Assistant Professor in Analytical Chemistry, Forensic focus preferred

University of North Texas, Denton, TX, US

Responsibilities

The UNT Chemistry Department invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor in the area of analytical chemistry, to begin September 1, 2025. Applicants should have a record of research accomplishment and compelling ideas for building an independent research program in analytical chemistry, with a strong preference for research with applications in forensic science. Candidates whose research complements or builds upon existing strengths in the department are especially encouraged to apply. The selected individual will interact with faculty, staff and students within the Department of Chemistry and in other disciplines, contributing to a strong tradition of interdisciplinary and collaborative research at UNT. Development of a nationally and internationally visible, externally-funded research program is expected. The new faculty member will also have opportunities to teach courses and direct student projects within UNT’s FEPAC-accredited Forensic Science program, which serves undergraduate Chemistry, Biology, and Biochemistry majors. The new faculty member will have access to substantial research support infrastructure in the Chemistry Department, including staffed NMR, X-ray diffraction, and high-performance computing facilities; a stockroom; and a shared instrumentation laboratory that houses a suite of equipment for chromatographic, spectroscopic, mass spectrometric, gravimetric, and microscopic analysis of samples. Contributions to undergraduate and graduate teaching (typically, one course per long semester) and departmental and university service are expected.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: 

  • A Ph.D. in Chemistry or a closely related field 
  • A record of peer-reviewed publications in analytical chemistry 

Preferred Qualifications: 

  • Postdoctoral research experience 
  • A record of peer-reviewed publications in the field of forensic chemistry and/or in forensic science journals

Compensation

UNT Benefits - https://hr.untsystem.edu/benefits/index.php 

How to apply

Applicants should submit materials by visiting https://careers.untsystem.edu and searching on Posting Number 509907 or by visiting the following URL: https://careers.untsystem.edu/jobs/asst-professor-analytical-chemistry-forensic-focus-denton-texas-united-states.  

As your Statement of Research Interests, please attach a research proposal (suggested length: 3 pages) Statement of Teaching Philosophy (maximum of 2 pages) Names and contact information for three professional references – UNT will notify you before contacting them Review of applications will begin November 15, 2024 and will continue until the position is filled.

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