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Chemistry and Biochemistry: Assistant Professor in Organic Chemistry

University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire · Eau Claire, WI · 3 wk ago
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About the role

The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at the University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in the area of organic chemistry, broadly-defined, for an appointment beginning on August 17, 2026.

Position Title

Chemistry and Biochemistry: Assistant Professor in Organic Chemistry

Job Category

Faculty

Employment Type

Regular

Qualifications

  • An earned PhD in chemistry or closely related field from an accredited institution is required by June 30, 2026.
  • Postdoctoral experience is preferred.
  • Previous teaching experience is an asset, but not required.

Duties

  • The successful candidate will teach a range of lecture and laboratory courses, primarily those related to organic chemistry and advanced elective courses.
  • The successful candidate will establish an ongoing research program in organic chemistry or a closely related field that engages students and leads to off-campus presentations and peer-reviewed publications.
  • The successful candidate will engage in service to the Department, College, University, and/or community, and provide advising to students as assigned.

The Department

The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at UW-Eau Claire has 13 full-time faculty and instructional staff members, and is ACS-approved, offering BS degrees in Chemistry, Biochemistry, and Chemistry with Business Emphasis. The Department also offers an interdisciplinary Biochemistry/Molecular Biology major. The Department prepares graduates for successful careers in many fields, including industry, government, health care professions, and education. To this end, we provide high-quality undergraduate instruction in the chemical sciences through a combination of coursework and collaborative research. The Department is equipped with a full complement of modern instrumentation and high-performance computing resources to enable these courses, and we are excited for our new future home in UWEC's Science and Health Sciences building.

University and Eau Claire Community

The University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire is a comprehensive university with 1,400 faculty and academic staff, offering a variety of undergraduate and graduate programs to approximately 9,000 students. UW-Eau Claire is consistently recognized as a top comprehensive university in the Midwest and is widely known as a leader in faculty-undergraduate research and study abroad. The fourth-largest university in the state, UW-Eau Claire has strong academic programs and a focus on experiential learning. We strive for excellence in liberal education and select graduate and professional programs through commitment to teaching and learning and dedication to our core values of diversity, sustainability, leadership, and innovation. The campus – often described as “Wisconsin's most beautiful campus” – is set on the banks of the Chippewa River in the heart of Eau Claire. A regional center for western Wisconsin, Eau Claire is a vibrant, friendly, and affordable community of 71,000 with outstanding schools, excellent health-care systems, and employment opportunities. Eau Claire has made numerous “Best of” lists including #2 Most Livable College Town (https://www.eauclairewi.gov/our-city/eau-claire-awards-and-recognitions).

Application Procedure

  • Applications are submitted electronically.
  • Please follow instructions found on the following Web site: https://wisconsin.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/UW_Comprehensives
  • Please be sure you include the following in a single file in PDF format:
    • Letter of application
    • Curriculum vita
    • Statement of research plans and interests
    • Statement of teaching interests and experience
    • Graduate and undergraduate transcripts (include copies of unofficial transcripts in PDF format along with the rest of the application; official transcripts are required before an offer is made.)

Contact Information

For application questions, please email the chair of the search committee, Dr. Bart Dahl, at ChemFacSearch@uwec.edu.

Special Notes

The University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire is an Equal Opportunity Employer Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

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