ASSOCIATE/FULL PROFESSOR - Chemistry #00097788
About the role
The Department of Chemistry at the Missouri University of Science and Technology invites applications for the position of James O. Stoffer Endowed Professor or Associate Professor of Polymer Chemistry, Kummer Inspiration Fund. The position is open to all areas of polymer chemistry.
Responsibilities
The Professorship is expected to foster interdisciplinary, collaborative research, and education, and be committed to mentoring graduate and undergraduate students. The successful applicant is expected to have a strong record of sustained extramural funding and be internationally recognized in their field as well as demonstrate evidence of effective teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels. The endowment offers annual research support funding in addition to salary and start-up funding commensurate with qualifications and potential.
Requirements
The successful candidate will have a PhD in Chemistry with polymer research experience preferably at the level of associate professor or full professor. In addition to a strong track record of scholarly accomplishments, candidates are expected to have a strong commitment to (a) teaching both at the undergraduate and graduate levels, (b) service in the applicant's professional community, and (c) the experience with the development of new polymer courses.
Qualifications
- PhD in Chemistry with polymer research experience preferably at the level of associate professor or full professor
- A strong track record of scholarly accomplishments
- A strong commitment to teaching both at the undergraduate and graduate levels
- An ability to serve in the applicant's professional community
- An experience with the development of new polymer courses
Application Materials
Interested applicants should electronically submit an application, a detailed curriculum vitae, a cover letter, and names and e-mail addresses for three references. All materials should be submitted to the Missouri University of Science and Technology's Human Resource Office at http://hr.mst.edu/careers/academic/. All submitted application materials must have the position reference number to be processed.
Sponsorship Information
Employment visa sponsorship may be available for candidates currently in the United States in H-1B status or other work-authorized status.
Community Information
KUMMER COLLEGE: Established in 2022, The Kummer College serves as a pathbreaking model for social impact, technology transfer, and interdisciplinary collaboration within a future-oriented STEM-focused university. Supported by the Kummer Institute Foundation at Missouri S&T, this unique college integrates key academic, co-curricular, and administrative activities related to technology commercialization, business innovation and entrepreneurship, systems thinking, and economic development. Within The Kummer College lives several departments: Department of Business and Information Technology (BIT), Department of Economics, Department of Engineering Management and Systems Engineering (EMSE) and Kummer Student Programs.
COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING & COMPUTING (CEC): Missouri S&T’s College of Engineering and Computing is the largest of three colleges at S&T, accounting for approximately 80% of the total enrollment (about 4,500 undergraduates and 800 graduate students). The college includes more than 170 ranked faculty members who serve in 16 undergraduate programs, all with master’s and doctoral equivalents organized into nine academic departments. The college recently added a bachelor’s degree in biomedical engineering and a Ph.D. in bioengineering, both starting in fall 2024. Missouri S&T, supported by the College of Engineering and Computing, is nationally recognized for its career outcomes and ROI.
COLLEGE OF ARTS, SCIENCES, & EDUCATION (CASE): The College of Arts, Sciences, and Education is a catalyst of innovation, creativity, and discovery, where students and faculty work side-by-side to create and share knowledge and understanding. From arts and humanities to the natural and social sciences, the College of Arts, Sciences, and Education has a program for everyone. The College of Arts, Sciences, and Education (CASE) is made up of eleven units including Air Force ROTC, Army ROTC, Arts, Languages and Philosophy, Biological Sciences, Chemistry, English and Technical Communication, History and Political Science, Mathematics and Statistics, Physics, Psychological Science, and Education. The college is home to over 90 tenured/tenure-track and 44 non-tenure-track faculty members. CASE offers more than 85 different academic options including certificates, minors, bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees.
About Rolla
About Rolla: Rolla, Missouri offers several great advantages that help individuals enjoy a high quality of life. Rolla is an ideal place for families, with its low cost of living, excellent schools, safe neighborhoods, and a range of recreational activities suitable for all ages. The Ozark Scenic Riverways and beautiful landscapes offers abundant opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts of every lifestyle. With its vibrant community, Rolla hosts multiple events, concerts, art exhibitions, and theater performances throughout the year. The university’s Leach Theatre showcases nationally renowned performers for campus and community alike. Overall, living in Rolla offers a high quality of life with a supportive community, affordable living, beautiful natural surroundings, and numerous opportunities for personal and professional growth.
Benefit Eligibility
This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/departments-staff/human-resources/benefits-retirement.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.