Associate Professor, Chemistry

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Job Description:

The Department of Chemistry at the University at Albany, State University of New York (SUNY), seeks to fill a tenure-track faculty position at the Associate Professor rank in Analytical Chemistry. One of the preferred research focuses of the position is Forensic Chemistry. The new hire is expected to enhance the existing strengths of the Chemistry Department (https://www.albany.edu/chemistry ) and establish collaborations in Chemistry, the College of Arts and Sciences, and the College of Engineering & Applied Sciences.

Applicants must address their ability to work with and instruct a culturally diverse population. Review of complete applications will commence on May 31, 2023, and continue until the position is filled. The position will offer a competitive salary, start-up package, and research space with access to state-of-the-art facilities housed in the Chemistry, ETEC, Albany Artificial Intelligence Supercomputing Initiative, and the Life Sciences Research buildings.

Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications:  

• A Ph.D. in Chemistry from a college or university accredited by a U.S. Department of Education or internationally recognized accrediting organization
• Applicants must address in their application their ability to work with a culturally diverse population.
• Experience teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses in Chemistry                      
• Applicants must have a record of research in the field            
• Applicants must have a record of seeking external funding for their research.

Additional Information:

Professional Rank and Salary Range: Associate Professor, 10 months

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Please apply online via http://albany.interviewexchange.com/candapply.jsp?JOBID=161797

Application Instructions:

Applicants MUST submit the following documents:

• Curriculum Vitae (CV) with publications cited in detail
• Cover letter
• Statement of research interests (maximum 6 pages;  must address applicant's ability to secure extramural research funding in the United States and to lead an independent Analytical Chemistry research program
• Statement of teaching interests (max 2 pages; must address teaching experience, courses taught, modalities used in instructing, and teaching philosophy)
• Graduate transcript
• Available evidence of teaching effectiveness (e.g., syllabi, student evaluations, and/or teaching statement)
• Contact information for three references

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A review of applications will start on June 1, 2023, and will continue until the position is filled.