Assistant Professor, Biophysical or Physical Chemistry

The Department of Chemistry, Yale University, New Haven, CT invites applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level to commence as early as July 1, 2027. We seek creative teacher-scholars to teach inspiring courses and develop outstanding research programs in biophysical or physical chemistry broadly defined. 

Application Instructions

Applicants should submit the documents requested below through Interfolio at To receive full consideration for the first round of interviews, all application materials should be submitted by October 1, 2026. Materials required for a complete application include a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, a future research plan prefaced by a single-page summary and consisting of up to three proposals, and a teaching-philosophy statement. The cover letter must clearly state the candidate’s self-identified division(s) of chemistry, e.g. experimental physical chemistry. Applicants should request three confidential letters of recommendation to be submitted on their behalf through Interfolio. Please direct questions to the department chair, Prof. Nilay Hazari, at View email address on jobs.sciencecareers.org.

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Professional Conduct Review for New Faculty Hires

The final candidate, upon acceptance of a contingent offer of employment/faculty appointment, may be required to disclose whether they are, or have been, the subject of any disciplinary proceeding (investigation, hearing, etc.) at previous institutions or employers, and may also be subject to a background screening. Candidates who materially misrepresent information on their resume or other application materials are ineligible for hire/appointment. Final candidates may also be required to sign a release to allow Yale to solicit information regarding any substantiated conduct violations from current and/or past employers.