Assistant Professor of Chemistry
Department of Chemistry, Northwestern University
About the role
The Department of Chemistry at Northwestern University seeks applicants for a full-time tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant Professor level. We welcome applications from all fields of Chemistry but with preference for inorganic or bioinorganic chemistry. This position is a continuing faculty position with an initial appointment of three years, beginning September 1, 2027.
Responsibilities
- Direct an independent research program that will attract extramural funding
- Provide research training for graduate and undergraduate students
- Teach graduate and undergraduate courses
Requirements
- Candidates should hold a PhD degree
- Relevant postdoctoral experience is preferred
Pay
The expected base pay range for this position is $100,000 - $125,000. This base pay range is for a nine-month academic appointment, does not include summer salary, and is subject to negotiation. Northwestern University has provided a pay range representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for the position. The pay offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors including (but not limited to) the experience and qualifications of the selected candidate including years since terminal degree, training, and field or discipline; departmental budget availability; internal comparators; and external market pay for comparable jobs.
Benefits
At Northwestern, we are proud to provide meaningful and competitive benefits. The available benefits package for this position will include health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; paid medical/sick and parental leave; tuition benefits for the employee and dependents; pre-tax and flex spending accounts for commuting and dependent care; generous retirement savings options; and wellness programs. For a comprehensive overview of available benefits, including eligibility details, visit us at Northwestern Benefits to learn more.