Description
The College of Science, Engineering, and Technology at Jackson State University invites candidates to apply for a full-time tenure track faculty position in experimental organic/medicinal chemistry in the Department of Chemistry Physics and Atmospheric Sciences (CPAS). This position involves organic synthesis, organic reaction development, natural products, physical organic chemistry, biochemistry, and medicinal chemistry. The successful candidate will be expected to establish and maintain a robust externally funded research program, effectively teach and mentor undergraduate and graduate students, and provide service to the department, the university, and the profession.
Post-doctoral research experience is required, and candidates at the assistant professor level must have a promising research agenda and a strong commitment to graduate and undergraduate student education and success. We are looking for candidates who will contribute to our efforts to provide support and opportunities for students to pursue research careers in organic chemistry and related fields. The target start date for this position is August 1, 2025.
Applicants should submit an application to CPAS@jsums.edu, which includes:
1. a cover letter,
2. a current resume with a publication record,
3. a research statement/proposal (up to 10 pages),
4. a teaching, outreach, and diversity statement (up to 2 pages), and
5. the names and contact information for three references.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate the ability to create inclusive classrooms and environments in which a diverse array of students can learn and thrive, as diversity and inclusion are core values at Jackson State University.
Applications received by February 6, 2025, will receive full consideration. Jackson State University is committed to equal employment opportunity and encourages applications from underrepresented groups in academia. The University's policy is to recruit, hire, train, and promote individuals in all job titles without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or genetic information.
