externally funded research program in organic chemistry; preference will be given to applicants with research interests that complement existing research in the department. Applicants must have earned a PhD in Chemistry or a closely related discipline; postdoctoral experience in experimental organic chemistry is preferred. The position requires the development of a nationally recognized, externally funded, research program and teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels. The teaching responsibilities will include organic courses at both the graduate and undergraduate levels.
Evaluation of applications will begin October 1, 2023 and will continue until the position is filled.
Responsibilities
* Develop a nationally recognized, externally funded research program
* Teach undergraduate and graduate level courses in organic chemistry
* Participate in departmental committees and activities *Mentor graduate students
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
* PhD in chemistry or a closely related discipline
* Research program in organic chemistry
* Experience/training in the areas of organic chemistry
* Ability to develop a nationally recognized, externally-funded research program involving postdocs and graduate and undergraduate students
* Excellent track record of publishing in top scientific journals
* Ability to teach effectively in undergraduate and graduate courses, including upper division organic chemistry courses
* Excellent spoken and written communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
* Postdoctoral and/or faculty/industry experience
* Research that is complementary to departmental research
* Evidence of successful grantsmanship
* Evidence of effective teaching or mentoring
Required Documents
Along with the online application, please attach:
* Curriculum vitae The names and email addresses of three references. (Your references will be sent an email from USU asking them to upload a letter of recommendation on your behalf).
* The names and email addresses of three references. (Your references will be sent an email from USU asking them to upload a letter of recommendation on your behalf).
* Documents below to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under "Documents 1-10"
* Cover letter
* A concise description (up to 5 pages total, not including references) of the projects that would comprise your research program
* A description of any major equipment needed together with cost estimates for a successful program. A description of how the proposed research would complement current research in the... For full info follow application link.
USU recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the university's academic mission of learning, discovery, and engagement. USU is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any of its programs and activities based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation or gender identity/expression, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status prote
cted by University policy or local, state, or federal law (https://equity.usu.edu/non-discrimination).
Requisition ID: 2023-6672
# of Openings: 1
Location: US-UT-Logan
Category: Faculty
Position Type: Benefited Full-Time
Job Classification: Faculty
College: College of Science
Department: Chemistry and Biochemistry
Advertised Salary: Commensurate with experience plus excellent benefits
Overview
The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at Utah State University invites applications from outstanding candidates for a tenure-track position in organic chemistry at the Assistant Professor level estimated to start in August of 2024. The successful applicant will develop an externally funded research program in organic chemistry; preference will be given to applicants with research interests that complement existing research in the department. Applicants must have earned a PhD in Chemistry or a closely related discipline; postdoctoral experience in experimental organic chemistry is preferred. The position requires the development of a nationally recognized, externally funded, research program and teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels. The teaching responsibilities will include organic courses at both the graduate and undergraduate levels.
Evaluation of applications will begin October 1, 2023 and will continue until the position is filled.
Responsibilities
* Develop a nationally recognized, externally funded research program
* Teach undergraduate and graduate level courses in organic chemistry
* Participate in departmental committees and activities *Mentor graduate students
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
* PhD in chemistry or a closely related discipline
* Research program in organic chemistry
* Experience/training in the areas of organic chemistry
* Ability to develop a nationally recognized, externally-funded research program involving postdocs and graduate and undergraduate students
* Excellent track record of publishing in top scientific journals
* Ability to teach effectively in undergraduate and graduate courses, including upper division organic chemistry courses
* Excellent spoken and written communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
* Postdoctoral and/or faculty/industry experience
* Research that is complementary to departmental research
* Evidence of successful grantsmanship
* Evidence of effective teaching or mentoring
Required Documents
Along with the online application, please attach:
* Curriculum vitae The names and email addresses of three references. (Your references will be sent an email from USU asking them to upload a letter of recommendation on your behalf).
* The names and email addresses of three references. (Your references will be sent an email from USU asking them to upload a letter of recommendation on your behalf).
* Documents below to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under "Documents 1-10"
* Cover letter
* A concise description (up to 5 pages total, not including references) of the projects that would comprise your research program
* A description of any major equipment needed together with cost estimates for a successful program. A description of how the proposed research would complement current research in the... For full info follow application link.
USU recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the university's academic mission of learning, discovery, and engagement. USU is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any of its programs and activities based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation or gender identity/expression, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status prote
cted by University policy or local, state, or federal law (https://equity.usu.edu/non-discrimination).
Source : UTAH STATE UNIVERSITY
