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

Rowan University 201 Mullica Hill Road Glassboro, New Jersey 08028 View phone number on click.appcast.io Welcome to Rowan University’s Career Site A top 100 national public research institution, Rowan University offers bachelor’s through doctoral and professional programs in person and online to more than 25,000 students. The fastest-growing public research institution in the Northeast and among the country’s top 10 fastest-growing, Rowan offers a thriving multidisciplinary environment with a strong emphasis on practical research in health care, engineering, science and business, while ensuring excellence in undergraduate education. Nationally recognized for innovation, high-quality, affordable education and public-private partnerships, Rowan is one of two universities in the U.S. to offer M.D., D.O. and D.V.M. degree programs. All positions are contingent upon budget appropriations. 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Tenure-Track Faculty Position in Organic Chemistry, Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry Job no: 501835 Work type: Regular Full-Time Location: Glassboro, New Jersey Categories: Faculty - College of Science and Mathematics Tenure-Track Faculty Position Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry College of Science and Mathematics Rowan University The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at Rowan University is seeking to hire a 10 month Tenure-Track Professor (open rank) with an appointment to begin September 2027. The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry is specifically interested in candidates who will develop a research program in the areas of synthetic organic chemistry, organic materials, or organometallics. Outstanding candidates with research programs outside of these areas may also be considered. A Ph.D. or equivalent in Chemistry or related field is required; postdoctoral experience is expected. Preference will be given to candidates with a track record and/or potential to establish and sustain a strong research program. We anticipate hiring at the Assistant Professor level, but outstanding candidates may be considered at the Associate or Full Professor levels. The successful candidates are expected to develop and maintain an active, highly visible, extramurally funded research program with outstanding scholarship, teach at the undergraduate and graduate levels, and contribute to the various service endeavors in the Department, College, and University. Opportunities for research collaboration exist within the Department, as well as with Departments of Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Physics and Astronomy, Henry M. Rowan College of Engineering, Cooper Medical School of Rowan University, Rowan Virtua School of Osteopathic Medicine, Shreiber School of Veterinary Medicine, and others. Faculty in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry have diverse expertise including drug synthesis and characterization, pharmacology, protein biochemistry, material synthesis and characterization. The department includes three active NSF Career awardees as well as faculty who are recipients of major research grants/awards from NIH (MIRA, R01), NSF, and several other private foundations/industries. The ideal candidates will provide complementary and synergistic expertise to our research efforts and develop an independent, externally funded research program in the broad discipline of their expertise. The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry is one of six departments in the College of Science & Mathematics, which is also home to the School of Earth & Environment. The department serves >450 graduate and undergraduate students in programs such as 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), several certificate programs and accelerated degree programs (4+1 B.S. & M.S., 3+4 B.S & M.D., 3+4 B.S. & D.O.) etc. The department also contributes to multiple degree programs on campus including MS and PhD in Material Sciences and Engineering, BS and MS in Bioinformatics, MS in Medical Lab Sciences, & BS in Molecular and Cellular Biosciences. Complete applications will include Cover letter Current detailed CV Statement of research interests, including applicants' future research goals and plans for obtaining external funding to achieve those goals Statement of teaching philosophy Graduate transcripts (unofficial copies acceptable for initial review) Names and contact information for at least three references from whom the applicant has requested letters of support Review of applications will commence on October 15 and continue until suitable candidates have been identified. Applicants will need to submit the above materials via our online application system at

BENEFIT INFORMATION

For eligible employees, benefits include: comprehensive NJ State health, dental and retirement benefits, extensive accrued time off/paid holidays, and tuition reimbursement for employee, spouse, and dependents to attend Rowan University, Glassboro. (Tuition reimbursement will apply to undergraduate degrees only for spouse and dependents). For more detailed information, please visit:

SALARY

In compliance with The State of New Jersey's Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is: Assistant Professor: AFT: Range 22-25 Associate Professor: AFT: Range 26-29 Full Professor: AFT: Range 30-33 with placement within the range determined by candidate's qualifications, professional experience, internal equity, and other factors. Appropriate start-up packages may be available. Please visit this link to view all respective ranges listed above: Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. All positions are contingent upon budget appropriations. Questions regarding the position should be directed to Dr. Subash Jonnalagadda, Department Head, (View email address on click.appcast.io). About Rowan University A top 100 national public research institution, Rowan University offers bachelor’s through doctoral and professional programs in person and online to more than 25,000 students. The fastest-growing public research institution in the Northeast and among the country’s top 10 fastest-growing, Rowan offers a thriving multidisciplinary environment with a strong emphasis on practical research in health care, engineering, science and business, while ensuring excellence in undergraduate education. Nationally recognized for innovation, high-quality, affordable education and public-private partnerships, Rowan is one of two universities in the U.S. to offer M.D., D.O. and D.V.M. degree programs. Advertised: Sep 17 2026 Eastern Daylight Time Residency Requirements Rowan University is subject to the residency requirements of the NJ First Act (N.J.S.A. 52:14-7, P.L. 2011, Chapter 70). Any person hired to a non-exempt position shall either have their principal residence in New Jersey or have one (1) year from the date of employment to establish, and then maintain, principal residence in the State of New Jersey. Any person hired to an exempt position shall either have their principal residence in New Jersey, Delaware, Pennsylvania, or New York or have ninety (90) days from the date of employment to establish, then maintain, principal residence in the State of New Jersey, Delaware, Pennsylvania, or New York. Note on STEM-OPT Employment Please note that STEM OPT employment is not permitted at Rowan University. To be eligible for a STEM OPT extension, the student's employer must be registered in E-Verify and must use the system to verify all new employees. While Rowan University is registered in the E-Verify system, the University does not use the system to verify all new employees, only those that are working on a Federal Contract. This means that Rowan does not permit individuals to work at the University using a STEM OPT Employment Authorization Document as proof of US Work Authorization. Non-Discrimation at Rowan University Rowan University is committed to creating a welcoming environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ethnicity, race, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, (dis)ability status, military status, and other NJ protected classes. Rowan University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities, including employment as required by Title IX. Rowan is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with (dis)abilities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact Christy Mroz, Administrative Assistant, View email address on click.appcast.io, View phone number on click.appcast.io. Rowan strongly encourages applicants from underrepresented groups to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr Rowan-University