Assistant Professor of Chemistry (Tenure Track)

About the role

The Department of Chemistry at the University of the Pacific in Stockton, CA prepares undergraduate and graduate students in the chemical sciences through teaching, year-round undergraduate research, and mentoring of M.S. and Ph.D. students in the Pharmaceutical and Chemical Sciences Program. This tenure-track Assistant Professor of Organic Chemistry supports that mission by teaching core and specialized courses and building a research program that involves undergraduate and graduate students and is competitive for external funding.

Responsibilities

• Teach Organic Chemistry.
• Teach General Chemistry.
• Teach courses in the candidate’s area of specialization at the undergraduate and graduate (M.S. and Ph.D.) levels.
• Provide academic advising to undergraduate and graduate students.
• Develop a strong, independent research program suitable for undergraduate and Ph.D. student involvement.
• Pursue external funding to support the research program.
• Mentor undergraduate researchers on a year-round basis.
• Mentor M.S. and Ph.D. students in the Pharmaceutical and Chemical Sciences Program.
• Participate in departmental and university service as expected of tenure-track faculty.
• Seek collaborations across the university’s professional schools, including pharmacy, dentistry, and the planned School of Medicine.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in chemistry or a closely related field.
• No visa sponsorship available for this position.

Qualifications

• Postdoctoral training preferred.
• Research interests in organic chemistry, medicinal chemistry, bioorganic chemistry, or chemical biology.
• Experience and sensitivity in working with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures.
• Demonstrated experience in advancing social justice, equity, and inclusion in a university setting.
• Ability to engage and integrate culturally responsive practices and knowledge in their work.

Benefits

• Opportunity to live on campus at below-market rental rates.

Pay

Hiring range: $78,000 per year.