Assistant Professor - Organic Chemistry

The College at Brockport

The Chemistry and Biochemistry Department at The College at Brockport, State University of New York invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in organic chemistry or closely related field at the Assistant Professor level to begin August 2020. The successful candidate will contribute to advanced courses in organic chemistry, as well as the foundational chemistry curriculum, and maintain an active organic chemistry research program involving undergraduates.

Major Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate lecture and laboratory courses in organic chemistry, and in additional chemistry courses in accordance with departmental needs.
• Maintain a productive research program in organic chemistry that involves undergraduate students and is amenable to support by external funding.
• Participate in College and departmental service that includes mentoring and advising of students.

Required Qualifications

• PhD in organic chemistry or closely related field, by time of appointment from a college or university accredited by the U.S. Department of Education or an internationally recognized college or university. Includes candidates that will have their PhD by August 1, 2020.
• Applicants who do not hold a PhD need to provide convincing evidence that the degree will be conferred by August 1, 2020.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated effective undergraduate teaching.
• Ability to develop teaching strategies to meet changing student needs.
• Demonstrated research ability in organic chemistry related areas.
• Previous research experience which included undergraduate students.
• Ability to foster an inclusive learning environment for students.
• Strong interpersonal skills.     
• Effective oral and written communication skills.

Department Description

The mission of the department is to prepare the next generation of Brockport graduates to be successful through engaged learning, active scholarship and informed advisement. Our ACS approved program graduates approximately 15 majors annually with Bachelor’s Degrees in Chemistry or Biochemistry. One way we prepare our students for successful professional careers is through independent research experiences with faculty during the academic and summer months. The department maintains a comprehensive array of shared instrumentation as well as dedicated research spaces. Majors in the department benefit from small upper-level class sizes that leverage strong student-faculty working relationships. For more information on these opportunities, instrumentation, and the department in general, please visit www.brockport.edu/chemistry.

The College

The College at Brockport, State University of New York, serves a diverse student body of over 7,100 undergraduate and 1,100 graduate students enrolled in 50 undergraduate majors and more than 50 masters programs, teacher certification programs and advanced graduate certificates supported by more than 750 instructional faculty and professional staff. The College is an inclusive learning community that inspires excellence through growth, engagement, and transformation. Located in western New York, the College benefits from a small town atmosphere located near major metropolitan cities; 16 miles west of Rochester, 45 miles east of Buffalo, and 140 miles from Toronto.

Salary and Benefits

Competitive salary commensurate with experience.  We offer an excellent benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, retirement, life and disability insurances, healthcare and dependent care savings accounts.

Application Instructions 

Review of application materials will begin immediately.  Preference will be given to application materials received by October 15, 2019 and application materials will continue to be accepted until the position is filled.  Interested candidates may apply online at jobs.brockport.edu and submit the following:  1.) Letter of application; 2.) CV; 3.) List of at least three professional references; 4.) Statement detailing research interests and plans; and, 5.) Statement of teaching philosophy.  6.) Letters of recommendation will be required of candidates selected for interviews.

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Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer/Diversity Statement

We are part of an academic community committed to fostering integrity, civility, and justice.  We affirm that the dignity of our Brockport community is protected when free speech, academic freedom and individual rights are expressed within a climate of civility and mutual respect. Striving to learn from each other, we value human diversity because it enriches our lives and it is fundamental to the College’s commitment to teaching, learning, scholarship and service leading to student success.

The College at Brockport, State University of New York is an AA/EEO/ADA employer. The College actively seeks applications from women, veterans, individuals with a disability, members of underrepresented groups or anyone that would enrich the diversity of the College.