Assistant Professor of Organic or Inorganic ChemistryJob no: 563314
Work type: Instructional Faculty - Tenured/Tenure-Track
Location: San Diego
Categories: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Tenured/Tenure-Track, Full Time, Faculty - Natural Sciences
DescriptionThe San Diego State University Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry seeks to hire a tenure-track assistant professor with expertise in Organic or Inorganic Chemistry, broadly defined. We seek creative teacher-scholars who will teach inspiring courses and develop outstanding research programs grounded in organic and/or inorganic chemistry. We welcome strong candidates from all research areas within these fields.
Apply via PageUp by January 3, 2027.
The successful candidate will join the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry and be based in a new, state-of-the-art research and teaching facility at SDSU Imperial Valley in Brawley, California. The Imperial Valley Campus is a branch of San Diego State University (SDSU) located 120 miles east of San Diego and enrolls approximately 1,400 undergraduate and graduate students. This new STEM hub is developed through a major State of California investment supporting a world-class lithium production ecosystem in the emerging Lithium Valley. The facility's location offers distinctive opportunities for interdisciplinary and cross-national research involving lithium extraction and critical minerals, geothermal energy, renewable energy and fuels, agriculture and agricultural waste conversion, and water treatment and resources recovery, supported by strong connections with universities in Baja California, deep community ties, and partnerships with regional organizations and emerging industries.
SDSU is an R1 public research university, a designated Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI), and home to a diverse student body. The university offers robust institutional support and access to core facilities across both the Imperial Valley and San Diego Campuses. The successful candidate will leverage these resources and help build the newly established chemistry degree program at the Imperial Valley campus by developing an independent, extramurally funded research program; mentoring undergraduate and graduate students; teaching courses at all levels, including upper-division organic or inorganic chemistry; and preparing students for regional and broader workforce needs. To learn more, please visit https://chemistry.sdsu.edu/ and https://imperialvalley.sdsu.edu/.
QualificationsRequired qualifications by date of application
- A record of original research / scholarly / creative accomplishments and demonstrated capacity to a) develop a vigorous and independent program of research / scholarship / creative activity, b) teach graduate and undergraduate courses; and c) engage in both campus and professional service activities.
- Demonstration of past accomplishments and/or future plans in at least two (2) or more of the "Building on Inclusive Excellence" criteria.
Required qualifications by date of hire
- Terminal degree in Chemistry or a closely related field, with all degree requirements met.
Preferred qualifications
- Postdoctoral, industrial, national-laboratory, or other equivalent research experience
- Demonstrated expertise in organic and/or inorganic chemistry and associated experimental, computational, or analytical methods
- Potential to establish and sustain active programs of undergraduate and graduate teaching, research and mentoring
- Potential to develop a research program aligned with opportunities in Imperial Valley, including renewable energy and fuels, critical minerals, waste recovery and treatment, environmental chemistry, and advanced materials
- Potential for developing interdisciplinary research and collaborative activities with academic, industry, government, or community partners.
Application InstructionsApply via PageUp by January 3, 2027, providing the following materials:
- Cover letter, including information indicating how the applicant meets or will meet required qualifications, preferred qualifications, and "Building on Inclusive Excellence" criteria (maximum 1 page)
- Curriculum vita including names and contract information for three references
- Research Statement (maximum 3 pages including figures; references not included in page limit)
- Teaching philosophy statement (maximum 1 page)
- Copies of up too for 3 relevant publications
The minimum salary for this position is based on the current CSU salary schedule and may be revised based on contract collective bargaining. The anticipated salary is $96-$99,000. Salary placement will be based on the selected candidate's qualifications and experience, and salaries higher than the published maximums may be offered in limited circumstances. San Diego State University offers a rich benefits package that constitutes a major portion of total compensation. For benefits information, click here.
