Assistant Professor

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Work type: Full-Time
Location: University City - Philadelphia, PA
Categories: College of Arts & Sciences

Job Summary 

The Department of Chemistry at Drexel University is seeking an outstanding early-career candidate for a tenure-track position at the assistant professor level. Candidates must hold a Ph.D. degree in chemistry or an allied field, develop a strong commitment to teaching in inorganic chemistry and be able to establish a vigorous, externally funded research program. Candidates should have experimental research interests that could include, but would not be limited to, energy, photovoltaics, sustainable inorganic reactions, catalysis, bioinorganic chemistry, metalloenzymes, metals in biology, and/or organometallic chemistry. Candidates should upload a cover letter, CV, a summary of proposed research projects (5-10 pages), and a statement of teaching philosophy (1-2 pages) to https://www.drexeljobs.com . Candidates should also arrange for at least three letters of reference to be sent to Prof. Frank Ji ([email protected] ), Search Committee Chair. The review process will start on December 4, 2023 and continue until the position is filled. The successful candidate must be qualified to work in the United States.   

The Department of Chemistry with the College of Arts and Sciences (CoAS) is home to a group of subdisciplines that includes analytical, organic, inorganic, computational, biophysical, chemistry education, and materials chemistry. Many of its research groups are involved in very successful interdisciplinary collaborations with groups in other departments of the university, with strong ties to chemical and pharmaceutical industries. The department highly values and supports undergraduate research that provides our students with hands-on experiences in research laboratories. Drexel University and the Department of Chemistry are committed to ensuring a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere where diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values shared by all our community members. We seek candidates who will actively join us in enacting these values within our department and across the university. More information about current university initiatives can be found here: https://drexel.edu/oed/diversity/overview/  

The College of Arts and Sciences (CoAS) delivers a time-honored liberal arts education paired with Drexel’s renowned focus on applied learning. Our research and scholarship explore contemporary issues with an eye toward improving the common good. With a breadth of disciplines in the natural sciences, social sciences and humanities, and a focus on the now, the College is the perfect home for curious scholars who seek to apply their learning in the service of humanity. 

Evaluation of applications will begin immediately and will continue until a suitable candidate pool is identified. Applications received by December 4, 2023 will be given priority consideration. 

Please address all queries regarding the position to the Search Committee Chair, Prof. Frank Ji (email [email protected] ). Only applications submitted via Drexel Careers will be considered. 

Essential Functions 

• Building a successful and well-funded research program that involves graduate and undergraduate student education. 
• Teaching inorganic chemistry courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels. 
• Serving on committees at the department, college and university level. 
• Other related duties as assigned. 

Required Qualifications 

• Minimum of a PhD or Doctorate in Chemistry or related discipline 

Preferred Qualifications 

• Demonstrated ability to conduct productive research in her/his/their field. 
• Commitment to teaching and service. 

Physical Demands 

• Typically sitting at a desk/table. 
• Typically standing, walking. 

Location 

• University City – Philadelphia, PA  

Additional Information 

This is a full-time Faculty position classified as Exempt. The offered salary is based on the successful candidate’s qualifications and experience, department budget, and an internal equity review.   

For information about benefits, please review Drexel’s Full-Time Faculty Benefit Fact Sheet or Part-Time Faculty Benefit Fact Sheet .     

Special Instructions to the Applicant 

Please make sure you upload your CV/resume and cover letter when submitting your application. 

Additional Required Documents 

The following documents in a PDF format should be included in the submitted application: 

• Cover letter 
• Resume/CV with complete professional and academic history 
• A summary of proposed research projects 
• Statement of Teaching Philosophy 
• The names and e-mail addresses of at least three references 

Review of applicants will begin once a suitable candidate pool is identified. 

Advertised: Nov 21 2023 Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: Feb 21 2024 Eastern Standard Time

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