Assistant Professor In Department Of Chemistry And Biochemistry

The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at Utah State University invites applications from outstanding candidates for a Academic Year (9 Mo) tenure-track position in theoretical and computational chemistry at the Assistant Professor level estimated to start in August of 2024. The successful applicant will develop an externally funded research program in computational chemistry; preference will be given to applicants with research interests in the areas of renewable energy, materials and interface chemistry, and quantum sensing and information. Applicants must have earned a PhD in Chemistry or a closely related discipline; postdoctoral experience in computational 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 physical chemistry courses at both the graduate and undergraduate levels. Evaluation of applications will begin November 1, 2023, and will continue until the position is filled.

• Develop an innovative, externally funded research program which achieves a strong national reputation for excellence in the field
• Participate effectively in undergraduate and graduate teaching, primarily in physical chemistry
• Engage effectively in service, for example, graduate student supervisory committee and Departmental/College/University committee service

• PhD in chemistry or a closely related discipline
• Research program in computational chemistry
• Experience/training in the areas of physical 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 physical chemistry courses 
• Excellent spoken and written communication skills

• Post-doctoral (Academic, National Laboratory, or Industrial) research experience in computational chemistry, particularly in the areas of renewable energy, materials and interface chemistry, and quantum sensing and information.
• A strong track record of significant scholarly publications
• Evidence of effective teaching or mentoring

Along with the online application, please attach:

1) A curriculum vitae
2) A cover letter
3) A concise description (up to 5 pages total, not including references) of the projects that would comprise your research program.
4) In a separate document, describe the necessary personnel, and a description of any major equipment needed together with cost estimates for a successful program. In particular, please describe how you might take advantage of Departmental, University, and regional facilities, as appropriate.
5) A statement of teaching philosophy, experience, and interests (2 page maximum)
6) 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).

 

Reference letters (signed, on institutional/company letterhead, PDFs only) should specifically address the applicant's potential for excellence as an independent researcher and innovative teacher.

 

Applicants must apply online; questions regarding the position should be directed to Ida Walters, Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, ida.walters@usu.edu, 435-797-0544.

Commensurate with experience, plus excellent benefits.

Employees typically work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes.  

The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry (http://www.chem.usu.edu/) offers BS, MS, and PhD degrees in Chemistry and in Biochemistry. The department has a very strong record of attracting extramural research support while emphasizing quality teaching. The department is housed in two adjacent buildings (total 124,000 square feet) and is equipped with modern instrumentation, including NMR and EPR instruments staffed by a PhD scientist, as well as additional shared analytical instrumentation. The department currently enrolls 300 undergraduate student majors and 40 graduate students.

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About the Region

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