Associate Professor of Chemistry

About the role

The Chemistry Department at Wesleyan University invites applications for an open-rank tenure-track Professor of Chemistry position in any of the areas encompassed by experimental physical, computational physical, or inorganic chemistry, with an expected start date of July 1, 2027.

Responsibilities

• Develop a vibrant, externally funded research program involving both graduate and undergraduate researchers.
• Teach a variety of courses in physical chemistry and inorganic chemistry, both at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Advise and mentor students.
• Participate in faculty governance at the departmental and university level.

Requirements

• A Ph.D. in chemistry or a related field at the time of application.

Qualifications

• Potential for excellence in teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Experience teaching courses in physical chemistry or inorganic chemistry.
• Ability to teach both introductory and advanced topics.
• Success in working with diverse populations.
• Research that contributes to Wesleyan's interdisciplinary programs.

Skills

• Strong research skills.
• Effective teaching abilities.
• Excellent communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries.
• Start-up funds.
• Benefits package.
• Generous sabbatical program.

Pay

Details on pay are provided in the "Experience is taken into consideration in the determination of salary offers" section.

Schedule

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Benefits

Details on benefits are provided in the "Benefits" section.

Contact Information

Candidates are invited to describe how they will support the university's commitment to fostering an inclusive community in their cover letter. Additional materials for consideration, including teaching evaluations, may also be submitted.

Application Instructions

Applications received by September 15, 2026, will receive full consideration.

Work Location

On Campus

Equal Opportunity Employer

Wesleyan University is committed to fostering an inclusive community and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, age, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, marital status, ancestry, present or past history of mental disorder, learning disability or physical disability, political belief, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or non-position-related criminal record. We welcome applications from women and historically underrepresented minority groups.

Additional Resources

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