Assistant Professor in Chemistry

Job Description

Job Description

Fisk University ( invites applications for an assistant professor in chemistry, tenure track, with demonstrated potential for excellence in student-centered undergraduate teaching (general chemistry/organic chemistry), and for developing a research program (open area) capable of attracting external funding and publishing peer-reviewed papers with undergraduate co-authors. The faculty member also will serve as a mentor in the Fisk-Vanderbilt Master's to PhD Bridge Program and, depending on their research interest, the Fisk-UIUC Master's to PhD Bridge in Quantitative Biology. A Ph.D. in Chemistry or closely related discipline is required, and postdoctoral training is optimal. Applications are being considered immediately; the position is available as early as June 2026. Fisk University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Demonstrate excellence in teaching lecture and laboratory classes in Organic Chemistry and General Chemistry.

2. Grant applications

3. Conduct undergraduate research leading to peer-reviewed publications and presentations with student co-authors.

4. Provide academic advising to chemistry majors.

5. Serve as a faculty co-sponsor of our ACS Student Group.

6. Attend Faculty Assembly meetings and participate in a Faculty Assembly Committee.

7. Participate in a professional society or other service opportunity.

QUALIFICATIONS:

· PhD in Chemistry or a closely related discipline

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Teaching assistantships

2. Other teaching experience (high school and/or college)

3. Postdoctoral training

4. Co-authorship of peer-reviewed publications and presentations

SALARY: Commensurate with experience and qualifications.

TO APPLY: Application materials should include the applicant's Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae, Teaching Philosophy, and Research Plan (submitted as a single pdf file). Candidates of interest will be contacted to have three letters of recommendation sent to the Chair of the Search Committee.

DEADLINE: Application Materials will be received until the position is filled. Initial screening of applicants will begin immediately.