Assistant Professor, Organic Chemistry
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Murray State University is hiring an Assistant Professor, Organic Chemistry. Murray State University's Department of Chemistry invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Organic Chemistry. The successful candidate will be a teacher-scholar, teaching foundational and advanced organic chemistry courses to undergraduate and graduate students. They will also establish a research program, secure external funding, and supervise student researchers. Expertise in materials science and/or polymer chemistry is encouraged.
Key focus areas include Teach a 3/2 course load including foundational organic chemistry courses, Teach laboratory courses, and Teach advanced courses in sub-discipline to undergraduate and graduate students.
Successful candidates bring Ph.D. In Chemistry. Important skills include Teaching, Organic Chemistry, Research Program Development, External Funding Acquisition, Student Supervision, and Service Activities. Preferred (not required): Materials Science and Polymer Chemistry.
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Summary of Job Duties and Responsibilities:
The Department of Chemistry invites applications from individuals committed to being excellent teacher-scholars at a primarily undergraduate institution. The successful candidate will be expected to teach a 3/2 course load including foundational organic chemistry courses, teaching laboratory courses, and advanced courses in their sub-discipline to both undergraduate and graduate (Masters) students. Candidates with expertise in materials science and/or polymer chemistry are especially encouraged to apply. The faculty candidate will be expected to establish a viable research program, supported by external funding, and supervise/train student researchers at both the undergraduate and graduate (Masters) levels. The faculty candidate will also be expected to participate in service activities at the department, collegiate, and university level as needed. The candidate hired for this position will be assigned laboratory and office space appropriate to their teaching and research needs.
Minimum Education Requirements:
Ph.D. in Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or related field. ABDs with a documented plan of completion by appointment date will be considered.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Along with the application, the following items must be included:
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Letter of application
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Curriculum Vita
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Copies of undergraduate and graduate academic transcripts
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Statement of Teaching Philosophy (maximum 2 pages)
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Proposed Research plan including equipment needs and an approximate budget (maximum 5 pages) (Please submit under “Statement of Research Interest”)
Work Location: Murray, KY
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