Assistant Professor of Chemistry (Organic)

Assistant Professor of Chemistry (Organic)

The Department of Chemistry, Biochemistry, and Physics in the College of Natural and Health Sciences at The University of Tampa (UT) invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in Organic Chemistry at the Assistant Professor level, starting in August, 2021.

The University of Tampa is a medium-sized, comprehensive, residentially-based private institution of 9,600 undergraduate and graduate students. The University is ideally situated on a beautiful 110-acre campus next to the Hillsborough River, adjacent to Tampa's dynamic central business district, which is a growing, vibrant, diverse metropolitan area. UT reflects this vibrancy; with 23 consecutive years of enrollment growth UT boasts 260 student organizations, a multicultural student body from 50 states and 130 countries, and "Top Tier" ranking in U.S. News & World Report.

Responsibilities will include teaching chemistry courses as assigned by the department and conducting research in the successful candidate’s area of expertise.

Faculty at UT are expected to excel in teaching undergraduate students and to develop an active research program involving undergraduates within a culturally diverse student population. A typical teaching load is 12 contact hours (three to four sections of lecture and/or lab) during a 14-week semester. Additionally, faculty are expected to develop an active record of scholarly activity, which includes mentoring undergraduate students and conducting publishable research.  Dedicated research space and start-up funding will be provided. Internal grants are available through a competitive process to support faculty at all stages of their careers and to fund student research mentored by faculty members.  Efforts to acquire research funding from external sources will be supported by the University.  Candidates are also expected to conduct service within the environment of a predominantly undergraduate institution. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience.

A Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry or a related discipline as of August, 2021 is required. Postdoctoral experience and teaching experience are desirable. The Department welcomes applicants of all professional backgrounds related to the field of Organic Chemistry.

Review of applications will begin on January 5, 2021 and continue until the position is filled. Following an initial screening, applicants may be required to submit a brief video of their teaching.

For further information, and to apply, please visit our website at www.ut.edu/jobs
Applicants should be prepared to attach a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, statement of research interest, copy of terminal transcript and name/contact information of references.

The University of Tampa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer dedicated to excellence through diversity and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, sex, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, gender identity, veteran status or any other non-job related criteria. The University encourages applications from underrepresented group members. The University of Tampa is an EO/AAE.