Tenure-Track Faculty Position in Organic Chemistry, Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry

About the role

The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at Rowan University seeks a 10‑month Tenure‑Track Professor (open rank) with an appointment beginning September 2027. The position welcomes candidates whose research focuses on synthetic organic chemistry, organic materials, or organometallics, though outstanding applicants with complementary expertise will be considered. Responsibilities include developing an active, externally funded research program, teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, and contributing to departmental, college, and university service. The successful candidate will collaborate with faculty in Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Physics and Astronomy, the Henry M. Rowan College of Engineering, Cooper Medical School, Rowan Virtua School of Osteopathic Medicine, Shreiber School of Veterinary Medicine, and other units. The department serves over 450 graduate and undergraduate students across programs such as the Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Chemistry, M.S. in Pharmaceutical Sciences, B.S. in Chemistry (ACS‑accredited), B.A. in Chemistry, B.S. in Biochemistry (ASBMB‑accredited), and various certificate and accelerated degree pathways (e.g., 4+1 B.S./M.S., 3+4 B.S./M.D., 3+4 B.S./D.O.).

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain an active, highly visible, extramurally funded research program.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in chemistry and biochemistry.
• Contribute to service endeavors within the Department, College, and University.
• Engage in interdisciplinary research collaborations with the listed departments and schools.

Requirements

• Ph.D. or equivalent in Chemistry or a closely related field.
• Postdoctoral experience is expected.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated track record and/or potential to establish and sustain a strong, independent research program.
• Ability to secure external funding and produce outstanding scholarship.
• While the appointment is anticipated at the Assistant Professor level, exceptional candidates may be considered for Associate or Full Professor ranks.

Benefits

• Comprehensive New Jersey State health, dental, and retirement benefits.
• Extensive accrued time off and paid holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement for employee, spouse, and dependents to attend Rowan University (undergraduate degrees only for spouse and dependents).

For more details, see Rowan University Benefits.

Pay

• Assistant Professor: AFT Salary Range 22‑25
• Associate Professor: AFT Salary Range 26‑29
• Full Professor: AFT Salary Range 30‑33
• Placement within the range is based on qualifications, professional experience, internal equity, and other factors.
• Appropriate start‑up packages may be available.

See the full salary charts at NJ State Salary Charts.

Schedule

This is a 10‑month tenure‑track faculty position, with the appointment commencing September 2027.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The appointment is contingent upon budget appropriations.

Inquiries may be directed to Dr. Subash Jonnalagadda, Department Head, jonnalagadda@rowan.edu.